Value Collection 75942102 External Snap Retaining Ring

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 75942102 is an external snap retaining ring designed to secure components onto a shaft by seating into a precision-machined groove. Made from spring steel with a phosphate finish, this ring provides reliable axial retention in mechanical assemblies. It fits a 1-1/8 inch shaft diameter with a groove diameter of 1.059 inches and a ring thickness of 0.05 inches. The phosphate finish offers basic corrosion resistance and improved lubrication retention. This part is installed by maintenance technicians and mechanical assemblers working on rotating equipment, motors, gearboxes, and general industrial machinery where shaft component retention is required.

This external snap ring is suited for use in light to medium-duty mechanical assemblies requiring positive axial retention on shafts. Typical applications include motor shaft assemblies, conveyor components, pump drives, and general industrial equipment. The inch-measurement sizing makes it compatible with standard U.S. manufactured machinery and tooling. With a free diameter of 1.041 inches and a groove width of 0.056 inches, it is dimensioned for precise fitment in properly machined grooves conforming to standard external ring specifications.

Key Features

• External snap ring design for axial shaft retention in grooved shafts
• Shaft diameter: 1-1/8 inches; groove diameter: 1.059 inches
• Spring steel construction for consistent snap force and durability
• Phosphate finish for basic corrosion resistance and improved lubricity
• Ring thickness of 0.05 inches with a tolerance of -0.002 to 0.002 inches
• Groove width of 0.056 inches with a tolerance of 0.000 to 0.004 inches

Compatibility

Designed as a standard external snap retaining ring for 1-1/8 inch shafts machined to accept external groove rings per inch-system dimensional standards. Verify groove diameter, groove width, and ring thickness against shaft specifications before installation.

Installation Notes

External snap rings require snap ring pliers with the correct tip style and size for external-type rings — do not substitute internal ring pliers or improvised tools, as ring distortion or sudden release can cause injury. Ensure the shaft groove dimensions match the ring specifications before installation. Inspect the groove for burrs or damage that could affect seating. Always wear eye protection when installing or removing snap rings, as the rings can release under tension.