COILED SPRING PINS

Providing innovative solutions for

fastening and joining since 1948!

Starting with the invention of the Coiled Spring Pin, SPIROL stands apart from all other companies
in our industry. We are a technical resource that provides high quality components that improve
the quality of your assembly, extend the life of your products and reduce your manufacturing costs.

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What is a Coiled Pin?

SPIROL invented the Coiled Spring Pin in 1948. This engineered product was
specifically designed to address deficiencies associated with conventional methods
of fastening such as threaded fasteners, rivets and other types of pins subject to
lateral forces. Easily recognized by its unique 2 coil cross section, Coiled Pins are
retained by radial tension when installed into the host component, and they are the
only pins with uniform strength and flexibility after insertion.

Truly an engineered-fastener, the Coiled Pin is available in three duties to enable

the designer to choose the optimum combination of strength, flexibility and diameter to
suit different host materials and application requirements. The Coiled Pin distributes
static and dynamic loads equally throughout its cross section without a specific point
of stress concentration. Further, its flexibility and shear strength are unaffected by
the direction of the applied load, and therefore, the pin does not require orientation
in the hole during assembly to maximize performance.

In dynamic assemblies, impact loading and wear often lead to failure. Coiled Pins
are designed to remain flexible after installation and are an active component within
the assembly. The Coiled Pins ability to dampen shock/impact loads and vibration
prevents hole damage and ultimately prolongs the useful life of an assembly.

SPIROLs Coiled Pin was designed with assembly in mind. Compared to other pins,
their square ends, concentric chamfers and lower insertion forces make them ideal
for automated assembly systems. The features of the Coiled Spring Pin make it the
industry standard for applications where product quality and total manufacturing cost
are critical considerations.

This combination of features enables SPIROL Coiled Pins to improve the quality of your
assembly, extend the life of your product and reduce your total manufacturing costs.

SPIROLs extensive standard range affords the designer the opportunity to incorporate
a high performance pin that has low order minimums and off-the-shelf availability.

HEAVY STANDARD LIGHT

DUTY DUTY DUTY

Three Duties
Flexibility, strength, and diameter must be in the proper relationship to each other
and to the host material to maximize the unique features of SPIROLs Coiled Pin. A
pin too stiff for the applied load would not flex, causing damage to the hole. A pin too
flexible would be subject to premature fatigue. Essentially, balanced strength and
flexibility must be combined with a large enough pin diameter to withstand the applied
loads without damaging the hole. That is why SPIROL Coiled Pins are designed in
three duties; to provide a variety of combinations of strength, flexibility and diameter
to suit different host materials and applications.

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 What Differentiates Coiled Pins?

Prior to Installation
All Spring Pins have the common characteristic of a pin
diameter larger than the hole diameter into which the pin is
installed. Coiled Pins can be easily identified by the 21/4 coil
crosssection. The absence of a slot eliminates pin nesting
SPIROLCoiled Pin and interlocking.
prior to installation
Slotted Pin

Flexibility During Installation

Installation flexibility
When SPIROL Coiled Pins are installed, the compression
High stress starts at the outer edge and moves through the coils toward
area the center. SPIROL Coiled Pins spread compressive stress
over the entire pin and do not have stress point concentrations.

Comparatively, Slotted Pins compress by closing the slot, and

stress is concentrated 180 degrees opposite the slot. This
imbedded stress at installation, combined with the concentration
of stress during the assemblys life reduces the fatigue life of
the Slotted Pin potentially causing premature assembly failure.

Solid Pins are retained by compressing and deforming the host

material, not the pin. If the Solid Pin has knurls, the knurls cut
into the host material during installation. In all instances, the
Solid Pin must be harder than the host material or else the pin
will be deformed.

Flexibility under load

Flexibility Under Applied Loads

The SPIROL Coiled Pin continues to flex and coil toward the
center, absorbing shock and vibration, distributing the load
equally throughout the cross section. Due to the fact that the
material is able to coil over each other, load continues to be
absorbed by the pin under a wide variety of situations.

Slotted Pins cannot flex after the slot is closed and load stresses
are transferred to the assembly at this point rather than being
absorbed by the pin. This often results in hole damage.

The Solid Pins Similarly, due to their inflexibility, Solid Pins often damage the
rigidity elongates holes when used in dynamic loading applications. This leads
the hole. Slotted Pins
cannot flex when to premature failure. Additionally, using a softer Solid Pin
the slot is closed. material reduces host damage, but commensurately reduces
the pins strength.

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 Coiled Pin Economics

The primary elements affecting the total cost of the assembly are:
1) the cost of the individual components
2) the cost to assemble the individual components

To achieve optimal low cost designs, Design Engineers must consider not only the
product design, but the entire assembly process. While the fasteners are typically the
least expensive components within the assembly, they can have a profound impact
on the total cost of the mechanism if not chosen properly. Designers should consider
investing in a pin that improves the robustness of the overall product design, reduces
the preparation cost of the individual components and simplifies the assembly process
to ensure the overall cost of the assembly is minimized. Engineers should give early
consideration during the design stage to ensure that the individual components of
the assembly are designed appropriately for pin fastening. When total in-place and
assembled costs are considered, SPIROL Coiled Pins are the pin of choice.

Reduced Component Cost

SPIROL Coiled Pins can accommodate wide hole tolerances.
In most assemblies, Coiled Pins can be used in holes that have
TOTAL HOLE TOLERANCE

simply been drilled rather than prepared with an expensive

reaming, tapping, counterboring or staking operation. Stamped, COILED SPRING PINS
fine blanked, cast, sintered, or laminate assemblies are all
suitable hosts when using Coiled Pins. Controlled radial
tension coupled with the ability to absorb shock permits the
reduction of bulk and weight of components. In addition, lighter,
faster machining and less costly component materials may be PIN
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considered. This translates to lower total manufacturing costs D SPR
TTE
of the host components. SLO
SOLID GROOVED PINS

GROUND DOWEL PINS

Reduced Assembly Cost
DIAMETER

SPIROL Coiled Pins are the easiest type of pin to install. They Coiled Spring Pins absorb the widest hole tolerances.
can be installed simply with a hammer or by commercially
available press technology. After installation, they are self-retaining within the hole.
Consequently, the pin is installed in a single operation eliminating costly secondary
operations of multi-part components such as a nuts and bolts or clevis pin and retaining
rings, or multi-process products such as rivets or cotter pins. The Coiled Pin is also
conducive for automating so assembly and the associated labor time and costs are
minimized.

Reduced Installation Cost

SPIROL Coiled Pins have low uniform insertion pressure, square ends, smooth
chamfers and do not interlock. The benefit of these technical features is fast and
efficient installation with fewer rejects and less equipment down-time.

SPIROL maintains a library of application case studies for on-line review at www.SPIROL.com.
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 Unique Features

Only Coiled Pins utilize the coiled spring concept; a recognized superior pin design. This imparts to SPIROL
Coiled Pins unique features not found in other Spring Pins or Solid Pins. More than fasteners, SPIROL Coiled
Pins are also shock absorbing elements which are integral, active components of a total assembly. There are
other pinning methods, but when the total assemblys manufacturing cost, quality and useful life are important,
the pin of choice is the SPIROL Coiled Pin.

