Technical Articles
Rotor Clip Company, Inc. has published these technical articles:
(Fastening and Joining)
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External snap rings are constant section retaining rings designed to secure components on a shaft by installing into a machined groove; the portion protruding from the groove creates a shoulder that...
(Springs)
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As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to gain in popularity, the demand for efficient and reliable electric motors continues to increase. Electric motor design plays a crucial role in determining the...
(Fastening and Joining)
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Beveled retaining rings, also known as bevel-edged snap rings or circlips, are designed to securely fasten parts onto shafts or within bores. Unlike traditional retaining rings which have two distinct...
(Fastening and Joining)
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Wave Springs and Retaining Rings are widely utilized in quick connectors and circular plug-in connectors, including those with threaded and bayonet locking mechanisms, across military, aerospace, and...
(Fastening and Joining)
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Beveled and bowed retaining rings are specialized tapered section circlips designed to secure components and manage axial movement in demanding applications such as electric motors, automotive...
(Fastening and Joining)
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When it comes to securing rotating or moving parts within machinery, engineers often encounter the choice between two distinct components - circlips and snap rings. Despite their apparent...
(Fastening and Joining)
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Discover the incredible versatility of spiral retaining rings as we explore their essential role in various industries. Whether you require standard or custom spiral rings in materials like 302 and...
(Fastening and Joining)
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A retaining ring is a fastening component that securely holds parts in position on a shaft (external) or within a housing/bore (internal) in mechanical assemblies. Creating an artificial shoulder or...
(Springs)
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Thermal expansion is a common challenge in applications exposed to high temperatures or in systems using temperature-sensitive materials, such as automotive exhaust systems, aerospace components,...
(Valves)
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A butterfly valve is a valve that regulates fluid flow. The “butterfly” is a disc mounted on a rod or stem that can be turned perpendicular to allow full flow, parallel to stop flow, or...
(Fastening and Joining)
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Spiral retaining rings and circlips (tapered section rings) are two distinct retaining ring designs that secure components within grooves but differ fundamentally in geometry, installation method, and...
(Fastening and Joining)
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Simple concept. Using a retaining ring to fasten your assembly instead of a traditional fastener not only reduces your costs, but also has a lower environmental footprint. Fewer parts and less...
(Hose, Pipe, and Tubing Accessories)
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Ultrasonic motors are small motors, some measured in millimeters, often used in the auto focus feature on modern DSLR camera lenses. Other applications are usually seen in the automotive industry in...
(Fastening and Joining)
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If you've ever searched for a metric circlip or snap ring, you've probably encountered DIN numbers like DIN 471, DIN 472, or DIN 6799. But what do those standards actually mean, and why are they...
(Springs)
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When selecting a spring element for your mechanical assemblies, it's important to understand the differences between wave washers and wave springs. Both springs play significant roles in managing...
(Springs)
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In the realm of mechanical components, a wave spring is a distinctive type of compression spring characterized by its unique waveform-like structure. Imagine a spring that compresses and expands in a...
(Fastening and Joining)
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Rotor Clip is proud to be the only manufacturer of every style of retaining ring. With our precision manufacturing capabilities, we offer standard and custom parts in sizes ranging from .040? to 47?...
(Springs)
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Wave spring end types play a critical role in how the spring interfaces with mating components, directly impacting load distribution, surface contact, and overall application performance. Wave springs...
(Fastening and Joining)
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Are you still relying on cotter pins or traditional fasteners to secure your assemblies? While these methods have been used for generations, modern designs demand solutions that save time, reduce...