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    Clevis Pins
    3D CAD models available

    The most commonly used clevis pins—just slide a cotter pin into the hole to secure parts. These pins have a flat, low-profile head to fit in tight spaces. They're less likely to get in the way than pins with a loop grip or T-handle but aren’t as easy to grab if you want to remove them frequently. Add your own cotter pin, or choose a clevis pin that includes a reusable hairpin cotter.
    Steel
    Carbon Steel—Stronger than stainless steel, these pins won't deform from stress and vibration. They perform best in dry environments since moisture will cause them to rust.
    Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel—These pins withstand occasional exposure to moisture. However, since friction from moving parts can wear away the finish, they're not ideal for wet environments. While not nearly as corrosion resistant as stainless steel, they are stronger and won’t deform under stress.
    Head
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    Carbon Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Clevis Pins, Cotter Pin Not Included.
     
    7/8" Diameter
    1 11/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B632"1 1/32"5/16"100000000000000
    2 3/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B632 1/2"1 1/32"5/16"10000000000000
    2 11/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B633"1 1/32"5/16"10000000000000
    3 3/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B633 1/2"1 1/32"5/16"10000000000000
    3 11/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B634"1 1/32"5/16"10000000000000
    4 3/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B634 1/2"1 1/32"5/16"10000000000000
    4 11/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B635"1 1/32"5/16"10000000000000
    5 3/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B635 1/2"1 1/32"5/16"10000000000000
    5 11/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B636"1 1/32"5/16"100000000000000
    6 11/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B637"1 1/32"5/16"100000000000000
     
    Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Clevis Pins, Cotter Pin Not Included.
     
    7/8" Diameter
    1 11/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B632"1 1/32"5/16"10000000000000
    2 11/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B633"1 1/32"5/16"10000000000000
    3 3/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B633 1/2"1 1/32"5/16"10000000000000
    3 11/16"-0.009" to -0.004"13/64"Rockwell B634"1 1/32"5/16"100000000000000
    4 3/16"-0.009" to -0.004"13/64"Rockwell B634 1/2"1 1/32"5/16"100000000000000
    6 11/16"-0.009" to -0.004"13/64"Rockwell B637"1 1/32"5/16"100000000000000
     
    SAE J493 Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Clevis Pins, Cotter Pin Not Included.

    Cotter Pin Not

    Included

    These pins conform to SAE International (formerly the Society of Automotive Engineers) dimensional standards.
    Carbon Steel—Stronger than stainless steel, these pins won't deform from stress and vibration. They perform best in dry environments since moisture will cause them to rust.
    Head
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    Carbon Steel
     
    7/8" Diameter
    1 7/8"-0.009" to -0.004"5/32"Rockwell B632 1/4"1 1/32"5/16"100000000000000
     
    Heat-Treated Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Clevis Pins, Cotter Pin Not Included.

    Cotter Pin Not

    Included

    With additional hardness, these pins are less likely to bend, break, and wear than those that aren't heat treated.
    Carbon Steel—Stronger than stainless steel, these pins won't deform from stress and vibration. They perform best in dry environments since moisture will cause them to rust.
    Galvanized Carbon Steel—These pins combine the strength of steel with the rust resistance of stainless steel. They're often used as an economical alternative to 18-8 stainless steel in wet and outdoor environments, but they won't hold up to salt water and chemicals.
    Head
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    For Max.
    Cotter Pin Dia.
    Min.
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    Carbon Steel
     
    7/8" Diameter
    2 7/8"-0.010" to 0.005"3/16"Rockwell C253 1/4"1 1/4"1/4"1000000000000000
     
    Galvanized Carbon Steel
     
    7/8" Diameter
    2 7/8"-0.010" to 0.005"3/16"Rockwell C253 1/4"1 1/4"1/4"100000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Clevis Pins, Cotter Pin Not Included.

    Cotter Pin Not

    Included

    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these pins resist rusting. They're strong enough to fasten most components but won't withstand stress and vibration as well as steel.
    Head
    Usable
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    Dia. Tolerance
    For Max.
    Cotter Pin Dia.
    Min.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
     
    7/8" Diameter
    2 11/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B803"1 1/32"5/16"1000000000000000
    3 11/16"-0.009" to -0.004"3/16"Rockwell B804"1 1/32"5/16"100000000000000
     

    Tethered Loop-Grip Clevis Pins
    3D CAD models available

    A lanyard or chain prevents your pin from getting lost when removed. With a large loop handle that's easy to grip and pull, these clevis pins are often used for towing and other applications where you regularly secure and release components.
    Steel
    Image of Product. With Cotter Pin and Lanyard. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Tethered Loop-Grip Clevis Pins, , Cotter Pin Included.
    Image of Product. With Cotter Pin and Lanyard. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Tethered Loop-Grip Clevis Pins, , Cotter Pin Included.

