Value Collection R57700501 Slotted Spring Pin 18-8 Ss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION R57700501 is a slotted spring pin manufactured from 18-8 stainless steel. Slotted spring pins, also called rolled pins or tension pins, are cylindrical fasteners with a longitudinal slot that allows the pin to compress during installation and exert radial pressure against the bore wall, creating a secure, vibration-resistant fit without secondary locking hardware. This pin measures 1-1/2 inches in length and 5/32 inch in diameter. It is installed by machinists, millwrights, and maintenance technicians wherever a removable or semi-permanent pin connection is required in corrosion-prone or sanitary environments.

This slotted spring pin suits light- to medium-duty assembly and maintenance applications across industrial, marine, food processing, and general manufacturing environments. The 18-8 stainless steel construction resists rust and mild chemical exposure, making it a common choice when carbon steel pins are unsuitable due to moisture or washdown conditions. Typical uses include securing levers, collars, gears, and linkages to shafts in mechanical assemblies where the pin must bear shear loads and occasional disassembly is expected.

Key Features

• Slotted design allows radial compression during installation, providing a self-retaining interference fit in drilled holes
• 18-8 stainless steel construction offers corrosion resistance in wet, marine, and food-service environments
• 1-1/2 inch length accommodates a range of shaft diameters and hub widths in standard assemblies
• 5/32 inch diameter fits standard drilled hole tolerances for rolled pin applications
• Inch measurement system for compatibility with standard imperial tooling and print callouts

Compatibility

Designed as a standard imperial slotted spring pin for use in any mechanical assembly requiring a 5/32 inch diameter rolled pin in a corrosion-resistant stainless steel grade.

Installation Notes

Slotted spring pins are typically driven into place using a pin punch and hammer or an arbor press — never use a standard hammer directly on the pin face without a punch, as this can deform the slotted end and compromise the fit. Ensure the receiving hole is drilled to the correct tolerance for the nominal pin diameter before installation. Technicians should wear appropriate eye protection during pin driving. When removing the pin for service, use a correctly sized punch to avoid enlarging the bore.