Value Collection 79529657 External Snap Retaining Ring

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 79529657 is an external snap retaining ring designed to secure components on shafts in mechanical assemblies. Manufactured from spring steel with a phosphate finish for corrosion resistance, this ring fits a 1-7/8 inch nominal shaft diameter with a groove diameter of 1.769 inches. The ring thickness measures 0.062 inches and the groove width is 0.068 inches, making it a precise fit for standard external groove applications. It is installed and removed by licensed mechanics, millwrights, and maintenance technicians working on rotating equipment, drives, and shaft assemblies.

This retaining ring is suited for use in industrial, commercial, and light mechanical applications where a reliable external shaft retention method is required. Typical install scenarios include electric motors, gearboxes, pumps, and conveyor drives where axial component retention on a 1-7/8 inch shaft is needed. The phosphate finish provides a base layer of corrosion protection appropriate for indoor and moderately controlled environments.

Key Features

• External snap ring design for axial retention on 1-7/8 inch nominal shafts
• Spring steel construction provides consistent snap force and long service life
• Phosphate finish offers moderate corrosion resistance
• Groove width of 0.068 inches with a tolerance range of 0.000 to 0.004 inches for precise fitment
• Ring thickness of 0.062 inches with a tolerance of -0.003 to 0.003 inches
• Packaged in quantities of 5 per pack

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style external snap retaining ring for 1-7/8 inch shaft diameter applications following standard inch-measurement groove specifications.

Installation Notes

Installation and removal of snap retaining rings requires external snap ring pliers sized for the ring diameter. Always power down and de-energize equipment, and relieve any stored mechanical or hydraulic energy before servicing shaft assemblies. Inspect the shaft groove for wear or burrs before seating the ring to ensure full engagement. Eye protection is required during installation to guard against ring ejection.