External Circlips: What you need to know

What are External Circlips?

External Circlips are also known as retaining rings and designed to be fitted into shafts with grooves. These types of Circlips are used in engineering assemblies where strong centrifugal forces are used.

What materials are they available in?

External Circlips are most commonly available in Carbon Spring Steel or Stainless Steel. Other bespoke materials are available such as Inconel, A4 grade Stainless and Titanium.

Where can I purchase External Circlips?

You can purchase our Carbon Steel and Stainless Steel External Circlips online. Offering full technical information on all our sizes. Next day delivery also available for orders placed before 2:30pm Monday – Friday.

Check out the range here: https://springfasteners.co.uk/product-category/circlips/

External Circlips in Carbon Steel
External Circlips for Shafts