(90)R-clips are commonly used to secure the ends of shafts on axles and clevis pins. The straight leg of the clip is pushed into a hole at end of the shaft. This is done until the middle of the other (belly) bent leg of the R-clip grips one side of the shaft resisting any force removing the R-clip from its hole. To assist insertion, the end of the bent leg is angled away from the straight leg.hair-pin-r-clip-r-pin.jpg
Clevis pins are one of the components of a three-piece clevis fastener system and are used as a quick and secure fastener. This simple combination provides a reliable connection for combining mechanical components and similar applications. Use a clevis pin as part of a clevis fastener to hitch equipment for towing and other uses.clevis-pins.jpg
