RS PRO Steel External Circlip, 17mm Shaft Diameter, 16.2mm Groove Diameter

Discover the ultimate solution for securing components with RS PRO high-performance external circlips, also known as external snap rings. These essential retaining rings prevent lateral movement, ensuring your components stay firmly in place. During application, these clips fit perfectly into a groove on the outside diameter of a shaft or cylindrical surface and offer unmatched reliability and ease of use.

RS PRO external retaining clips, such as DIN471 circlips, are essential components in mechanical assemblies for securing bearings, wheels, and gears onto shafts. These clips maintain a load-bearing hold on the outer diameters of shafts, ensuring components stay in place during operation.
These circlips are made from heat-treated carbon spring steel that offers a combination of flexibility and strength, making them ideal for a wide range of engineering applications.

RS PRO offer a range of circlip pliers with various tips designed to install external circlips quickly and safely. Browse our offer to find your ideal solution.