If you’re a hobbyist or work in your home garage, you’re probably not going to run into snap rings or C-clips daily. But when you do: You better be prepared. You can shell out big bucks for a set from ...

Snap rings locate and retain components in a wide range of applications, from rotating equipment to valve bodies. There are two basic types of rings, internal and external. An internal ring, for ...

Spirolox retaining rings from the Smalley Steel Ring Co., Lake Zurich, Ill., serve as removable shoulders on shafts (external) or inside bores (internal) to keep components in place. Spirolox rings ...

Snap-on’s SRPCR Series Snap Ring Pliers have a push-button convertible design that offers speed and precision, allowing technicians to easily switch between internal and external rings, while longer ...