External retaining ring designed for axial assembly into machined grooves on shafts. The tapered section provides uniform circular deformation, enabling complete contact and a tight fit in the groove. Key benefits - Secure axial retention on shafts with reliable seating in the groove - Tapered design ensures uniform deformation for consistent contact and tightness - Wide material options to match operating conditions and environment Material and temperature performance - Steel: Carbon spring steel SAE 1060 - 1090 - Stainless steel: corrosion resistant and suitable for higher heat applications - Temperature ranges - Steel rings: -100°F to 500°F - Stainless steel rings: -100°F to 900°F Compatibility and performance - Intended for external retaining rings used in axial assembly into machined shaft grooves - Provides strong retention in applications with shaft rotation and axial loads - Stainless steel variant offers corrosion resistance and extended heat tolerance for harsher environments Use scenarios - Automotive or industrial drive shafts: secure gears or components in machined grooves to prevent axial movement during operation - High-temperature equipment: use stainless steel rings in furnaces or heat-treat processes where corrosion resistance and higher heat tolerance are required - General shaft assemblies in machinery: reliable retention for components that must stay aligned and fixed along the shaft under varying loads and temperatures Specifications summary - Steel: Carbon spring steel SAE 1060 - 1090 - Steel operating range: -100°F to 500°F - Stainless steel operating range: -100°F to 900°F - Design: External retaining ring with tapered section for uniform deformation and complete groove contact