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Cotter Pin

A wire pin with two prongs and a loop at the top forming the head. Usually inserted through a drilled hole. The two prongs are then bent in opposite directions to secure the assembly.

cotter pin

Dimensions

ASME 18.8.1

Pin Dia. Dec. Head Dia. Min
1/16 0.062 0.12
3/32 0.094 0.19
1/8 0.125 0.25
5/32 0.156 0.31
3/16 0.188 0.38
7/32 0.219 0.44
1/4 .250 0.50
5/16 .312 0.62
3/8 .375 0.75
1/2 .500 1.00