May 6, 2002 — Retaining rings restrain coils, insulation and blocking near the end turns of a generator rotor. They must have high strength and fracture toughness to withstand the tangential and axial ...

Smalley’s Retaining Ring Types and Selection guide provides an in-depth look at the various retaining rings available, helping engineers choose the right solution for their applications. It covers key ...

Snap rings locate and retain components in a wide range of applications, from rotating equipment to valve bodies. There are two basic types of rings, internal and external. An internal ring, for ...

Retaining rings are not a one size fits all – make the ring fit your application and not the other way around. This helpful guide will help navigate different types of retaining rings and explain what ...