Value Collection 75942078 External Snap Retaining Ring 1 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 75942078 is an external snap retaining ring designed to secure components onto shafts in mechanical assemblies. Made from spring steel with a phosphate finish, this ring seats in a precision-cut groove on a 1-inch diameter shaft, holding bearings, gears, or other components axially in place. The groove diameter measures 0.94 inches and the ring carries a free diameter of 0.925 inches, with a ring thickness of 0.042 inches. Machinists, maintenance technicians, and assembly professionals install these rings in a wide range of light to medium-duty mechanical applications where a reliable, low-profile retention method is required.

This retaining ring is suited for use in rotating shaft assemblies found in industrial equipment, power transmission systems, pump housings, and general mechanical assemblies. It fits a 1-inch nominal shaft and is appropriate wherever an external snap ring of this size is called for in both OEM manufacturing and field repair contexts. Each package contains 15 rings, making it practical for service shops and production environments that need to maintain a working supply on hand.

Key Features

• Spring steel construction provides reliable snap retention and resistance to deformation under load
• Phosphate finish offers corrosion resistance and reduces surface friction during installation
• 1-inch shaft diameter with a precision 0.94-inch groove diameter for accurate fitment
• Groove width of 0.046 inches with a tolerance of 0.000 to 0.003 inches for consistent seating
• Ring thickness of 0.042 inches with a tolerance of -0.002 to 0.002 inches
• Packaged in quantities of 15 for efficient stocking and field use

Compatibility

Designed as an external snap retaining ring for 1-inch nominal shafts requiring a groove diameter of 0.94 inches. Suitable for standard external snap ring grooves machined to the dimensions listed in the technical specifications.

Installation Notes

External snap retaining rings are installed and removed by machinists or mechanical maintenance technicians using external snap ring pliers. Always de-energize and lock out any equipment before servicing shaft assemblies. Verify that the shaft groove dimensions match the ring specifications before installation to prevent ring displacement under load. Do not over-expand the ring during installation, as excessive expansion can compromise the spring tension and retention capacity.