Value Collection P20096 Extended Prong Cotter Pin

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION P20096 is an extended prong cotter pin designed to secure fasteners, clevis pins, and shafts in mechanical assemblies where positive locking is required. Manufactured from 18-8 stainless steel with an uncoated finish, this pin offers solid corrosion resistance across a wide range of environments including wet, outdoor, and mildly corrosive applications. It measures 1/16 inch in diameter with a usable length of 2 inches. The extended prong design allows both legs to be bent back after installation, locking the pin firmly in place. Maintenance technicians, millwrights, and general trade professionals install these pins in equipment, linkages, and assemblies where vibration or movement could cause fasteners to back out.

This cotter pin is suited for light to medium mechanical applications including HVAC equipment linkages, plumbing valve handles, pump assemblies, and general industrial or agricultural hardware. The 18-8 stainless steel construction makes it appropriate for installations exposed to moisture or humidity where carbon steel pins would corrode prematurely. The uncoated finish ensures dimensional consistency and avoids coating buildup that could affect fit in tight-tolerance holes.

Key Features

• Extended prong design allows both legs to bend back securely after installation
• 18-8 stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance in wet and outdoor environments
• Uncoated finish maintains consistent dimensions for tight-tolerance applications
• 1/16 inch diameter fits standard small-pin clevis and shaft holes
• 2-inch usable length accommodates a range of shaft thicknesses with room for prong bending

Compatibility

Designed as a standard extended prong cotter pin for use in mechanical assemblies, linkages, and fastener applications requiring a 1/16 inch diameter pin with a 2-inch usable length.

Installation Notes

Cotter pins are installed by a wide range of trades including HVAC technicians, plumbers, and millwrights. Before installing, ensure the receiving hole is clear and properly sized for a 1/16 inch pin. Insert the pin fully through the hole, then bend the prongs apart or back along the shaft using needle-nose pliers to lock it in place. Cotter pins are single-use fasteners and should not be straightened and reused after removal.