Snap rings locate and retain components in a wide range of applications, from rotating equipment to valve bodies. There are two basic types of rings, internal and external. An internal ring, for ...

Hoopster retaining rings fit into much shallower grooves than regular snap rings or retaining rings making them suitable for light to heavy loads and ideal for thin-wall tubes. Hoopster retaining ...

Smalley’s Retaining Ring Types and Selection guide provides an in-depth look at the various retaining rings available, helping engineers choose the right solution for their applications. It covers key ...

There are certain tools that are considered nice-to-have items right up until they are necessary. Then you're screwed. Retaining ring pliers, or snap ring pliers, are one of them. I've gotten away ...