Buy Cotter Pins Online in Australia
Cotter pins, also called split pins, keep nuts, clevis pins and shafts from backing off. R-clips do the same job and fit and remove quickly. AIMS Industrial lists split pins in metric and imperial, zinc plated and stainless steel, plus R-clips and a range of assortment kits and grab kits.
What's in the range
| Group | What is listed |
|---|---|
| Split and cotter pins | Champion zinc plated split pins in metric and imperial, Champion CPS cotter pins in steel zinc plated (metric and imperial), Hobson metric split pins in mild steel zinc plated, Inox World split pins in 304 and A4 (316) stainless steel. |
| R-clips | Champion RCL R-clip steel zinc plated, Austlift R-clip zinc plated, Hobson R-clip humpback pin 1.2 x 14mm zinc plated, and an Inox World R clip A2 (304). |
| Assortment kits and refills | Champion split pin kits from 225 to 1540 pieces (including a stainless metric kit and a large diameter kit), an R-clip kit, and matching refills. GJ Works split pin (795 pieces) and imperial R-clip (150 pieces) kits. |
| Grab kits | Workshop Buddy cotter / split pin, large cotter pin, clevis and hitch pin, and hitch pin grab kits. |
Choosing a cotter pin
Match the pin diameter to the hole and the length to the fastener. Metric and imperial pins are listed separately, so choose the one that matches your hole. Use zinc plated for general use and stainless steel where corrosion matters. An R-clip is quicker to fit and remove than a split pin, and suits pins that are removed often.
For a one-off repair, an assortment kit saves hunting for the right size. Always check the data sheet. Confirm the size and material before you order, and replace split pins rather than reusing them where safety matters.
Related ranges
See pins, spring pins, clevis pins and stainless fasteners. Brands: Champion, Hobson, Inox World, GJ Works and Work Shop Buddy.
Order from AIMS Industrial
Not sure which pin you need? Call us on (02) 9773 0122, contact our team or request a quote. We have supplied Australian industry since 1988 and can help find the right size or kit.
Cotter pin FAQs
What is the difference between a cotter pin and a split pin?
They are the same thing. Both names are used for a folded wire pin that passes through a hole and has its legs bent over to lock it.
Are split pins metric or imperial?
Both. We list Champion split pins in metric and imperial, and Hobson pins in metric. Check the size in the product title.
Do you list stainless steel split pins?
Yes. We list Inox World split pins in 304 and A4 (316) stainless steel, and a Champion stainless metric kit.
What is an R-clip used for?
An R-clip passes through a hole in a pin and locks it in place. It is quicker to fit and remove than a split pin, so it suits pins that come out often.
Do you list assortment kits?
Yes. We list Champion and GJ Works split pin kits and refills, R-clip kits and Workshop Buddy grab kits.