Absorbs Shock and Vibration Uniform Strength and Flexibility

The SPIROL Coiled Pin design represents broad design The shear strength and flexibility of SPIROLs Coiled Pin is
latitude in the control and development of pin flexibility. not affected by the direction of force. Compression causes
The engineered flexibility of SPIROL Coiled Pins provides the pin to coil from the outer edge inwardly towards the
for compression of the pin into the hole and for continued center. As the pressure is relieved, which happens in shock
flexibility after insertion. Without this flexibility, the total and vibration, the pin action reverses thereby maintaining
load applied to the pin would be transmitted to the hole a constant radial force. Application of an excessive load
wall without dampening the impact. Since the host material results in compression into a solid tube. Further loading
is normally softer than the pin, elongation or enlargement causes shear failure. In properly engineered applications,
of the hole would result. The fit between the hole and the this condition should not occur.
pin would become loose, increasing
the impact force and accelerating the
rate of hole damage. The inevitable
result would be premature failure of Equal Stress Distribution
the assembly. In properly engineered Inward motion
from compressionStresses imparted to the pin during
applications, the flexibility of SPIROL
Coiled Pins dampens shock and installation compression as well as
vibration, thus eliminating hole damage stresses resulting from applied loads are distributed
to all the components of the assembly equally throughout the pin's cross section. This concept
resulting in maximum product life. and uniform flexing and strength are related and inherent
Reverse motion features of the spiral design. Stress concentration results
when pressure is
relieved in a weak point where progressive shear failure starts and
premature fatigue occurs. SPIROL Coiled Pins have no
weak points.

Swaged Chamfers Square Ends

SPIROL Coiled Pins have a smooth, concentric lead-in SPIROL Coiled Pins have clean, square cut ends. This has
chamfer with a radius which blends into the diameter of a substantial impact on trouble-free automatic installation
the pin. There are no sharp angles or edges to bite into as the square ends enable the pin to align itself with the
the hole wall. The swaged chamfer provides maximum installation punch/quill to ensure the pin remains straight
compression leverage with minimum as it is inserted into the hole. The clean-
thrust resistance to ease insertion. The cut ends also impart a quality image to
chamfer concentricity assists in alignment the assembly.
of holes.

The smooth, concentric chamfer

combined with square, clean-cut ends
translates into trouble-free installation.
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 Other Advantages

Closer Diameter Tolerances Conforms to Hole

SPIROL Coiled Pins have a closer diameter tolerance The thin gauge material and the 2 coiled construction gives
than any other Spring Pin. At least 270 of the outer the pin a greater inherent ability to conform itself radially
circumference is within the specified and longitudinally to the hole wall.
tolerance range. The minimum diameter Comma Edge of Seam It can be used in out-of-round and
is not averaged, as is the case with Area tapered holes without negatively
other Spring Pins. The edge of the affecting its performance. SPIROL
seam is designed to be tucked below Coiled Pins develop a mean radial
the hole diameter to prevent the edge pressure without excessive high
from contacting the host. These factors points which would result in hole
combine to make SPIROL Coiled damage upon insertion or under
Pins ideal for hinge, axle, and dowel loading. Other types of Spring
applications. Pins typically have three points
of contact between the pin and
the hole which results in focused
Lower Insertion Pressure The edge of the seam is designed to be tucked stress over a limited contact
Radial Tension down and away from the hole diameter. surface area. On the contrary,
Standard and light duty SPIROL Coiled Pins require less SPIROL Coiled Pins maximize contact between the pin and
pressure to insert than other Spring Pins. In addition, these the hole resulting in better load distribution and reduced
pins exert less radial tension, an important factor where possibility of hole damage.
holes are in thin sections or close to an edge. It is also
important when using soft, weak or brittle materials such Wider Range of Duties, Diameters and
as aluminum or plastic. The benefit is lower component
damage and fewer rejects. An added benefit to lower Materials
insertion force is insertion machinery can use smaller SPIROL Coiled Pins are offered in more duties, materials
cylinders, and if manually installed, the assembler is less and smaller diameters than other Spring Pins. The Coiled
subject to fatigue or repetitive motion syndrome. Pin is available in three duties so that the pin may be
tailored to the host material and application requirements.
Wider Hole Tolerance Range A wide variety of standard materials and finishes provide
the necessary strength, corrosion resistance, fatigue life,
SPIROL Coiled Pins can be installed in holes with a wide and appearance to suit any need. The superior spring
diameter tolerance. Holes can be drilled according to design also permits the use of non-heat treatable materials,
normal shop practices, drills can be used longer, and such as austenitic stainless steel, while continuing to
the feed rate of the drills can be maximized. Drilling maintain spring characteristics.
can be eliminated completely by utilizing molded, cast,
and stamped holes. No secondary hole preparation is Automatic Feeding
necessary to be able to use a Coiled Pin.
The square ends and the
Straightness absence of slots have
a substantial impact on
Although the straightness specifications are technically troublefree automatic
the same, carbon steel Coiled Pins of longer length in feeding. Of most importance
relationship to diameter are straighter than roll-formed is the absence of a slot
Slotted Pins. The stresses imparted during the heat which eliminates pin nesting
treating process distort long Slotted Pins into a "banana and interlockinga major
shape" caused by the material stretching at the slot and problem in automation. Example of interlocked Slotted Pins.
contracting 180 opposite the slot. Straightness is important
in numerous applications and for trouble-free insertion. Reusable
When driven from a hole, the SPIROL Coiled Pin expands
towards its original diameter. The same pin may be reused
in the same hole.
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 Balance of Strength and
Flexibility

SPIROL Coiled Spring Pins are often used in applications pin is flexible enough to prevent any damage to the hole.
traditionally assembled with Solid Pins. There is a The net result is the prolonged useful life of the assembly.
common misconception that Solid Pins are always This is not possible with Solid Pins due to their rigidity.
stronger than Coiled Pins. The fact is, the majority of
the applications use low carbon steel Solid Pins and for LOW CARBON HIGH CARBON
STEEL STEEL COILED % STRONGER
those that use Coiled Pins, the most common is a heat PIN GROOVED PINS PINS THAN SOLID
treated high carbon steel, standard duty Coiled Pin. DIAMETER
PINS
DOUBLE SHEAR
When comparing the strength of low carbon steel Solid STRENGTH IN kN
Pins to the strength of high carbon steel, standard duty 1.5 1.2 1.45 +20.8
Coiled Pins, the Coiled Pins are stronger due to the fact 2 2.2 2.5 +13.6
that the material is heat treated. Heat treating imparts 2.5 3.5 3.9 +11.4
strength and flexibility to the Coiled Pin, and results in the 3 5 5.5 +10.0
Coiled Pin being over 15% (on average) stronger than 4 8.8 9.6 +9.1
Solid Pins (Table 1). 5 13.8 15 +8.7
6 19.9 22 +10.5
One of the primary advantages of a Coiled Pin over a Solid 8 31.2 39 +25.0
Pin is that a Coiled Pin can be tailored to the application 10 48.7 62 +27.3
to balance its strength and flexibility. Proper designs will 12 70.2 89 +26.8
ensure that the Coiled Pin is strong enough to resist the
forces generated during use of the assembly, and that the Table 1: Strength of standard duty Coiled Pins compared to Solid Pins

What is shear strength?

