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Retaining Rings
Retaining rings are precision fasteners designed to fit into a machined groove on a shaft or inside a bore to securely hold components in place. Also known as snap rings or circlips, they provide a reliable, space-saving way to control axial movement in assemblies across manufacturing, construction, and MRO applications.
At American Bolt Corp, you’ll find a broad selection of retaining rings in carbon steel and stainless steel, with inch and metric options for standard and specialty uses. Whether you need a quick-install e-clip, a heavy-duty housing ring, or standards-based DIN rings, we stock the retaining solutions to match your design.
At American Bolt Corp, you’ll find a broad selection of retaining rings in carbon steel and stainless steel, with inch and metric options for standard and specialty uses. Whether you need a quick-install e-clip, a heavy-duty housing ring, or standards-based DIN rings, we stock the retaining solutions to match your design.
What Is a Retaining Ring?
A retaining ring—sometimes called a snap ring or circlip—is a metal ring that snaps into a machined groove on a shaft or inside a bore. Once installed, the ring holds components in place by preventing lateral movement. Retaining rings are available in external styles (for shafts) and internal styles (for housings or bores), depending on application requirements.
Need help sourcing retaining rings?
Our fastener specialists can cross-reference DIN/ANSI series, confirm groove fit, and source the internal, external, or e-clip solution for your assembly. Contact American Bolt Corp for pricing, availability, or bulk orders.