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Side-Mount External Retaining Rings

Also known as E-style rings.

Heavy Duty Side-Mount External Retaining Rings

These rings are reinforced to withstand faster rotation than other side‐mount retaining rings. Also known as reinforced E‐style rings.

Wide-Grip Side-Mount External Retaining Rings

Also known as poodle rings, these thick rings have "ears" that form a large retaining surface to withstand stronger forces than other side-mount retaining rings.

Bowed Side-Mount External Retaining Rings

Also known as bowed E-style rings, these have a curved design that works like a spring, taking up play for a tight hold.

Side-Mount External Retaining Ring Assortments

Also known as E-Style and C-style rings, slide these into the groove from the side of the shaft. They provide a wider shoulder than other external retaining rings for a larger retaining surface.

External and Side-Mount
Retaining Ring Assortments

Assortments include pliers to install external rings.

External, Internal, and Side-Mount
Retaining Ring Assortments

These assortments include pliers to install external and internal rings.

E- and C-Style Side-Mount Retaining
Ring Installation and Removal Tools

The spring on one end of the tool holds the retaining ring in position for installation and the hook on the other end is for removal.

E-Style Side-Mount Retaining Ring Installation Tools

Slide the retaining ring in between the jaws of the tool and push the ring onto a shaft.