ASME 818.8.

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1994
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CLEVIS PINS
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See IFI Notes, page L-30.

1. INTRODUCTORY NOTES to ASME 818.12, Glossary of Terms forMechani-

cal Fasteners, page N-1 .
1.1 Scope
1.6 Reference Standards
1.1.1 This standard covers the complete di-
mensional and general data for clevis pins rec- (Refer to the complete specification, see
ognized as ~American National Standard .~ page N-38.)

1.1.2 The inclusion of dimensional data in this 2. GENERAL DATA - CLEVIS PINS
standard is not intended to imply that all of the
clevis pins described are stock production items. 2.1 Application
Consumers should consult with suppliers con-
cerning availability of product. The clevis pins covered herein are in-
tended for general applications. The clevis pins
1.2 Dimensions specified are intended for use in conjunction with
clevises and rod end eyes; and the cotter pins
All dimensions in this standard are given contained herein.
in inches, unless othel"lNise stated. Dimensions
and tolerances are in accordance with ASME 2.2 Head
Y14.SM .
2.2.1 Top of Head. The top of the head shall
1.3 Responsibility be flat and either chamfered or rounded at outer
periphery.
The responsible party for the performance
of the products within the scope of this standard 2.2.2 Bearing Surface. The bearing surface
is the organization that supplies the components of the head shall be flat and square with the axis
to the purchaser and certifies or represents that of pin (determined over a distance from under
the component was manufactured, tested , and the head equivalent to 1.5 times the basic pin
inspected in accordance with this specification diameter) within 2 deg.
and meets all of its requirements .
2.2.3 Head Periphery. The periphery of the
1.4 Inspection and Quality Assurance head shall be within a circular runout equal to
12 percent of the maximum head diameter or
Unless otherwise specified by the pur- 0.020 in., whichever is greater, with respect to
chaser, acceptability shall be based on conform- the axis of the shank, as determined over a

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ance with the requirements specified in ASME length under the head equal to the nominal pin
818.18.1, page M-S. diameter.

1.5 Terminology 2.3 Length

For definitions of terms relating to pins 2.3.1 Measurement. The length of clevis pin
or features thereof used in this standard, refer shall be measured, parallel to the axis of pin ,

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Table 1 Dimensions of Clevis Pins m
A B 0 E F G H M S
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Nomin al
Head to Recommended
Size or
Basic Pin
Diametar
Shank
Diameter
Head
Diameter
Head
Height
Hea d Ho~
Diameter
Point
Diameter
PI.
Length
Canteraf
Ho~

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Edge of
Ho~
Cotter Pin
Nominal Size -Z
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Mo> MI. I Mo> MI. I Mo> MI. to.01 Mo> MI. Mo> I MI. Mo> MI. MI. en
3116 0.188 0.186 0.181 0.32 0.30 0.07 0.05 0.02 0.088 0.073 0.15 0.14 0.58 0.504 0.484 0.09 0.440 1116 0.062
114 0.250 0.248 0.243 0.38 0.36 0.10 0.08 0.03 0.088 0.073 0.21 0.20 0.77 0.692 0.672 0.09 0.628 1/16 0.062
5116 0.312 0.311 0.306 0.44 0.42 0.10 0.08 0.03 0.119 0.104 0.26 0.25 0.94 0.832 0.812 0.12 0.752 3/32 0.093
3/8 0.375 0.373 I 0.368 0.51 0.4' 1 0.13 0.11 0.03 0.119 I 0.104 0.33 10.32 1.06 0.'58 0.938 0.12 0.878 3/32 0.093

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3/32
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0.04 0.119 0.104 0.39 0.38 1.19 1.082 1.062 0.12 1.002 0.093
0.04 0.151 0.136 0.44 0.43 1.36 1.223 1.203 0.15 1.127 1/8 0.125

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0.92 I g:~~
0.19
0.24
0.06
0.07 :~~~ 0.187
0.136 0.56
0.68 I :~; ~:~
1.473
1.739
1.453
1.719
0.15
0.1.
1.337

