Value Collection 79529970 Extended Prong Cotter Pin

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 79529970 is an extended prong cotter pin used to secure clevis pins, shaft assemblies, and fastener connections in mechanical, plumbing, and general industrial applications. Manufactured from Grade 2 steel with a zinc-plated finish for basic corrosion resistance, this pin measures 0.0625 inches in diameter and 1 inch in usable length. The extended prong design allows the legs to be bent back over a fastener or through a hole and spread securely, locking the assembly in place. Electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and general maintenance trades use cotter pins as low-cost, reliable locking hardware throughout a wide range of service work.

This cotter pin suits light-duty mechanical fastening tasks where a removable or semi-permanent locking solution is needed. Common applications include securing castle nuts on threaded rods, retaining clevis pins in linkage assemblies, and locking pins in valve actuators or pump housings. The zinc plating provides protection in dry to mildly humid indoor environments. This size is well suited to small-diameter shaft work where precise, compact pinning hardware is required.

Key Features

• Extended prong design allows legs to be spread and bent back for a secure, locked fit
• Grade 2 steel construction provides adequate tensile strength for light-duty fastening
• Zinc-plated finish offers basic corrosion resistance in indoor or dry environments
• 0.0625-inch diameter fits small-bore holes and fine-pitch shaft assemblies
• 1-inch usable length accommodates standard clevis and castle nut applications

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose extended prong cotter pin suitable for light-duty mechanical fastening applications across HVAC, plumbing, and industrial maintenance work where a 0.0625-inch diameter pin is specified.

Installation Notes

Cotter pins are typically installed by hand or with needle-nose pliers. Insert the pin fully through the hole or slot, then spread the prongs apart and bend them flat against the fastener surface to lock the assembly. Always de-energize or depressurize the system and secure moving components before servicing any fastener assembly. Cotter pins are generally considered single-use hardware and should be replaced rather than reused after removal.