Value Collection 80122401 Internal Snap Retaining Ring 50pk

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 80122401 is an internal snap retaining ring designed to secure components within a bored housing or assembly. Made from spring steel with a phosphate finish, this ring seats into a machined groove to provide positive axial retention without fasteners. It is rated for a 0.375-inch bore diameter with a free outer diameter of 0.415 inches, a ring thickness of 0.025 inches, and a groove width of 0.029 inches with a groove depth of 0.011 inches. Mechanical assemblers, maintenance technicians, and trade professionals use these rings in shafts, housings, and mechanical sub-assemblies across HVAC, plumbing, and industrial equipment applications.

This internal snap ring is suited for use in bored housings requiring positive component retention in light-duty to medium-duty mechanical assemblies. The 0.375-inch nominal size fits standard machined grooves in residential and commercial equipment, pump housings, fan assemblies, and similar applications. This listing is sold as a pack of 50 rings, making it practical for service shops and contractors stocking common fastener sizes. No specific OEM compatibility data was provided for this SKU.

Key Features

• Internal snap ring design seats inside a bored housing groove for axial component retention
• Spring steel construction provides reliable spring-back and retention force
• Phosphate finish offers corrosion resistance and surface lubricity
• 0.375-inch bore diameter with a free OD of 0.415 inches for precise groove fitment
• Tight groove width tolerance of 0.000 to 0.003 inches and groove diameter tolerance of -0.002 to 0.002 inches
• Sold in a pack of 50 for shop stocking and multi-unit service work

Compatibility

Designed as a standard internal snap retaining ring for machined housings with a 0.375-inch bore diameter groove, suitable for general mechanical assembly and replacement applications across HVAC, pump, and industrial equipment.

Installation Notes

Internal snap rings require snap ring pliers with inward-compression tips sized for the ring diameter. Always relieve system pressure and de-energize equipment before disassembling any housing or bearing assembly. Verify groove dimensions match the ring specifications before installation to ensure proper seating and retention. Wear eye protection during installation, as snap rings can release under compression.