e-clip
Grooved axle keeper
An e-clip is a small C-shaped metal fastener that snaps into a groove on a shaft or pin to hold components in place.
The "e" refers to its shape—like the letter E with the middle prong removed.
Common in machinery, appliances, and automotive applications: The e-clip holds the lever pin in position.
Also called an external retaining ring.
Retaining ring for shafts
- grooveNarrow cut or routine
- axleShaft for wheel rotation
- spring steelElastic metal for flexing
- snap ringC-shaped retaining fastener
retention · bearing · pulley · wheel · locking · assembly · hardware · snap-on
Hinged metal gripping tool
- snap-onFastener joining by clicking
- toolDevice for a task
- removalAct of taking away
- seatingAvailable places to sit
tension · orientation · clearance · lubrication · replacement · inspection · wear · corrosion
Rotational door connector
- carburetorEngine fuel-air mixer
- distributorEntity channeling goods downstream
- transmissionSending of information
- differentialRelative difference between things
suspension · steering column · hood latch · parking brake · alternator · starter motor
circlip
Retaining ring for shafts
- grooveNarrow cut or routine
- axleShaft for wheel rotation
- spring steelElastic metal for flexing
snap ring · retention · bearing · pulley · wheel · locking · assembly · hardware · snap-on · radial
pliers
Hinged metal gripping tool
seating · tension · orientation · clearance · lubrication · replacement · inspection · wear · corrosion · maintenance
door hinge
Rotational door connector
- carburetorEngine fuel-air mixer
- distributorEntity channeling goods downstream
- transmissionSending of information
differential · suspension · steering column · hood latch · parking brake · alternator · starter motor