Product: Standard Retaining Ring Type: External Material: Stainless steel Finish: Plain Key specifications - For Shaft Dia.: 11/32 in - Free I.D.: 0.309 in - Thickness: 0.025 in - Thickness Tolerance: +/-0.001 in - Fits Groove Dia.: 0.321 in - Groove Dia. Tolerance: +/-0.002 in - Fits Groove Width: 0.029 in - Groove Width Tolerance: +0.003 in - Fits Groove Depth: 0.011 in - Clearance Dia. (Expanded): 0.570 in What this product delivers - Secure axial retention: External retaining ring designed to hold components on a shaft and prevent axial movement in assemblies. - Precise fit and compatibility: Engineered for a shaft diameter of 11/32 in with a 0.321 in groove diameter, ensuring reliable seating and retention. - Durable material with reliable finish: Stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance and a plain finish suitable for a range of environments. - Tight dimensional control: Thickness 0.025 in with a tolerance of +/-0.001 in, groove diameter tolerance +/-0.002 in, and groove width tolerance +0.003 in to support consistent performance. Compatibility and sizing details - Shaft compatibility: 11/32 in - Inner diameter (free): 0.309 in - Groove interface: 0.321 in diameter, depth 0.011 in, width 0.029 in - Dimensional tolerances: thickness +/-0.001 in, groove diameter +/-0.002 in, groove width +0.003 in - Expanded clearance diameter: 0.570 in Practical use scenarios - Automotive and small machinery: Used to secure gears, pulleys, or collars on 11/32 in shafts where a precise external retaining ring is required to prevent component movement under load. - Industrial equipment and conveyors: Suitable for assemblies with a 0.321 in groove diameter and a 0.029 in groove width, providing dependable retention in gear trains, timing components, or shaft-mounted assemblies. - Maintenance and replacement: Ideal for stocking in repair inventories to replace worn or damaged external retaining rings on compatible shafts and grooves, ensuring fast, reliable reassembly. Advantages at a glance - External retaining ring for secure shaft retention - Stainless steel with plain finish for durability - Exact sizing for 11/32 in shafts and 0.321 in groove interfaces - Tight, specified tolerances to maintain consistent performance across parts and assemblies