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Small metal E-clip in plain stainless steel finish

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP 36755 E-Clip 18-8 Stainless Steel hardware

SKU CH-BK5Z-XA1YM

Stainless steel E-clip retaining rings sized for interference-fit grooves, supplied in plain finish for corrosion resistance

  • Product typeRetaining Rings
  • Corrosion-resistant 18-8 stainless steel construction
  • Interference-fit groove design secures shafts reliably
  • Spring-tension retention holds without additional fasteners
  • Plain finish reduces friction during installation
  • Industrial-grade retaining ring for machinery and automotive use

Industrial Retaining Ring

This 18-8 stainless steel e-clip provides a spring-loaded interference fit for grooves and lands in industrial and military assemblies. It is designed for mechanics and technicians who need a reusable fastener that installs and removes through elastic deformation. The plain finish suits general-purpose applications where corrosion resistance is required.

Thermal and Power Behaviour

As a passive metal retaining ring, the clip generates no heat, draws no power and produces no audible noise during operation. Its performance is limited to the mechanical spring force that holds it seated in the groove under normal vibration and load conditions.

Bundled Items and Software

The product ships as a single hardware component with no additional accessories, lubricants or software. Installation requires only suitable pliers or a pick to expand the clip over the shaft and seat it in the machined groove.

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Price $8.99
Cheaper than about 85% of the 2,607 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameMIDWEST FASTENER
Product typeRetaining Rings

Questions about this item

How do you install the 36755 E-Clip onto the groove without damaging it?

Use snap-ring pliers to spread the clip just enough to clear the groove, seat it fully in the channel, then release the pliers so spring tension locks it in place.

When should the 18-8 stainless E-Clip be replaced during routine maintenance?

Replace it whenever the clip shows permanent deformation, corrosion pitting, or no longer snaps securely into the groove after removal.

What is the first sign the clip is reaching its fatigue limit under repeated cycling?

The clip loses spring force and can be rotated or pushed out of the groove by hand, indicating the interference fit is no longer reliable.

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