In short, the shear strength of a pin is determined by the Per ISO 8749 The shear test is performed in a fixture
maximum amount of force the pin can withstand before it in which the pin support members and the member for
breaks when the force is applied perpendicular to the axis applying the load have holes with diameters conforming
of the pin. Pins can be sheared in multiple planes, for to the nominal pin size and a hardness of not less than
example, a pin that breaks in single shear would result in 700 HV. (A typical fixture is shown below.) The clearance
two separate pieces of the pin, whereas a pin that breaks between the supporting member and the load member
in double shear would result in three separate pieces of shall not exceed 0.15mm (.005). The shear planes shall
the pin. be at least one pin diameter away from each end and at
least two diameters apart. Pins too short to be tested
by double shear shall be tested by shearing two pins
simultaneously in single shear. Pins shall be tested to
fracture. The maximum load applied to the pin coincident
with or prior to pin fracture shall be regarded as the double
shear strength of the pin. Pins tested for shear strength
shall show a ductile shear without longitudinal cracks. The
speed of testing shall not exceed 12mm/min. (.5/min.).
Load

Single shear Hardened shear

block
Double shear
The shear values listed on pages 14-19 will only be
obtained when tested in accordance with the applicable
ASME or ISO procedures noted on each page. If the Pin
application conditions differ, strength compensations
must be made and actual tests should be performed to
verify design.
Hardened
While there are subtle differences between the shear support block
specifications, there are many overlapping elements.
Shear test performed in a fixture per ISO 8749
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 Design Guidelines

Technical Data Shear Strength and Dynamic Considerations

SPIROL Coiled Pins are designed to withstand shock Independent studies 1 have resulted in the following
and rapidly changing oscillating or intermittent dynamic findings:
forces. Dynamic forces should be calculated in accordance
with accepted engineering principles, and a pin should Unlike static shear, where fracture always occurs in
be selected with a static shear strength which exceeds the shear plane, in dynamic failure of Coiled Spring
the calculated dynamic forces. Whenever it is impossible Pins, the fracture occurs some distance from the shear
to calculate the theoretical dynamic forces, it becomes plane. This testifies to the pins flexibility. In addition,
necessary to determine the static load to which the joint is the fracture in Coiled Pins progresses helically from the
to be subjected. Depending on the severity of the shock outer coil so the pin continues to function after initial
and vibration, an adequate safety factor must be applied. fracture.
Minor dynamic forces can usually be disregarded.
Dynamic endurance decreases as the length of a
Spring Pin increases in relation to the diameter. This
Due to the many factors which are involved in a dynamic
decrease is less for SPIROL Coiled Pins than for other
situation, it is impossible to precisely define test conditions
Spring Pins.
which would provide data that could readily be applied
to an actual application. Therefore, for all new designs, In all tests, Coiled Pins outlasted Slotted Pins. In some
SPIROL recommends that life cycle testing of the actual instances where other pins failed at less than 100,000
assembly be conducted under simulated real world cycles, properly designed Coiled Pins had an infinite
conditions to ensure the pin meets the desired performance endurance life at the same load (as shown below).
requirements. The simulation should not be accelerated
to the extent that a new dynamic situation is created. A 200 kg
properly performing pin will eventually fail without damaging
the hole, but only after the design life of the assembly has
Test results displaying
been achieved. 150 Coiled Pins
outperforming
Dynamic failure does not occur in the shear plane. It is Slotted Pins.
FORCE

not a straight cut, but rather a helical failure. As a result, 100

the pin may continue to function even after failure and be At 150 kg, the Slotted
Pin failed at 75k
discovered only during disassembly. cycles, whereas the
50 Coiled Pin achieved
infinite cycles.1

0 1.5 3 4.5 6-105

CYCLES

Choosing the Proper Pin Diameter and Duty

It is important to start with the load to which the pin will Heavy duty pins should be used in hardened materials
be subjected. Then evaluate the material of the host to where space or design limitations rule out a larger
determine the duty of the Coiled Pin. The pin diameter to diameter standard duty pin.
transmit this load in the proper duty can then be determined
from the shear strength tables (on pages 14-19) taking into Light duty pins are recommended for soft, brittle or
consideration these further guidelines: thin materials and where holes are close to an edge.
In situations not subjected to significant loads, light
Wherever space permits, use standard duty pins. duty pins are often used because of easy installation
This pin has the optimum combination of strength resulting from lower insertion force.
and flexibility for use in nonferrous and mild steel
components. It is also recommended in hardened
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ASME Paper No. 58-SA-23 by Dr. M.J. Schilhasl
components because of its greater shock absorbing
Konstruction 1960, Issue 1: Pages 5-13; Issue 2: Pages 83-85
qualities. both by Prof. Dr.Ing K. Lrenbaum
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 Design Guidelines

Locating and Alignment Design

To achieve optimal alignment when using Coiled Pins, two Clearance fit for course alignment and ease of
primary design elements must be adhered to: assembly:
1) The hole diameters in the host and mating If a clearance fit over the pin is desired for ease of
component must be correctly sized to achieve the assembly, it will be necessary to compensate for spring
desired interference and accuracy of alignment. recovery at the pins free end. To determine the maximum
2) In all applications, the engagement length of the diameter of the free end of the pin, install the pin to 60% of
Coiled Pin in the component providing primary the pins length into the maximum hole size of the primary
retention must be no less than 60% of the pins retention host and measure the exposed diameter. A
overall length. The remaining protruding length will 0.025mm (.001) to 0.05mm (.002) clearance factor should
align with the mating component. Increasing the be added to the free end of the pin depending upon desired
initial length of engagement is recommended in thru- alignment accuracy.
hole applications; however, the Coiled Pin still has
to protrude in order to align the mating component.

Interference fit for maximum alignment accuracy: 12mm

Coiled Pins are functional springs that conform to the +0.06 +mfg tolerance
holes into which they are installed. The assembly force to 4.06 -0.06 4.17 -0.00
achieve maximum accuracy in alignment should not exceed
a light press to seat mating components. Depending
upon Coiled Pin duty, quantity of alignment pins, and host
material, this may be as little as a tap with the palm of a Recommended hole size for clearance fit with CLDP 4 x 20 LBK
hand or a mallet. An interference fit must not be confused
with that of a traditional Solid Dowel which typically requires
seating with pneumatic or hydraulic presses. This is a When used as a free fit alignment dowel, assembly force
primary benefit of the Coiled Pin. is not a consideration; although it is important to note that
consideration should be given to using the Coiled Pin as
To ensure a light press fit, ideally, the hole size in both the an interference fit solution. As outlined above, Coiled Pins
host and mating components should be precision matched provide the benefit of a zero clearance fit without the added
within the recommended tolerance range. This may not be complexity of high insertion force.
practical if holes are not drilled together as an assembly.
y
In situations where holes cannot be precision matched or
where the cost of honing/reaming is prohibitive, a significant y
benefit of the Coiled Pin is its ability to compensate for
larger hole tolerances. The recommended tolerance range
may be divided between components as demonstrated
below. (Note: Utilizing less of the allowable manufacturing tolerance < 60%
Minimum

will further improve the fit and alignment of the assembly.)

60%

12mm A
+0.06 +0.00
4.06 -0.00 4.06 -0.06
y>A yA

This diagram demonstrates proper installation depth. When a Coiled Pin is

installed less than 60% of its overall length two conditions may occur:
Recommended hole size and pin depth for CLDP 4 x 20 LBK (y) or the free end diameter will not be properly controlled creating
inconsistent fit when parts are mated downstream in the production
Assigning the larger tolerance to the 60% retention location process.
The pin may not maintain position in the component in which it is intended
ensures interference between the free end of the pin and
to be retained during future disassembly. This is of greatest importance
the opposing hole that is prepared at the lower half of
when multiple alignment pins are utilized between components.
the tolerance. Where there is interference there is no
clearance, thus ensuring proper projection of the primary
hole's position.
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 Design Guidelines

Shaft Design
One of the primary benefits of using a Coiled Pin to affix Shaft and Hub The diameter of the holes through
a collar or hub to a shaft is the Coiled Pins ability to both the shaft and hub should be precision matched to
prevent hole damage. There are a few design guidelines eliminate any movement of the pin within the holes. It is
that must be adhered to in order to achieve the maximum recommended that the difference between the holes not
strength of the pinned system and prevent damage to the exceed 0.05mm (.002). Otherwise, the pin will be subject
shaft and/or hub: to dynamic loading where a very small change in velocity
Min. Hub Wall Thickness = could equate to an enormous change in force on the
Shaft The hole in a shaft 1.5 x Pin Diameter assembly. Care should be taken to ensure that the
should not exceed 1/3 of the holes are drilled through the center of the shaft and
shaft diameter. For mild steel the hub.
and nonferrous shafts, standard
duty pins are recommended. The outer diameter (OD)
The extra strength of a heavy of the shaft and the inner
duty pin is only beneficial if diameter (ID) of the hub
the hole is less than 1/4 the should be designed such
diameter of the shaft or if the that the distance between the
shaft is hardened. Hole Diameter = shear planes (OD - ID) does
Max. 1/3 Shaft not exceed 0.13mm (.005).
Hub SPIROL recommends that the hub be designed In addition, countersinks,
with a minimum wall thickness of 1.5 times the diameter particularly on the hole in
of the pin. Otherwise, the strength of the hub will not the shaft, are not recommended. Otherwise, the pin will
match the shear strength of the pin. As the wall thickness be placed in bending and the maximum strength of the
of the hub increases, so does the area of material around pinned system will not be achieved. This could lead to
the pin to absorb the load. premature failure of the assembly.