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7/8 0.875
1 1.000
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0.871
0.996
0.866
0.991
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1.19
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NOTES:
(1) Where specifying nominal size in decimals, zeros preceding decimal shall be omitted.
(2) Lengths tabulated are intended for use with standard cievises, wi thout spacers. When required , it is recommended that other pin lengths be limited
wherever possible to nominal lengths in 0.06 in. increments. l>
(3) Basic · J" dimension (distance from centerline of hole to end of pin) is specified for calculating hole location from underside of head on pins of lengths not -;o .. '"~
tabulated.
(4) Reference dimension provided for convenience in design layout and is not subject to inspection.
(5) Refer to cotter pins, page L-J4.
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(6) For additional requirements, refer to General Data, page L.....J1 .

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from the bearing surface of the head to the ex- with a capital ~ H " located in the center of the top
treme end of pin . of the head and the manufacturer's mark must
also be on the head for identification purposes.
2.3,2 Length Increments. The tabulated
lengths apply to pins intended for use with stan- 2.6 Finish. Clevis pins shall normally be fur-
dard clevises , without spacers. When required , nished with a natural (as processed) finish , not
it is recommended that other pin lengths be lim- plated or coated. Other finishes, where required ,
ited , wherever possible, to nominal lengths in shall· be subject to agreement between the manu-
0.06 in. increments. facturer and purchaser. However, plated or
coated hardened pins which are subject to hy-
2.4 Hole drogen embrittlement shall be baked for a suit-
able time at a temperature that will obviate such
2.4.1 Location. The hole location on all clevis embrittlement. Baking shall be accomplished
pins shall be specified as the distance, measured within one hour following application of plating
parallel to the axis of pin, from the bearing sur- or coating inasmuch as delay is detrimental to
face of the head to the centerline of the hole. achievement of the desired results.
For pins having lengths other than those tabu-
lated, the limits for H shall be determined by 2.7 Workmanship. Clevis pins shall be free
subtracting reference dimension, J, from the from burrs, loose scale, sharp edges and all other
maximum and minimum pin length G. defects affecting their serviceability.

2.4.2 Alignment and Angularity. The axis of 2.8 DeSignation

hole through shank shall not be offset from the
axis of pin by more than 0.010 in. for the 3/16 Clevis pins shall be designated by the
and 1/4 in. nominal pin sizes and 0.020 in. for all following data, in the sequence shown:
larger pin sizes, and shall be square with the (a) product name (noun first);
axis of pin within 2 degrees. (b) nominal size (fraction or dec imal
equivalent) ;
2.4.3 Chamfer. The hole shall be chamfered (c) length (decimal);
or edges othelWise relieved at both ends to re- (d) material (case hardened, if required);
move all bUrrs and sharp edges. (e) protective finish , if required .

2.5 Material and Heat Treatment. Clevis EXAMPLES:

pins shall be made from low carbon steel unless
othelWise specified. Case hardened pins shall Pin, Clevis, 1/4 x 0.77, Steel , Zinc Plated
have a case depth of 0.010 toO.016 in. and shall
be resistant to a No. 58 file in accordance with Pin , Clevis , 0.375 x 1.06 , Steel, Case
SAE J864. Case hardened pins shall be marked Hardened

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PINS
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COTTER PINS
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1994
(R 2000)
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See IFI Notes, page L-30.

