Value Collection 40931 Extended Prong Cotter Pin Steel

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 40931 is a zinc-plated steel extended prong cotter pin sized at 5/32 inch in diameter and 1-1/2 inches in length. Cotter pins of this type are used to secure clevis pins, shaft ends, and fastener assemblies by inserting through a drilled hole and bending the prongs outward to lock the assembly in place. The extended prong design provides additional material for bending, making it easier to secure in applications where standard prong length is marginal. The zinc plating provides basic corrosion resistance for general shop and mechanical use. This pin is a standard hardware item installed by mechanics, millwrights, and maintenance technicians across a wide range of industries.

Extended prong cotter pins in this size range are commonly used in light mechanical assemblies, linkage systems, agricultural equipment, and general industrial maintenance. They are appropriate for both indoor and outdoor applications where a low-cost, reliable locking fastener is needed to prevent axial movement of a pin or shaft. This part is sold individually but requires a minimum order quantity of 100 units, making it suited for stocking in maintenance cribs, shop bins, or fastener inventories.

Key Features

• Extended prong design allows full bend-over engagement in tight or marginal clearance assemblies
• Zinc-plated steel construction provides basic corrosion resistance for general-purpose use
• 5/32 inch diameter fits standard drilled clevis and shaft-end holes in that size class
• 1-1/2 inch length accommodates moderate material thickness with prong material remaining for proper bend
• Lightweight at 0.01 pounds per pin — suitable for high-volume bin stocking

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose extended prong cotter pin for use in any mechanical assembly requiring a 5/32 inch diameter cotter pin in a standard drilled hole configuration.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by mechanics or maintenance technicians using standard hand tools. Insert the pin through the drilled hole in the shaft or clevis pin, then bend the prongs apart using needle-nose pliers to lock the assembly. Ensure the hole diameter matches the pin diameter before insertion to avoid deformation. Cotter pins are single-use fasteners and should not be straightened and reused after removal.