Hole Design

It is important to note that the recommended between the countersink and entrance to the
hole sizes (on pages 14-19) may not be true for hole. Furthermore, countersinks increase the
all applications. There are many applications distance between the shear planes which can
that require a different hole size to ensure put the pin in bending and thus reduce its
the proper function of the assembly. For this strength (as shown at left). Cast or sintered holes
reason, it is recommended that SPIROL be should be provided with a slight lead-in radius.
consulted on new designs.
In punched or pierced holes, it is recommended
Even though the Coiled Pin absorbs wide that pins be inserted in the same direction as
hole tolerances, holding tighter tolerances, the punch to prevent any residual burr from
particularly in some applications such as impacting the pin during installation.
friction fit hinges, precision alignment and
shaft and gear assemblies will result in better A countersink increases the Permissible Hole Misalignment Coiled
performance. distance between the shear Pins are capable of compensating for minor
planes. This can put the pin in misalignment as they are manufactured
In all cases, care must be taken to have bending and thus reduce the with a generous lead-in chamfer. In order
enough material around the pin to prevent strength of the pin. to determine the maximum misalignment
bulging and deformation of the host material. In most between mating holes into which the Coiled Pin is installed,
applications, the applied loads will far exceed the hoop use the following calculation:
stresses exerted by the Coiled Pin. Never specify a non- MPHM = (H-B) where;
heat-treated Coiled Pin for use in a hardened hole.
MPHM = Maximum Permissible Hole Misalignment
In the case of hardened host materials with drilled holes, H = Minimum hole diameter of the second hole through which the pin will
the edges of the hole should be deburred. A countersink be inserted
does not eliminate the sharp edge of a hardened hole, B = Chamfer diameter (assume this to be equal the B Max dimension
listed on pages 14-19)
and rather displaces the sharp edge to the transition
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 Design Guidelines

Hinge Design

There are two primary types of hinges: To design a free fit hinge, first establish the maximum
hole size in the retaining component (tight fit). Insert the
1) A free fit hinge has little to no friction or drag when Coiled Pin into the retaining component and measure
the latch or handle is rotated. Hinge components the free diameter of the pin at the center of the span.
are free to rotate independent of one another. Add a factor to provide some clearance for the rotating
member, usually 0.02mm (.001) to establish the
2) A friction fit hinge requires interference to prevent minimum diameter of the free hole. Then add the required
free rotation of components relative to one another. production tolerance to assign the maximum diameter of
Depending on design intent, resistance can vary the free hole.
from a slight drag to a value sufficient to maintain
the fixed position of components anywhere in their If the tight fit is on Span Span
full range of rotation. the inside member Length Length
of the assembly, as
Coiled Spring Pins are the pin is installed
particularly well suited for PAWL there becomes
use in both friction and a sized and an Unsized End Sized End
free fit hinges. To achieve unsized end of
optimum long-term hinge the pin. The end HANDLE
performance designers of the pin that has
should observe some not been inserted
HANDLE Pin Inserted
basic design guidelines. through the hole In This Direction
Regardless which pin type will be larger than
is used, the gap between Minimize Gap
the end that has been sized by the hole. Therefore,
hinged components should measure the diameter of the unsized end to determine
be minimized to reduce clearance and avoid bending of the minimum diameter of the free hole in the outside
the pin. members.

FREE FIT HINGE FRICTION FIT HINGE

If a free fit hinge is desired, the Coiled Pins pre-installed To achieve a friction fit hinge, the Coiled Pin must
diameter is of negligible importance as pin diameter is create radial tension in all hinge components. Maximum
determined by the retaining, or smallest hole(s). Coiled friction will be obtained when all holes are precision
Pins are functional springs and recovery & retention in matched. Deviation in hole sizes from one component to
free fit locations must be considered. The amount of another will result in the reduction of hinge friction within
recovery/retention is dependant upon the diameter of the assembly. If the manufacturer is unable to maintain
the tight (retaining) hole(s) and the free span of the pin. the same hole size within each component, the tolerance
Free span would be defined as the distance a pin passes should be split between the components. It is most
through a free fit component. As free span increases, the common to assign the smaller half of the tolerance to the
pin diameter will also increase as it recovers a portion outside holes and larger half to the inside hole.
of its pre-installed diameter.
PAWL The Coiled Pin simplifies design as there is no need
It is recommended for better to incorporate misalignment between holes to achieve
load distribution and closer friction, as is the case with rigid Solid Pins. Coiled Pins
tolerance hinges that the perform best when installed in straight, properly aligned
tight fit of the Coiled Pin holes. The Coiled Pins spring characteristics can be
be in the outer members used to achieve exceptional performance and maintain
of the hinge. The minimum Span desired fit and function throughout the life of the product.
thickness of the outer Length
members should be equal Although this article offers general design guidelines, it is
to the diameter of the pin. If the thickness of the outer recommended that SPIROL be consulted to ensure the
members are less than the diameter of the pin, then the optimum hinge design is employed for each application.
10 tight fit should be in the inside hole.
 Standard Coiled Pin Materials

Carbon and Alloy Steels Stainless Steels

Carbon and alloy steels are the most cost effective and In applications where extended corrosion protection is
versatile materials available for use in Coiled Pins. These required, stainless steel Coiled Pins are available. There
materials are readily available, easy to process, and have are two basic classifications of stainless steel used for
very uniform and predictable performance characteristics. manufacturing Coiled Pins; austenitic stainless and
The most noticeable limitation to these materials is martensitic stainless.
corrosion protection. In most applications, the normal rust
preventative oil is adequate for corrosion protection. In Austenitic (Nickel) Stainless Steel (D)
cases where extra protection is necessary, the benefits of Austenitic stainless steel provides the best corrosion
coatings and stainless steel must be evaluated. protection against normal environmental conditions in
both oxygenating and non-oxygenating atmospheres.
High Carbon Steel (B) It withstands fresh water and atmospheric marine
High carbon steel is one of the most versatile materials conditions very well, and is suitable for many other
available. It provides very good shear strength and industrial conditions including acidic environments.
fatigue life suitable for most applications. This material However, this material is not heat treated and therefore
is readily available, and is the most economical of it is not as strong as the high carbon, alloy, and
all standard Coiled Pin materials in the absence of chrome stainless steels, and does not have the fatigue
any plating or coating. The recommended service resistance of those materials. Austenitic stainless steel
temperatures for high carbon steel Coiled Pins are Coiled Pins are not recommended for high shock
between -45C (-50F) and 150C (300F). High and vibration applications, and they should never be
carbon Coiled Pins are heat treated and have a dry to installed into hardened holes. Austenitic stainless steel
the touch rust preventative. Additional coatings and Coiled Pins can be used in temperatures as low as
finishes can be applied to carbon steel to improve -185C (-300F) and as high as 400C (750F).
corrosion resistance, however for some applications,
it may be more appropriate and cost beneficial to Martensitic (Chrome) Stainless Steel (C)
specify stainless steel when a high level of corrosion Martensitic stainless steel provides both good
resistance is required. corrosion resistance and excellent strength and
fatigue properties. Martensitic stainless steel is
Alloy Steel (W) not as corrosion resistant as austenitic stainless in
or Coiled Pins 16mm (5/8) and larger, alloy steel
F non-oxygenating atmospheres, but it withstands
is the standard material. This chrome vanadium alloy the most common atmospheric and environmental
provides the same shear strength as high carbon steel, conditions in the presence of free oxygen. The service
and has the same recommended service temperatures temperatures for martensitic stainless steel Coiled Pins
of -45C (-50F) to 150C (300F). Alloy steel Coiled should be restricted to a minimum of -45C (-50F) and
Pins are also heat treated, and have a dry to the touch a maximum of 260C (500F). Martensitic stainless
rust preventative applied as standard. steel Coiled Pins are hardened and stress relieved per
exacting standards, and are supplied with a dry to the
touch rust preventative as standard.

