Value Collection 40927 Extended Prong Cotter Pin Zinc Steel

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 40927 is a zinc-plated steel extended prong cotter pin designed for use in mechanical fastening applications where a reliable, removable locking method is required. Measuring 0.125 inches in diameter and 3 inches in usable length, this pin fits through a drilled hole in a shaft or clevis pin and is secured by bending the prongs outward to prevent backing out. The zinc plating provides basic corrosion resistance for general-purpose indoor and outdoor service environments. Mechanics, millwrights, and maintenance technicians regularly stock this style of cotter pin for equipment assembly and field repair work.

Extended prong cotter pins in this size range are commonly used in agricultural equipment, automotive linkages, industrial machinery, and general MRO applications. The extended prong design provides additional material for bending, making it suitable for applications where a more positive lock is preferred over a standard prong style. This pin is intended for use in clevis assemblies, hitch pins, axle retainment, and similar mechanical joints that require a low-cost, reusable or single-use locking fastener.

Key Features

• Extended prong design allows additional bending material for a more secure lock
• Zinc-plated steel construction offers basic corrosion resistance for general service
• 0.125 inch diameter fits standard drilled clevis pins and shaft holes of that size
• 3 inch usable length accommodates thicker assemblies and wider pin-to-prong spans
• Lightweight at 0.01 pounds per unit for easy bulk handling and storage

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or stock cotter pin for mechanical assemblies requiring a 0.125 inch diameter extended prong style fastener in standard industrial, agricultural, and MRO applications.

Installation Notes

Cotter pins are installed by mechanics and maintenance technicians using needle-nose pliers or cotter pin pullers. Always ensure the receiving hole in the shaft or clevis pin is clean and properly sized before insertion. Bend the prongs fully against the shaft after insertion to prevent the pin from backing out during service. Cotter pins are typically considered single-use fasteners and should be replaced rather than straightened and reused.