When it comes to assembly operations, not all pins are created equal. Press-fit pins are engineered fasteners held in an assembly by the frictional forces and interference fit between pin and part.

Hinges are ubiquitous mechanical components and, typically, engineers are most familiar with those with a solid pin. Many may not know, however, that a leading use of coiled-spring pins is in hinges ...

One of the primary benefits of using a Coiled Spring Pin to affix a hub or gear to a shaft is the Coiled Pin’s ability to prevent hole damage. Another benefit is that the Coiled Pin absorbs wider hole ...