STANDARD MATERIALS
HARDNESS,
TYPE GRADE
VICKERS
High Carbon Steel UNS G10700 / G10740 HV 420 545
C67S (1.1231) / C75S (1.1248)
Alloy Steel UNS G61500 HV 420 545 Other material types are
51CrV4 (1.1859) available depending on the
Stainless Steel, Austenitic UNS S30200 / S30400 Work Hardened
application requirements.
(Nickel) 18-8 (1.4310)
SPIROL has extensive
experience with special
Stainless Steel, Martensitic UNS S42000 HV 460 560 materials required for unique
(Chrome) X30Cr13 (1.4028)
circumstances.
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 Coiled Pin Finishes

Protective finishes are generally used to improve the corrosion resistance of the base metal. There are many
different coating types, such as electroplating, chemical conversion, immersion, and mechanical applications.
Each of these processes has limitations when applied to Coiled Pins, and depending on the application there may
be other concerns. SPIROL has extensive experience in recommending and selecting the right combination of
material and finish for a variety of applications.

STANDARD FINISHES AVAILABLE TO ORDER

Plain, Oiled (K) Zinc Phosphate (R)

This finish is a thin coating of dry-to-the touch oil that This zinc phosphate finish has a minimum coating weight
provides corrosion resistance during storage and of 11 g/m2, and is used to provide a good surface on
shipping. The lubrication reduces the coefficient of carbon steel for subsequent operations such as painting or
friction between the coils to facilitate insertion. Since this oiling. On its own, zinc phosphate provides no corrosion
lubricating oil is suspended in a carrier which evaporates protection. A dry-to-the-touch lubricating oil is added to
over time, the pins are dry-to-the-touch and conducive phosphate coated pins to provide corrosion resistance
for automatic feeding and assembly. during storage and shipping. This coating is mostly used for
legacy applications, particularly in the firearms and military
industries, and is rarely specified on new applications.
Electroplated Zinc (T)
This finish consists of a minimum of 5m (.0002) thick For military applications, a different protective oil is applied to
electrodeposited zinc with a clear trivalent passivation the zinc phosphate than that used for commercial products.
topcoat. Zinc plate is primarily used for cosmetic purposes The more viscous oil is not suitable for automatic feeding.
as this finish yields a bright, silvery appearance on the
outside surfaces of the pin. Zinc plating is also commonly
used to prevent galvanic corrosion. If atmospheric Passivated (P)
corrosion protection is required, a stainless steel pin hile stainless steel pins are normally provided with a plain
W
should be considered. While hydrogen embrittlement finish, passivation is available to meet application specific
relief measures are taken during production, designers requirements. Passivation of Coiled Pins is a process
should consider the risk associated with hydrogen whereby surface contaminates such as embedded tool
embrittlement before specifying this finish. steel and other free iron particles are removed. The sole
purpose of passivation is to remove embedded iron; not to
clean the part. SPIROL primarily uses carbide tooling that
minimizes the occurrence of imbedded iron particulate,
thereby often rendering the passivation process non-
value added. In addition, many applications simply do not
require passivation. Examples of critical applications where
passivation is appropriate are medical devices, components
used in the food or drug industry, fuel system applications,
and any application requiring a clean environment.
Available only for stainless steel.

Oil Free (F)

Oil free pins undergo a special cleaning process to remove
oil residues from the parts. This finish option is typically
recommended for pins used in plastics that are incompatible
with hydrocarbon based oils and thus susceptible to
environmental stress corrosion cracking, as well as for
medical or food processing applications.
Available only for stainless steel.

Additional special finishes are available upon request.

12
 Standard Coiled Spring Pins
Specifications and Technical Data

PIN DUTIES MATERIAL FINISHES

M Standard B High Carbon Steel K Plain, Oiled
H Heavy C Chrome Stainless Steel T Electroplated Zinc
L Light D Nickel Stainless Steel
W Alloy Steel

Identification Code
Coiled Pin 8mm diameter x 32mm length standard duty/carbon steel/plain finish

CLDP 8 x 32 M B K
Third letter specifies finish
Second letter specifies material
First letter specifies duty of pin
Second figure specifies length
First figure specifies nominal diameter
Prefix specifies pin type

How to Measure the Diameter of a Coiled Spring Pin

The outside diameter of a Coiled Pin is to be measured with a micrometer
from the seam (0 point) through the 90 point. Diameter is to be measured a
minimum of one pin diameter in length from the end of the pin.

COILED PIN CROSS SECTION

MINIMUM LENGTH IS SEAM
(1) PIN DIAMETER
45
B

90

MEASURE
PIN O.D.
BETWEEN
POINTS

NOTES
Standard specifications apply except where otherwise specified.
All dimensions apply prior to plating.
Electroplated zinc is not available for pins greater than or equal to 8mm and .312" nominal diameter.
The standard finish for stainless steel pins is plain. Passivated pins are available at an additional cost.
Special sizes, duties, materials and finishes, including oil-free pins, are available upon request.
13
 Standard Duty Coiled Pins Inch
ASME B18.8.2
L D

B D

SWAGED CHAMFER BOTH ENDS

NOMINAL .031 .039 .047 .052 .062 .078 .094 .109 .125 .156 .187 .219 .250 .312 .375 .437 .500 .625 .750
DIAMETER 1/32 3/64 1/16 5/64 3/32 7/64 1/8 5/32 3/16 7/32 1/4 5/16 3/8 7/16 1/2 5/8 3/4
MAX. .035 .044 .052 .057 .072 .088 .105 .120 .138 .171 .205 .238 .271 .337 .403 .469 .535 .661 .787
DIAMETER D
MIN. .033 .041 .049 .054 .067 .083 .099 .114 .131 .163 .196 .228 .260 .324 .388 .452 .516 .642 .768
B DIA. MAX. .029 .037 .045 .050 .059 .075 .091 .106 .121 .152 .182 .214 .243 .304 .366 .427 .488 .613 .738
CHAMFER
C LENGTH REF. .024 .024 .024 .024 .028 .032 .038 .038 .044 .048 .055 .065 .065 .080 .095 .095 .110 .125 .150
RECOMMENDED MAX. .032 .040 .048 .053 .065 .081 .097 .112 .129 .160 .192 .224 .256 .319 .383 .446 .510 .635 .760
HOLE SIZE MIN. .031 .039 .047 .052 .062 .078 .094 .109 .125 .156 .187 .219 .250 .312 .375 .437 .500 .625 .750

Note: All dimensions apply prior to plating.

