Value Collection 75941971 External Snap Retaining Ring

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 75941971 is an external snap retaining ring designed to secure components on a shaft by seating into a machined groove on the shaft's outer diameter. Manufactured from spring steel with a phosphate finish for corrosion resistance, this ring is engineered for precise dimensional control. It features a shaft diameter of 1/8 inch, a groove diameter of 0.117 inches, a free diameter of 0.112 inches, a groove width of 0.012 inches, and a ring thickness of 0.010 inches. These tight tolerances make it suitable for applications where axial retention is critical and space is limited.

This retaining ring is used in light mechanical assemblies, precision instruments, small motors, and other industrial or commercial applications requiring compact external shaft retention. The 1/8-inch nominal size fits small-diameter shaft applications commonly encountered in maintenance, repair, and original equipment assembly work. It is installed by machinists, maintenance technicians, and assembly professionals across a range of industries. Packages contain 50 rings per quantity.

Key Features

• External snap ring design seats into shaft groove for reliable axial retention
• Spring steel construction provides consistent snap force and durability
• Phosphate finish offers baseline corrosion resistance
• Shaft diameter: 1/8 inch with groove diameter of 0.117 inches
• Groove width tolerance of 0.000 to 0.002 inches for precise fitment
• Ring thickness tolerance of -0.001 to 0.001 inches

Compatibility

Designed as a standard external snap retaining ring for 1/8-inch nominal shaft diameter applications requiring groove-seated axial retention in mechanical assemblies.

Installation Notes

External snap retaining rings are installed and removed using snap ring pliers designed for external ring applications. Always relieve shaft load and de-energize any associated mechanical or electrical system before servicing. Wear eye protection during installation and removal, as snap rings can release under tension. Verify groove dimensions match ring specifications before installation to ensure proper seating and retention.