Value Collection MP40947 Extended Prong Cotter Pin

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION MP40947 is an extended prong cotter pin used to secure clevis pins, shaft assemblies, and fastened connections in mechanical and industrial applications. Manufactured from Grade 2 steel with a zinc-plated finish, it measures 0.25 inches in diameter and 1.5 inches in length. The extended prong design allows the legs to be bent back quickly and reliably after installation, locking the pin in place without additional hardware. Maintenance technicians, millwrights, and general tradespeople use this type of pin across a wide range of equipment and structural assemblies.

This cotter pin is suited for light-duty to medium-duty mechanical connections where a removable, positive-retention fastener is required. Common install scenarios include HVAC equipment linkages, pump and motor shaft assemblies, valve clevis connections, and general fabrication work. The zinc-plated finish provides basic corrosion resistance for dry or mildly humid environments. It is sold individually but carries a minimum order quantity of 10 units per transaction.

Key Features

• Extended prong style allows legs to bend outward for secure, reliable retention
• Grade 2 steel construction provides adequate shear strength for light to medium mechanical loads
• Zinc-plated finish resists surface corrosion in dry and mildly humid service environments
• 0.25 inches diameter and 1.5 inches length fit standard clevis pin and shaft applications
• Minimum order quantity of 10 units supports stocking for service vehicles and shop inventory

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or stocking cotter pin for mechanical assemblies requiring a 0.25-inch-diameter extended prong fastener.

Installation Notes

Installation requires no special tools beyond standard needle-nose pliers to spread the prong legs after insertion. Ensure the mating hole diameter matches the pin before driving into place. Always replace cotter pins rather than reusing removed units, as repeated bending fatigues the metal. Follow applicable equipment manufacturer guidelines for pin retention on load-bearing or safety-critical connections.