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A split cotter inserted through holes in two or more pieces and bent at the ends to fasten the pieces together.


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A metal pin used for fastening; the split ends which project beyond the pin hole are bent back from the axis of the pin.

cotter pin: above; below, installation


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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: a cotter consisting of a split pin that is secured (after passing through a hole) by splitting the ends apart


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Cotter pin can mean:

  • In USA usage:
    • A split pin, a metal fastener with two tines that are bent during installation used to fasten metal together, like with a staple or rivet
    • Hairpin cotter pin, more commonly known as an "R-clip"
    • Bowtie cotter pin, a vibration proof type of R-clip that is shaped like a bowtie
    • Circle cotter, a ring shaped cotter pin
  • In British usage:
    • A cotter, in mechanical engineering a pin or wedge passing through a hole to fix parts tightly together

This usage difference is often a cause of confusion when companies of both countries work together.


 
 

 

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