1. INTROOUCTORY NOTES 2.2 Length

1.1 Scope 2.2.1 Measurement. The length of pin , L, shall

be measured, parallel to the axis of pin, from
1.1.1 This standard covers the complete di- the plane of contact of a ring gage (see Fig. 1)
mensional and general data for cotter (split) pins with the head of pin to the end of prong or pin as
recognized as uAmerican National Standard,M depicted in illustrations for the respective point
The cotter pins specified are intended for use types . The ring gage shall have a hole of diam-
with clevis pins , page L-31 , and in pinned bolt eter equal to the specified recommended gage
and nut assemblies or other types of free-fitting hole diameter (see Table 1) within a tolerance of
pinned assemblies in general industrial applica- ± 0.001 in. The permissible break or rounding
tions. at the gaging edges of gaging holes shall not
exceed 0.005 in. Pin shall be inserted into the
1.1.2 The inclusion of dimensional data in this ring gage with finger pressure (force not to ex-
standard is not intended to imply that all of the ceed 8 oz.).
products described are stock production sizes.
Consumers are requested to consult with manu- ..--L---
facturers concerning availability of product.
r Recommended hole
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1.2 Dimensions

All dimensions in this standard are given

in inches, unless otherwise stated. Dimensions
and tolerances are in accordance with ASME Cotter ptn
Y14.5M.
0.005 Max permissible break or
1.3 Responsibility rounding al gaging edge

1.4 Inspection and Quality Assurance Fig. 1 Cotter Pin Length Gage

1.5 Terminology
Where pins having point types other than
(Identical to Paras. 1.3, 1.4 and 1.5 on those illustrated herein are gaged, the length, L,
page L-31 .) shall be measured from the plane of contact of
gage with head to the end of the shortest prong.
2. GENERAL DATA FOR COTIER PINS

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2.2.2 Tolerance on Length. The tolerance on
2.1 Heads length of cotter pins shall be as tabulated below:
2.1.1 Head Design. A degree of leeway shall
Nominal Pin Length Tolerance on Length
be permissible in the design of the head, pro-
vided, however, the specified minimum outside Up 10 1 in. ±. 0.03
1 in. and longer ±0.06
diameter is maintained as specified in Table 3.

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ASME B18.8.1
1994
(R 2000) [ COTTER PINS
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PINS

~ Plane of contact with gage

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(see Fig. 1)

EXTENDED PRONG HAMMER LOCK TYPE

SQUARE CUT TYPE

Table 1 Dimensions of Cotter Pins

A B C 0
Nominal Sile Extended Gage Hole
or Basic Pin
Total Sha nk WI", Head Prong Diameter
Diameter Width Diameter
Dia mete r Length ± 0.001
Max Min Max Mln Mln Min
1/32 0.031 0.032 0.028 0.032 0.022 0.06 0 .01 0.047
3164 0 .047 0.048 0.044 0.048 0.035 0.09 0 .02 0 .062
1/16 0.062 0.060 0.056 0.060 0.044 0.12 0.03 0.078
5164 0.078 0.076 0.072 0.076 0.057 0.16 0.04 0.094
3132 0.094 0.090 0.086 0.090 0.069 0.19 0.04 0.109
7164 0.109 0.104 0.100 0.104 0.080 0.22 0.05 0.125
118 0.125 0.120 0 .116 0.120 0.093 0.25 0.06 0.141
9164 0.141 0.134 0.130 0.134 0.104 0.28 0.06 0.156
5132 0.156 0.150 0.146 0.150 0 .116 0.31 0.07 0.172
3/16 0.188 0.176 0.172 0.176 0.137 0.38 0 .09 0 .203
7132 0.219 0.207 0.202 0.207 0. 161 0.44 0. 10 0.234
0.250 0.225 0.220 0.225 0.176 0.50 0. 11 0.266
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5/16 0 .312 0.280 0.275 0.280 0.220 0.62 0.14 0.312
318 0.375 0.335 0.329 0.335 0.263 0.75 0.16 0.375
7/16 0.438 0.406 0.400 0.406 0.320 0.88 0.20 0 .438
112 0 .500 0.473 0.467 0 .473 0.373 1.00 0.23 0.500
518 0.625 0.598 0.590 0.598 0.472 1.25 0.30 0 .625
314 0.750 0.723 0.715 0.723 0.572 1.50 0.36 0 .750
See Notes 1, 2 3
NOTES.

