Pins and Bearings T HE latest British Standards concern split cotter
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pins and the dimensions of ball and parallel-roller bearings. That concerning pins aligns with American and Continental standards inasmuch as the nominal length is defined as the distance from the underside of the eye to the extreme end of the short leg, Sizes of mild steel cotter pins •in diameters of from hi in. are now based on the standard, and users are advised to bear this in mind when ordering new supplies.
The bearing standard relates to features which control the interchangeability of units, but not internal dimensions or detailed design. The pin standard costs 4s, and the other 12s. 6d. from the British Standards Institution, 2 Park Street, London, W.1; postage is extra to non-subscribers.