MINIMUM DOUBLE SHEAR STRENGTH LBS.

NOMINAL .031 .039 .047 .052 .062 .078 .094 .109 .125 .156 .187 .219 .250 .312 .375 .437 .500 .625 .750
DIAMETER 1/32 3/64 1/16 5/64 3/32 7/64 1/8 5/32 3/16 7/32 1/4 5/16 3/8 7/16 1/2 5/8 3/4
CARBON
ALLOY STEEL 90 135 190 250 330 550 775 1,050 1,400 2,200 3,150 4,200 5,500 8,700 12,600 17,000 22,500 35,000 50,000
CHROME STAINLESS
NICKEL STAINLESS 65 100 145 190 265 425 600 825 1,100 1,700 2,400 3,300 4,300 6,700 9,600 13,300 17,500

Note: Shear tests performed in accordance with ASME B18.8.2.

STANDARD LENGTHS
NOMINAL .031 .039 .047 .052 .062 .078 .094 .109 .125 .156 .187 .219 .250 .312 .375 .437 .500 .625 .750
DIAMETER 1/32 3/64 1/16 5/64 3/32 7/64 1/8 5/32 3/16 7/32 1/4 5/16 3/8 7/16 1/2 5/8 3/4
.125 1/8
* *
.187 3/16
* * * Interchangeable
.250 1/4
* * * * Inch and mm Pins
.312 5/16
* * * * * Inch mm
.375 3/8
* * * * * * Diameter Diameter
.437 7/16
* * * * * * * .031 1/32 0.8
.500 1/2
* * * * * * * .039
.047 3/64
1.0
1.2
.562 9/16
* * * * * * .078 5/64 2.0
.625
.688
5/8
11/16 * * * * * * .156 5/32
.312 5/16
4.0
8.0
.750
.813
3/4
13/16 * * * * * * .625 5/8 16.0

.875
.938
7/8
15/16 * * * * *
LENGTH

1.000
1.125
1
1-1/8 * * * * * *
1.250
1.375
1-1/4
1-3/8 * * * * * *
1.500
1.625
1-1/2
1-5/8 Nominal Pin Length Length Tolerance
* * * * * *
1.750
1.875
1-3/4
1-7/8


Nominal Pin Size
L 2.000
1/32 - 3/8
0.010
1/2 - 3/4
0.025
* * * * * *
2.000 2 2.000 < L 3.000 0.015 0.025
* * * * * * *
2.250 2-1/4 3.000 < L 0.025 0.025
* * * * *
2.500 2-1/2 Nominal Pin Straightness Gage Length
* * * * * *
2.750 2-3/4 Pin Length Tolerance1 0.005
* * * * *
3.000 3 L 1.000 .007 1.000
* * * * *
3.250 3-1/4 1.000 < L 2.000 .010 2.000
* * * *
* * * *
3.500 3-1/2 2.000 < L .013 3.000
3.750 3-3/4
* * *
4.000 4
* * *
Only available in stainless steel Available in high carbon and stainless steels Only available in alloy steel

* Generally stocked size

1
Pin must fall through a hole gauge in length equal to the next one-inch increment over the pin length with a hole equal to the maximum
specified pin diameter plus the straightness tolerance by its own weight.

14
Special sizes, duties, materials and finishes, including oil-free pins, are available upon request.
 Heavy Duty Coiled Pins Inch
ASME B18.8.2
L D

B D

SWAGED CHAMFER BOTH ENDS

NOMINAL .062 .078 .094 .109 .125 .156 .187 .219 .250 .312 .375 .437 .500 .625 .750
DIAMETER 1/16 5/64 3/32 7/64 1/8 5/32 3/16 7/32 1/4 5/16 3/8 7/16 1/2 5/8 3/4
MAX. .070 .086 .103 .118 .136 .168 .202 .235 .268 .334 .400 .466 .532 .658 .784
DIAMETER D
MIN. .066 .082 .098 .113 .130 .161 .194 .226 .258 .322 .386 .450 .514 .640 .766
B DIA. MAX. .059 .075 .091 .106 .121 .152 .182 .214 .243 .304 .366 .427 .488 .613 .738
CHAMFER
C LENGTH REF. .028 .032 .038 .038 .044 .048 .055 .065 .065 .080 .095 .095 .110 .125 .150
RECOMMENDED MAX. .065 .081 .097 .112 .129 .160 .192 .224 .256 .319 .383 .446 .510 .635 .760
HOLE SIZE MIN. .062 .078 .094 .109 .125 .156 .187 .219 .250 .312 .375 .437 .500 .625 .750
Note: All dimensions apply prior to plating.

MINIMUM DOUBLE SHEAR STRENGTH LBS.

NOMINAL .062 .078 .094 .109 .125 .156 .187 .219 .250 .312 .375 .437 .500 .625 .750
DIAMETER 1/16 5/64 3/32 7/64 1/8 5/32 3/16 7/32 1/4 5/16 3/8 7/16 1/2 5/8 3/4
CARBON
475 800 1,150 1,500 2,000 3,100 4,500 5,900 7,800 12,000 18,000 23,500 32,000 48,000 70,000
CHROME STAINLESS
NICKEL STAINLESS 360 575 825 1,150 1,700 2,400 3,500 4,600 6,200 9,300 14,000 18,000 25,000

Note: Shear tests performed in accordance with ASME B18.8.2.

STANDARD LENGTHS
NOMINAL .062 .078 .094 .109 .125 .156 .187 .219 .250 .312 .375 .437 .500 .625 .750
DIAMETER 1/16 5/64 3/32 7/64 1/8 5/32 3/16 7/32 1/4 5/16 3/8 7/16 1/2 5/8 3/4
.187 3/16
* * Nominal Pin Length Length Tolerance
.250 1/4
* * * Nominal Pin Size 1/16 - 3/8 1/2
.312 5/16
* * * * L 2.000 0.010 0.025
.375 3/8
* * * * 2.000 < L 3.000 0.015 0.025
.437 7/16
* * * * * 3.000 < L 0.025 0.025
.500 1/2
* * * * * * Nominal Pin Straightness Gage Length
.562 9/16
* * * * * * Pin Length Tolerance1 0.005
.625
.688
5/8
11/16
* * * * * * * L 1.000
1.000 < L 2.000
.007
.010
1.000
2.000
.750
.813
3/4
13/16
* * * * * * 2.000 < L .013 3.000

.875
.938
7/8
15/16
* * * * * *
LENGTH

1.000
1.125
1
1-1/8
* * * * * * *
1.250
1.375
1-1/4
1-3/8
* * * * * * *
1.500
1.625
1-1/2
1-5/8
* * * * * *
1.750
1.875
1-3/4
1-7/8
* * * * * *
2.000 2 Interchangeable
* * * * * *
2.250 2-1/4 Inch and mm Pins
* * * *
2.500 2-1/2 Inch
Diameter
mm
Diameter * * * *
2.750 2-3/4
.078 5/64 2.0 * * *
3.000 3 .156 5/32 4.0 * * *
3.250 3-1/4 .312 5/16 8.0 * *
3.500 3-1/2 .625 5/8 16.0
* *
3.750 3-3/4
*
4.000 4
*
Available in high carbon and stainless steels

* Generally stocked size

1
Pin must fall through a hole gauge in length equal to the next one-inch increment over the pin length with a hole equal to the maximum
specified pin diameter plus the straightness tolerance by its own weight.

