DIN 94 Split Pin

DIN 94 Split Pin (Cotter Pin)

What Is a DIN 94 Split Pin (Cotter Pin)?

DIN 94 Split Pin, also known as Cotter Pin, is a safety fastener manufactured in accordance with the German industrial standard (DIN). This technical component, also referred to as a split pin, is a crucial fastening part used especially in machines that generate vibration, preventing nuts and adjustment rings from loosening or being removed unintentionally. The cotter pin, known in English by the same name, is an indispensable element of machine safety systems.

DIN 94 Standard and Technical Specifications

  • Dimensional Standards: Inner diameter, outer diameter, length, and thickness tolerances

  • Material Properties: Mechanical strength and hardness values

  • Surface Quality: Flatness and roughness standards

  • Performance Criteria: Tensile strength and flexibility limits

DIN 94 COTTER PIN / SPLIT PIN TECHNICAL DATA

0.6 – 8 mm SIZES
NOMINAL DIAMETER MIN (d₁) MAX (d₁) A B C MIN C MAX
0.6 0.5 0.4 1.6 2 0.9 1
0.8 0.7 0.6 1.6 2.4 1.2 -
1 0.9 0.8 2.5 3 1.6 -
1.2 1.4 0.9 2.5 3.2 1.7 -
1.6 1.8 1.3 2.5 4 2.4 -
2 1.7 1.7 3.2 5 3.2 -
2.5 2.5 2.5 4 6.4 4 -
3.2 2.7 2.7 5 8 5.1 -
4 3.5 3.5 6.4 10 6.5 -
5 4.4 4.4 8 12.6 8 -
6.3 5.9 5.9 10 16 10.3 -
8 7.5 7.3 12.6 20 13.1 -
10 – 20 mm SIZES
NOMINAL DIAMETER MIN (d₁) MAX (d₁) A B C MIN C MAX
10 9.5 9.3 16 - 16.6 -
13 12.4 12.1 20 - 21.7 -
16 15.4 15.1 - - 27 -
20 19.3 19 - - 33.8 -
LENGTH RANGES
NOMINAL DIAMETER LENGTH (L)
0.64-12
0.85-16
16-20
1.28-25
1.68-32
210-40
2.512-50
3.214-63
414-80
522-100
6.332-125
840-160
1056-200
1390-250
16125-280
20160-280
MATERIAL TYPES
  • Iron
  • Stainless Steel
  • Brass
  • Copper
COATING TYPES
  • Electrolytic Coating
  • Safety Mechanism: A security system that prevents nuts and bolts from loosening
  • Vibration Resistance: Reliable fastening under dynamic loads
  • Easy Assembly/Disassembly: Practical to use and maintain
  • Long Service Life: Maximum durability with high-quality material

Main Industrial Applications

  • Automotive Industry: Engine, chassis, and suspension connections

  • Machinery Manufacturing: Industrial machines and equipment

  • Aviation Industry: Aircraft and helicopter systems

  • Railway Systems: Rail connections and wagon systems

  • Agricultural Machinery: Tractor and harvesting equipment

  • Construction Equipment: Cranes, excavators, and other heavy machinery

Special Applications

  • Robotic Systems: Precision mechanism connections

  • Medical Devices: Safety fastenings in sterile environments

  • Power Plants: Turbine and generator systems

  • Maritime Industry: Ship and marine vehicle systems

Advanced Manufacturing Processes

The production of split pins (cotter pins) is carried out using modern manufacturing technologies:

  • Wire Processing Technologies: Precision cutting and bending processes

  • Heat Treatment Processes: Hardening and tempering operations

  • Surface Treatments: Coating and finishing technologies

  • Mold Design: Optimized molds for special shapes

Comprehensive Quality Control Systems

The quality of manufactured split pins is ensured through rigorous quality control processes:

  • Dimensional tolerance and geometric inspections

  • Material hardness and strength tests

  • Surface quality and coating uniformity checks

  • Functional tests and performance validation

  • Corrosion resistance tests

Factors Affecting Pricing

The production cost of split pins varies depending on several factors:

  • Quantity Produced: The unit price may vary based on the number of split pins manufactured

  • Material Type and Quality: Costs differ for various metals and alloys

  • Production Complexity: Special-shaped cotter pin types are more costly

  • Coating and Treatments: Protective and decorative surface processes

  • Special Tolerances: Tight tolerance requirements affect the overall cost

Economies of Scale in Mass Production

Significant economies of scale can be achieved depending on the number of split pins produced. Bulk split pin manufacturing for large projects substantially optimizes the unit price.

Mechanical Advantages

  • Superior Safety: Reliable locking mechanism in vibrating environments

  • High Strength: Enhanced durability through high-quality materials

  • Flexible Design: Variety that adapts to different applications

  • Long Service Life: Maximum lifespan with corrosion resistance

  • Easy Application: Simple assembly and disassembly process

Application Advantages

Split pin production offers the following application benefits:

  • Secure fastening in vibrating machinery

  • Safety mechanism in industrial equipment

  • Safety component in automotive systems

  • Critical fastener in aviation applications

  • Ease of maintenance and time savings

Project-Based Order Processes

  1. Technical Requirement Analysis: Determining the operating conditions and intended use

  2. Engineering Design: Project-specific split pin design and drafting

  3. Prototype Development: Production and testing of the cotter pin prototype

  4. Certification and Approval: Compliance certification according to DIN 94 standards

  5. Mass Production Planning: Production optimization based on the quantity of manufactured split pins

  6. Quality Documentation and Delivery: Quality certificates for the produced split pins and project shipment

Project Customization Options

Split pin production can be customized with the following options:

  • Custom Sizes and Shapes: Project-specific cotter pin designs

  • Special Material Selection: Custom alloys upon request

  • Color-Coded Coatings: Colored coatings based on application requirements

  • Marking and Coding: Batch number or logo marking

  • Custom Packaging: Industrial or retail packaging

DIN 94 Split Pins (Cotter Pins) are available with full technical consultancy and price quotations. You can contact our expert team for fork-type, spring-type, or wedge-type cotter pin variations.

Our expert team specializes in split pin and cotter pin manufacturing, producing high-quality components using mild steel, stainless steel, copper-zinc alloys, and all other cotter pin materials. We provide DIN 94-compliant split pins that ensure secure fastening solutions for vibration-generating machinery. We are pleased to be your technical solution partner for nut safety, lock ring fastening, and all other critical safety-locking requirements.

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