Value Collection P20147 Hair Pin Clip 7/16 in Groove

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION P20147 is a stainless steel hair pin clip designed to secure shafts and pins in mechanical assemblies. The clip seats into a groove on the shaft and provides a fast, tool-free method of retaining components without threads or snap rings. Made from Grade 18-8 stainless steel, it resists corrosion in wet, outdoor, and chemically exposed environments. The 0.064-inch clip diameter and 7/16-inch groove size make this a precision-fit fastener suited to maintenance, repair, and fabrication work across a range of mechanical and industrial applications. Licensed technicians and maintenance professionals commonly install these in equipment service scenarios.

This hair pin clip is appropriate for use in residential and commercial mechanical systems where shaft retention is required. It fits shafts with a 1/2-inch diameter and is 1-1/8 inches long overall. The 18-8 stainless steel construction makes it well suited for plumbing, HVAC equipment, pool equipment, and general mechanical assemblies where moisture or corrosion exposure is a concern. It is a common replacement or repair fastener stocked by trade professionals for field service kits.

Key Features

• Grade 18-8 stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance in wet and outdoor environments
• 7/16-inch groove size for precise shaft seating
• Fits 1/2-inch diameter shafts
• 0.064-inch clip diameter for consistent retention force
• 1-1/8-inch overall length — no tools required for installation or removal
• Sold individually; minimum order quantity is 100 units

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or service fastener for mechanical assemblies requiring a hair pin clip on a 1/2-inch diameter shaft with a 7/16-inch groove.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by maintenance technicians or trade professionals as part of a larger equipment service procedure. Before installing or removing the clip, shut down and de-energize any associated equipment per standard lockout/tagout procedures. The clip is inserted by hand or with needle-nose pliers through the shaft groove until fully seated. Inspect the groove for burrs or debris before installation to ensure proper retention.