June 19, 2023
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Removing a Tab and Slot Self-Locking Retaining Ring
Smalley’s Spirolox® retaining rings can be configured to include different provisions or features to better suit application needs. A popular feature for Spirolox rings is the Tab and Slot lock (Figure 1), which provides a mechanical interference allowing the ring to ‘lock’ in place.
Figure 1. Tab and Slot locking self-locking ring
In a Tab and Slot self-locking ring, the tabbed end of the...
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