What Is a Clevis with Circlip (Segmented)?
A clevis is a U-shaped rod-end connection screwed onto the piston rod that transmits the load through a pin. In the segmented type the pin is secured by circlips at both ends, a secure lock against the pin walking out in vibrating, continuous-duty machines.
The pin diameter is matched to the cylinder force; removing the circlips frees the pin for service.
| Pin retention | Circlips |
| Benefit | Secure locking under vibration |
| Use | Continuous-duty, vibrating machines |
See all custom cylinders and connection equipment, or contact us for a quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Circlip vs clip-on clevis?
The pin retention: circlips in the segmented type, a spring clip in the clip-on type.
When choose the circlip type?
For vibrating, continuous-duty applications.
Where does the clevis go?
It screws onto the cylinder’s rod end.
Fitting a Circlip Clevis for Vibration
- Screw the clevis onto the rod thread and lock it with the lock nut.
- Pass the pin through the clevis and the mating part.
- Fit the circlips into their grooves with circlip pliers and check each one is fully seated.
- Run the rod through its full stroke to make sure the clevis does not rub.
- Replace the circlips with new ones at every disassembly — a stretched circlip can work loose under vibration.