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(1) Where specifying nominal size in decimals, zeros precedin9 the decimal shall be omitted.
(2) 5/64 , 7/32 , and 3/4 not preferred for new design.
(3) Total shank diameter, A, dimension is two times wire thickness. A is measured at end of pin where no gap is
permitted.
(4) For additional requiremen ts, refer to General Data for Cotter Pins, page L-34.

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1994
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Table 2 Preferred Sizes and Lengths of Extended Prong Type Cotter Pins
Nominal Nominal Pin Size
Pin
l e ngth 1/32 3164 1116 3132 118 5/32 3/16 114 511. 318 112 518
112 XX XX XX XX XX
314 XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
1 XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
1-1/2 XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
2 XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
2-1/2 XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
3 XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
3-112 XX XX XX XX XX XX
4 XX XX XX XX XX XX
5 XX XX XX XX

• XX XX XX

Table 3 Preferred Sizes and Lengths of Hammer Lock Type Cotter Pins
Nominal Nominal Pin Size
Pin
Length 3164 1/16 3/32 7164 118 5/32 3/16 114 511. 318
112 XX XX XX XX XX
3/4 XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
1 XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
1-1/2 XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
2 XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
2-1/2 XX XX XX XX XX
3 XX XX XX XX XX
3-112 XX XX XX XX

I 4 XX XX XX XX

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1994
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COTTER PINS
J PINS
(R 2000)
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2.2.3 Preferred Lengths. Tables 2 and 3 de- upon itself once with no visible indication of frac-
pict the preferred sizes and lengths of pins that ture occurring at the point of bend.
are normally available. Other sizes and lengths
are produced , as required by the purchaser. 2.4.4 Wire Section. Cotter pins are manufac-
tured from approximately half-round wire and it
2.3 Prongs is desirable that the flat side of the wire have a
small degree of rounding at the edges rather than
2.3.1 Preferred Points. The preferred point sharp corners.
types shall be the extended prong - square cut
or hammer lock designs illustrated, as specified 2.5 Finish
by purchaser. Variations of the extended prong
design and other types of points are also avail- Unless otherwise specified by the pur-
able, subject to mutual agreement between the chaser, cotter pins shall be supplied with a plain
purchaser and manufacturer. (as processed) finish, not plated or coated. Other
finishes , where required, shall be subject to
2.3.2 Prong Alignment. The ends of pins agreement between the manufacturer and pur-
shall not be open and any gaps occurring be- chaser.
tween the prongs along the shank portion of pins
beyond the point shall not exceed 0.015 in. for 2.6 Workmanship
pins under 3/8 in. in diameter and 0.025 in. for
Cotter pins shall be free from excessive
pins 3/8 in. and over. The misalignment of
burrs , cracks, loose scale, sharp edges , and all
prongs over entire length of shank shall not stop
other defects affecting their serviceability.
pin from being inserted into the gaging hole.

2.4 Material and Test 2.7 Designation

Cotter pins shall be designated by the

2.4.1 Material. Low carbon steel. When so
following data, in sequence shown:
specified by purchaser, pins may also be made
(a) product name (noun first) ;
from ASTM A493, Types 302 (UNS S30200) and
(b) nominal size (fraction or decimal
304 (UNS S30400), corrosion resistant steel;
equivalent);
ASTM 8134, Alloy 260 (UNS C26000), cartridge
(c) pin length;
brass; Monel Alloy (UNS N04400) or other ma-
(d) poinl type;
terial as agreed upon between manufacturer and
(e) material and protective finish , if re-
purchaser.
quired.
2.4.2 Analysis. Chemical composition deter-
minations shall be made in accordance with
EXAMPLES: ..

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methods given in ASTM Standard E30 when P-in, Cotter, 1/8 x 1-1 /4 , Extended Prong
composition verification is specified. Type, Steel, Zinc Plated

2.4.3 Ductility. Each prong of the cotter pin Pin, Cotter, 0.250 x 1.50 , Hammer Lock
shall be capable of withstanding being bent back Type, Corrosion Resistant Steel
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