High Precision Spring Retaining Rings

Mon	0.437	0.469	0.5	0.562	0.625	0.687	0.75	0.812	0.875	0.937	1
dc max	0.53	0.57	0.6	0.67	0.74	0.8	0.87	0.94	1.01	1.08	1.15
h min	0.023	0.023	0.033	0.033	0.033	0.04	0.04	0.04	0.04	0.04	0.04
h max	0.027	0.027	0.037	0.037	0.037	0.044	0.044	0.044	0.044	0.044	0.044

High precision spring retaining rings often get surface treatments to boost performance. For example, a zinc coating keeps them from rusting, black oxide makes them tougher against scratches and stuff, and electropolishing just smooths things out. In areas where parts rub a lot, phosphate coatings help hold onto oil or grease better. If the environment’s harsh,like super wet or chemical-heavy,stainless steel might get a passivation treatment, or they’ll add nickel plating to fight off corrosion. For setups where parts move constantly, coatings like PTFE can reduce sticking or friction so things slide easier.

Quality Standards

High precision spring retaining rings comply with global standards such as ISO, DIN and ANSI. They range in diameter from 2 mm to 500 mm. The inner ring can be used for bores up to 300 mm and the outer ring can be used for shafts up to 120 mm. The thickness ranges from 0.3 mm to 3 mm, depending on the required load capacity. They are available in both metric and imperial sizes so they can be used with different systems.

High-vibration Environments

Q: Can high precision spring retaining rings handle high-vibration environments without loosening?

A: Yes, spring retaining rings are designed to stay in place even with heavy shaking. Their rounded design and built-in tension presses against the sides of the groove to prevent slipping. If the shaking is too severe, you can choose a retaining ring with small tabs or grooves that will help prevent the retaining ring from rotating.Materials like beryllium copper or heat-treated steel are way tougher against daily wear, so they last longer in shaky setups. Oh, and they test these rings in fake vibration rigs (like the ASTM D999 test) to double-check they won’t budge.