    With Cotter Pin and Lanyard

    With Cotter Pin and Lanyard

    Image of Product. With Linch Pin and Chain. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Tethered Loop-Grip Clevis Pins, Linch Pin Included, .

    With Linch Pin and Chain

    Painted Carbon Steel—Stronger than stainless steel, these pins won't deform from stress and vibration. The dark enamel creates a finished look but offers minimal corrosion resistance. They're best for dry environments.
    Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel—These pins withstand occasional exposure to moisture. However, since friction from moving parts can wear away the finish, they're not ideal for wet environments. While not nearly as corrosion resistant as stainless steel, they are stronger and won’t deform under stress.
    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Carbon Steel—With a more durable finish than clear zinc plating, these pins hold up in wet and outdoor environments although not as well as stainless steel. Because the plating resists wear and the steel holds up under stress, they're good for pivoting parts, like rod end linkages.
    Cotter Pin Included—The hairpin cotter is quicker to install and remove than a linch pin but not as secure.
    Linch Pin Included—Less likely to get knocked or shaken out of place than a hairpin, the linch pin has a ring that snaps down and locks.
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    Handle
    Color
    Each
    Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel with Cotter Pin and Lanyard
     
    7/8" Diameter
    4 1/2"-0.016" to 0.016"3/16"Rockwell C191 3/4"__000000000000000
    4 1/2"-0.016" to 0.016"3/16"Rockwell C191 7/8"Red00000000000000
    6"-0.016" to 0.016"3/16"Rockwell C191 3/4"__00000000000000
     
    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Carbon Steel with Cotter Pin and Lanyard
     
    7/8" Diameter
    7"-0.012" to 0.000"11/64"Rockwell C281 7/16"__00000000000000
     
    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Carbon Steel with Linch Pin and Chain
     
    7/8" Diameter
    7"-0.012" to 0.000"25/64"Rockwell C281 1/2"__00000000000000
     
    Black-Painted Carbon Steel with Cotter Pin and Lanyard
     
    7/8" Diameter
    4"-0.003" to 0.002"17/64"Rockwell C32__Red00000000000000
    6 1/2"-0.003" to 0.002"17/64"Rockwell C32__Red00000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel
    Image of Product. With Cotter Pin and Lanyard. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Tethered Loop-Grip Clevis Pins, , Cotter Pin Included.
    Image of Product. With Linch Pin and Chain. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Tethered Loop-Grip Clevis Pins, Linch Pin Included, .

    With Cotter Pin and Lanyard

    With Linch Pin and Chain

    High-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel—The strongest stainless steel pins we offer, these are the least likely to deform due to stress and vibration. Similar to 18-8 stainless steel, they're suitable for most wet and outdoor environments. However, they won't hold up to the harsh conditions and chemicals that 316 stainless steel can.
    Cotter Pin Included—The hairpin cotter is quicker to install and remove than a linch pin but not as secure.
    Linch Pin Included—Less likely to get knocked or shaken out of place than a hairpin, the linch pin has a ring that snaps down and locks.
    Usable
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    Dia.
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    High-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel with Cotter Pin and Lanyard
     
    7/8" Diameter
    6"-0.016" to 0.016"3/16"Rockwell B801 3/4"000000000000000
     
    High-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel with Linch Pin and Chain
     
    7/8" Diameter
    6"-0.016" to 0.016"3/16"Rockwell B801 3/4"00000000000000
     

    T-Handle Clevis Pins
    3D CAD models available

    With the widest grip, these pins give you the most leverage. They’re also the easiest to grab with gloved or slippery hands but take up the most space when installed. To secure, slide a cotter pin (not included) into the hole.
    Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. T-Handle Clevis Pins.
    Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel—These pins withstand occasional exposure to moisture. However, since friction from moving parts can wear away the finish, they're not ideal for wet environments. While not nearly as corrosion resistant as stainless steel, they are stronger and won’t deform under stress.
    Usable
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    Dia. Tolerance
    For Max.
    Cotter Pin Dia.
    Min.
    Hardness
    Handle
    Color
    Each
    Black-Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel
     
    7/8" Diameter
    4"-0.003" to 0.001"1/4"Rockwell B90Black000000000000000
    6"-0.003" to 0.001"1/4"Rockwell B90Black00000000000000
     

