Value Collection C674230 Square Snap Locking Pin 5/16 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION C674230 is a square snap locking pin designed for quick-connect and quick-release fastening applications in mechanical assemblies, equipment maintenance, and general industrial use. The pin measures 5/16 inch in diameter with an overall length of 1-3/4 inches and a usable length of 2-1/2 inches. Constructed from C1008 steel with a zinc-plated finish, it offers corrosion resistance suitable for light-duty and moderate-environment use. The double-wire spring retainer with a loop locking style and square retainer shape provides positive engagement without tools, making it a reliable choice for technicians and assemblers who need fast, repeatable pin removal and reinstallation.

This locking pin is suited for residential, commercial, and light industrial applications where clevis pins, hitch pins, or fixture-retention pins are required. Common install scenarios include linkage connections, gate latches, jigs and fixtures, agricultural equipment, and HVAC or mechanical system maintenance panels. The spring-wire retainer holds the pin securely under vibration while still allowing quick manual release without additional hardware or tools.

Key Features

• Square retainer shape with double-wire spring construction for positive, tool-free locking
• Loop locking style allows fast manual engagement and release
• C1008 steel pin with zinc-plated finish for corrosion resistance in light-duty environments
• 5/16 inch pin diameter suits standard clevis and hitch-pin hole patterns
• Compact overall length of 1-3/4 inches with 2-1/2 inches of usable length

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose square snap locking pin for mechanical assemblies and equipment requiring a 5/16 inch diameter quick-release retention pin with a double-wire spring retainer.

Installation Notes

Installation requires no special tools — insert the pin through the aligned holes until the spring retainer snaps into position. Before servicing any assembly, relieve all load and pressure from the pinned connection and follow applicable equipment lockout/tagout procedures. Inspect the retainer for deformation or fatigue before each reinstallation, and replace the pin if the spring wire shows signs of permanent set or corrosion.