15
Special sizes, duties, materials and finishes, including oil-free pins, are available upon request.
 Light Duty Coiled Pins Inch
ASME B18.8.2
L D

B D

SWAGED CHAMFER BOTH ENDS

NOMINAL .062 .078 .094 .109 .125 .156 .187 .219 .250 .312
DIAMETER 1/16 5/64 3/32 7/64 1/8 5/32 3/16 7/32 1/4 5/16
MAX. .073 .089 .106 .121 .139 .172 .207 .240 .273 .339
DIAMETER D
MIN. .067 .083 .099 .114 .131 .163 .196 .228 .260 .324
B DIA. MAX. .059 .075 .091 .106 .121 .152 .182 .214 .243 .304
CHAMFER
C LENGTH REF. .028 .032 .038 .038 .044 .048 .055 .065 .065 .080
RECOMMENDED MAX. .065 .081 .097 .112 .129 .160 .192 .224 .256 .319
HOLE SIZE MIN. .062 .078 .094 .109 .125 .156 .187 .219 .250 .312

Note: All dimensions apply prior to plating.

MINIMUM DOUBLE SHEAR STRENGTH LBS.

NOMINAL .062 .078 .094 .109 .125 .156 .187 .219 .250 .312
DIAMETER 1/16 5/64 3/32 7/64 1/8 5/32 3/16 7/32 1/4 5/16
CARBON
205 325 475 650 825 1,300 1,900 2,600 3,300 5,200
CHROME STAINLESS
NICKEL STAINLESS 160 250 360 500 650 1,000 1,450 2,000 2,600 4,000

Note: Shear tests performed in accordance with ASME B18.8.2.

STANDARD LENGTHS
NOMINAL .062 .078 .094 .109 .125 .156 .187 .219 .250 .312
DIAMETER 1/16 5/64 3/32 7/64 1/8 5/32 3/16 7/32 1/4 5/16
.250 1/4
.312 5/16
.375 3/8 Interchangeable
Inch and mm Pins
.437 7/16
Inch mm
.500 1/2 Diameter Diameter
.562 9/16 .078 5/64 2.0
.625 5/8 .156 5/32 4.0
.688 11/16 .312 5/16 8.0
.750 3/4
.813 13/16
.875 7/8
.938 15/16
LENGTH

1.000 1
1.125 1-1/8
1.250 1-1/4
1.375 1-3/8
1.500 1-1/2
1.625 1-5/8
1.750 1-3/4
Nominal Pin Length Length Tolerance
1.875 1-7/8
2.000 2 Nominal Pin Size 1/16 - 1/4
L 2.000 0.010
2.250 2-1/4 2.000 < L 0.015
2.500 2-1/2
Nominal Pin Straightness Gage Length
2.750 2-3/4 Pin Length Tolerance1 0.005
3.000 3
L 1.000 .007 1.000
3.250 3-1/4 1.000 < L 2.000 .010 2.000
3.500 3-1/2 2.000 < L .013 3.000
3.750 3-3/4

Only available in stainless steel Available in high carbon and stainless steels

1
Pin must fall through a hole gauge in length equal to the next one-inch increment over the pin length with a hole equal to the maximum
specified pin diameter plus the straightness tolerance by its own weight.

16
Special sizes, duties, materials and finishes, including oil-free pins, are available upon request.
 Standard Duty Coiled Pins Metric
ISO 8750 ASME B18.8.3M
L D

B D

SWAGED CHAMFER BOTH ENDS

NOMINAL 0.8 1 1.2 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 5 6 8 10 12 16 20

DIAMETER
MAX. 0.91 1.15 1.35 1.73 2.25 2.78 3.30 3.84 4.40 5.50 6.50 8.63 10.80 12.85 17.00 21.10
DIAMETER D
MIN. 0.85 1.05 1.25 1.62 2.13 2.65 3.15 3.67 4.20 5.25 6.25 8.30 10.35 12.40 16.45 20.40
B DIA. MAX. 0.75 0.95 1.15 1.40 1.90 2.40 2.90 3.40 3.90 4.85 5.85 7.80 9.75 11.70 15.60 19.60
CHAMFER
C LENGTH REF. 0.30 0.30 0.40 0.50 0.70 0.70 0.90 1.00 1.10 1.30 1.50 2.00 2.50 3.00 4.00 4.50
RECOMMENDED MAX. 0.84 1.04 1.24 1.60 2.10 2.60 3.10 3.62 4.12 5.12 6.15 8.15 10.15 12.18 16.18 20.21
HOLE SIZE MIN. 0.80 1.00 1.20 1.50 2.00 2.50 3.00 3.50 4.00 5.00 6.00 8.00 10.00 12.00 16.00 20.00

Note: All dimensions apply prior to plating.

MINIMUM DOUBLE SHEAR STRENGTH kN

NOMINAL 0.8 1 1.2 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 5 6 8 10 12 16 20
DIAMETER
CARBON
ALLOY STEEL 0.40 0.60 0.90 1.45 2.50 3.90 5.50 7.50 9.60 15 22 39 62 89 155 250
CHROME STAINLESS
NICKEL STAINLESS 0.30 0.45 0.65 1.05 1.90 2.90 4.20 5.70 7.60 11.50 16.80 30 48 67

Note: Shear tests performed in accordance ASME B18.8.3M and ISO 8749.

STANDARD LENGTHS
NOMINAL 0.8 1 1.2 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 5 6 8 10 12 16 20
DIAMETER
4
Interchangeable
5
* * * * mm and Inch Pins
6
* * * * * mm Inch
8
* * * * * * Diameter Diameter
10
* * * * * * * 0.8 .031 1/32
12
* * * * * * * * 1.0 .039

* * * * *
14 1.2 .047 3/64
2.0 .078 5/64
16
* * * * * * 4.0 .156 5/32
18
* * * * * * 8.0 .312 5/16
20
* * * * * * 16.0 .625 5/8
22
* * * * * *
24
* * * * * * *
26
* * * * * *
LENGTH

28
* * * * *
30
32
* * * * * *
35
* * * * * *
40
* * * * * *
45
* * * * * *
* * * * * * *
50 Nominal Pin Length Length Tolerance
55 Nominal Pin Size 0.8 - 10 12 - 20
* * * * *
* * * * * *
60 L 10 0.25 N/A
10 < L 50 0.5 0.5
65 50 < L 0.75 0.75 * * * * *
70
Pin Straightness Tolerance1 * * * * *
75 Gage Hole Diameter * * * * *
80 Specified Maximum * * * * *
85 Nominal Pin Diameter Plus: Gage Length
* * * *
90 Pin Length Min. Max. 0.15
* * * *
95 L 24 0.18 0.2 25
* * * *
100 24 < L 50
50 < L
0.3
0.42
0.34
0.48
50
75 * * * *
Only available in stainless steel Available in high carbon and stainless steels Only available in alloy steel

* Generally stocked size

1
Pin must fall through the gage by its own weight.

17
Special sizes, duties, materials and finishes, including oil-free pins, are available upon request.
 Heavy Duty Coiled Pins Metric
ISO 8748 ASME B18.8.3M
L D

B D

SWAGED CHAMFER BOTH ENDS

NOMINAL 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 5 6 8 10 12 16 20

DIAMETER
MAX. 1.71 2.21 2.73 3.25 3.79 4.30 5.35 6.40 8.55 10.65 12.75 16.90 21.00
DIAMETER D
MIN. 1.61 2.11 2.62 3.12 3.64 4.15 5.15 6.18 8.25 10.30 12.35 16.40 20.40
B DIA. MAX. 1.40 1.90 2.40 2.90 3.40 3.90 4.85 5.85 7.80 9.75 11.70 15.60 19.60
CHAMFER
C LENGTH REF. 0.50 0.70 0.70 0.90 1.00 1.10 1.30 1.50 2.00 2.50 3.00 4.00 4.50
RECOMMENDED MAX. 1.60 2.10 2.60 3.10 3.62 4.12 5.12 6.15 8.15 10.15 12.18 16.18 20.21
HOLE SIZE MIN. 1.50 2.00 2.50 3.00 3.50 4.00 5.00 6.00 8.00 10.00 12.00 16.00 20.00

Note: All dimensions apply prior to plating.