    Clevis Pins with Retaining Ring Groove
    3D CAD models available

    Insert the retaining ring into the groove for a secure hold that takes up less space than a cotter pin. The ring surrounds the entire pin, so bumps are unlikely to work these pins out of a hole.
    Unlike most cotter pins, which install by hand, you will need retaining ring pliers to insert and remove the included ring.
    Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Clevis Pins with Retaining Ring Groove.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these pins resist rusting. They're strong enough to fasten most components but won't withstand stress and vibration as well as steel.
    Head
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    18-8 Stainless Steel with Retaining Ring
     
    7/8" Diameter
    2 3/4"-0.009" to 0.002"Rockwell B803"1"1/4"1000000000000000
    3 3/4"-0.009" to 0.002"Rockwell B804"1"1/4"100000000000000
     

    Clevis Pins with Wire Retainer

    Since you can quickly install and release the wire retainer, these pins cut down the time it takes to swap out parts. They are typically used to connect drive shafts to equipment such as gearboxes, pumps, and compressors. The retainer pivots to accommodate nearby components. Also known as power take-off (PTO) pins.
    Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Clevis Pins with Wire Retainer, Square-Retainer with Hook Closure.

    Square-Retainer with

    Hook Closure

    Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel—These pins withstand occasional exposure to moisture. However, since friction from moving parts can wear away the finish, they're not ideal for wet environments. While not nearly as corrosion resistant as stainless steel, they are stronger and won’t deform under stress.
    Dia.
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    Dia. Tolerance
    Retainer
    Clearance
    Min.
    Hardness
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    Each
    Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel
     
    Square-Retainer with Hook Closure
    7/8"5 1/2"-0.016" to 0.016"3 1/4"Rockwell C227 3/8"000000000000000
    7/8"6 1/4"-0.015" to 0.000"3 1/4"Rockwell B907 1/2"00000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Clevis Pins with Wire Retainer, Square-Retainer with Hook Closure.

    Square-Retainer with

    Hook Closure

    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these pins resist rusting. They're strong enough to fasten most components but won't withstand stress and vibration as well as steel.
    Dia.
    Usable
    Lg.
    Dia. Tolerance
    Retainer
    Clearance
    Min.
    Hardness
    Lg.
    Each
    18-8 Stainless Steel
     
    Square-Retainer with Hook Closure
    7/8"5 1/2"-0.016" to 0.016"3 1/4"Rockwell B757 5/16"000000000000000
     

    Loop-Grip Clevis Pins with Toggle
    3D CAD models available

    For components you need to lock in place but also disconnect frequently, these pins have a toggle end and large loop handle. No need for a separate cotter pin, the toggle swivels so you can insert into a hole and then swivels back to secure. Fold down the handle to save space when installed.
    Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Loop-Grip Clevis Pins with Toggle.
    Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel—These pins withstand occasional exposure to moisture. However, since friction from moving parts can wear away the finish, they're not ideal for wet environments. While not nearly as corrosion resistant as stainless steel, they are stronger and won’t deform under stress.
    Usable
    Lg.
    Dia. Tolerance
    Min.
    Hardness
    Each
    Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel
     
    7/8" Diameter
    3 1/2"-0.003" to 0.001"Rockwell B90000000000000000
    6"-0.003" to 0.001"Rockwell B9000000000000000
     

    Clevis Pins with Locking Retainer
    3D CAD models available

    Secure and release these heavy duty pins with one hand. Swing the welded solid steel retainer closed, and it locks onto the pin until you press the lever to open. Unlike other clevis pins, you don’t have to reach around to insert a cotter pin or worry about it falling out. These are often used for towing since they make it easy to hitch and unhitch your equipment.
    Steel
    Image of Product. Back orientation. Contains Annotated. Clevis Pins. Clevis Pins with Locking Retainer.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Clevis Pins. Clevis Pins with Locking Retainer.
    Powder-Coated Carbon Steel—A shiny black finish creates a barrier against rust in damp and outdoor environments. While not as corrosion resistant as stainless steel, these pins are stronger and won't deform under stress.
    Dia.
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    Dia. Tolerance
    Retainer
    Clearance
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    Hardness
    Lg.
    Each
    Black-Powder-Coated Carbon Steel
     
    Square-Retainer
    7/8"4 1/2"-0.003" to 0.010"3 1/8"Rockwell C328"000000000000000
    7/8"6"-0.003" to 0.010"3 1/8"Rockwell C3210"00000000000000
     
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