MINIMUM DOUBLE SHEAR STRENGTH kN

NOMINAL 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 5 6 8 10 12 16 20
DIAMETER
CARBON
ALLOY STEEL 1.90 3.50 5.50 7.60 10 13.50 20 30 53 84 120 210 340
CHROME STAINLESS
NICKEL STAINLESS 1.45 2.50 3.80 5.70 7.60 10 15.50 23 41 64 91

Note: Shear tests performed in accordance ASME B18.8.3M and ISO 8749.

STANDARD LENGTHS
NOMINAL 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 5 6 8 10 12 16 20
DIAMETER
4
*
5
* * Interchangeable
6
* * * mm and Inch Pins
mm Inch
8
* * * * Diameter Diameter
10
* * * * * 2.0 .078 5/64
12
* * * * * 4.0 .156 5/32
14
* * * * * * 8.0 .312 5/16
16
* * * * * * * 16.0 .625 5/8
18
* * * * * *
20
* * * * * * *
22
* * * * * * *
24
* * * * * * *
26
* * * * * * *
LENGTH

28
* * * * * *
30
32
* * * * * * *
35
* * * * * *
40
* * * * * *
45
* * * * * *
50
Nominal Pin Length Length Tolerance * * * * * *
55
* * * *
* * * *
60 Nominal Pin Size 1.5 - 10 12
L 10 0.25 N/A
65 10 < L 50 0.5 0.5 * * *
70 50 < L 0.75 0.75 * * *
75 Pin Straightness Tolerance1 * * *
80 Gage Hole Diameter * * *
85 Specified Maximum
* *
90 Nominal Pin Diameter Plus: Gage Length
* *
95 Pin Length Min. Max. 0.15
* *
100 L 24
24 < L 50
0.18
0.3
0.2
0.34
25
50 * *
50 < L 0.42 0.48 75

Available in high carbon and stainless steels Only available in alloy steel

* Generally stocked size

1
Pin must fall through the gage by its own weight.

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Special sizes, duties, materials and finishes, including oil-free pins, are available upon request.
 Light Duty Coiled Pins Metric
ISO 8751 ASME B18.8.3M
L D

B D

SWAGED CHAMFER BOTH ENDS

NOMINAL 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 5 6 8

DIAMETER
MAX. 1.75 2.28 2.82 3.35 3.87 4.45 5.50 6.55 8.65
DIAMETER D
MIN. 1.62 2.13 2.65 3.15 3.67 4.20 5.20 6.25 8.30
B DIA. MAX. 1.40 1.90 2.40 2.90 3.40 3.90 4.85 5.85 7.80
CHAMFER
C LENGTH REF. 0.50 0.70 0.70 0.90 1.00 1.10 1.30 1.50 2.00
RECOMMENDED MAX. 1.60 2.10 2.60 3.10 3.62 4.12 5.12 6.15 8.15
HOLE SIZE MIN. 1.50 2.00 2.50 3.00 3.50 4.00 5.00 6.00 8.00

Note: All dimensions apply prior to plating.

MINIMUM DOUBLE SHEAR STRENGTH kN

NOMINAL 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 5 6 8
DIAMETER
CARBON
ALLOY STEEL 0.80 1.50 2.30 3.30 4.50 5.70 9 13 23
CHROME STAINLESS
NICKEL STAINLESS 0.65 1.10 1.80 2.50 3.40 4.40 7 10 18

Note: Shear tests performed in accordance ASME B18.8.3M and ISO 8749.

STANDARD LENGTHS
NOMINAL 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 5 6 8
DIAMETER
6
8 Interchangeable
mm and Inch Pins
10 mm Inch
12 Diameter Diameter
14 2.0 .078 5/64
16 4.0 .156 5/32
18 8.0 .312 5/16
20
22
24
26
28
LENGTH

30
32
35
40 Nominal Pin Length Length Tolerance
45 Nominal Pin Size 1.5 - 6
50 L 10 0.25
55 10 < L 50 0.5
60 50 < L 0.75
65 Pin Straightness Tolerance1
70 Gage Hole Diameter
Specified Maximum
75 Nominal Pin Diameter Plus: Gage Length
80 Pin Length Min. Max. 0.15
85 L 24 0.18 0.2 25
90 24 < L 50 0.3 0.34 50
95 50 < L 0.42 0.48 75

Only available in stainless steel Available in high carbon and stainless steels

1
Pin must fall through the gage by its own weight.

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Special sizes, duties, materials and finishes, including oil-free pins, are available upon request.
 SPECIAL COILED PINS

SERIES 400 HEADED PINS

These pins are often used when retention to the very end of the pin is required such
as when fastening a thin member to a thick component within an assembly, or when
absolute limitation of movement in one direction is a requirement. A counterbored
hole is required for flush insertion. Headed pins are often used in applications
associated with studs. Headed pins are also used as spring retainers, both as
anchors for tension springs and as cores for compression springs.

SERIES 410 FLARED PINS

Similar to Series 400 Headed Pins, these pins are used when retention to the very
end of the pin or absolute limitation of movement in one direction are requirements.
The flare also facilitates removal from a blind hole. A hole with a countersink is
required for flush insertion.

SERIES 500 EXTRA LIGHT DUTY PINS

The Series 500 Extra Light Duty Coiled Pins were specifically designed for use in
soft or fragile materials. The 1 coil formation ensures that the radial force exerted
against the hole wall does not exceed the strength of the hole material to prevent
deformation. These pins are also an economical solution where pin strength is not a
major design consideration. Typical applications for Series 500 Pins include: hinge
pins in plastic or ceramic assemblies, alignment pins, and fastening applications
where the hole is close to an edge of an assembly component.

SERIES 600 SUPERFLEX PINS

This pin, with a loosely wrapped outer coil and a diameter at 90 to the seam equal
to the hole size has a low insertion force and enhanced flexibility after insertion. The
Superflex Pin eliminates insertion problems associated with hardened holes with
sharp edges. The pin is not distorted during insertion and maintains its straightness.
One example of a great application for the Superflex Pin is when the pin is inserted
into a shaft with both ends exposed for engagement into a slotted clutch component.

All special Coiled Pins are subject to minimum order quantities.

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 Pin Installation Technology

While SPIROL Coiled Pins can be easily installed with a hammer or with
an arbor press, we recognize that an essential factor in reducing the overall
cost of components is having trouble-free assembly. Automation increases
assembly efficiency, particularly with awkward or small components, and
combining operations such as drilling and pinning increases productivity and
eliminates misaligned holes.

SPIROL is the only manufacturer of Coiled Pins that designs, builds and
supports a comprehensive standard line of Pin Installation Equipment ranging
from manual to fully automatic modules. We are experts in adapting our
standard modules to customer specific applications, including fixturing and
holding components for both a quality installation and ease-of-assembly. Our
time-tested, proven and reliable equipment can be equipped with options
such as rotary index tables, pin sensing, force monitoring, and drilling and Model PR
pinning combinations for enhanced productivity, heightened process control
and error proofing.

SPIROL guarantees that our equipment

will enhance your productivity and reduce your
total manufacturing costs by offering
the only performance warranty
Model HC in the industry.

Model CR

Model SG
Protective eyewear is recommended during pin installation.

Model PM The unique features of the Coiled Pin in combination with automated
assembly solutions drive down cost for the manufacturer. When all factors
are considered such as installation quality, component damage, reduced
warranty claims, inspection during installation and throughput enhancement,
SPIROLs Coiled Pin is the pin of choice to provide a robust high-quality joint
at the lowest manufacturing cost.
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