3/16 in. x 1 in. Steel Square Key

Hillman Steel Keys & Keystock

This is a Hillman 3/16 inch by 1 inch steel square key. Its 3/16 inch width and 1 inch length define its physical size for mating with a keyway. It is used to create a positive mechanical lock between a shaft and a component like a gear or pulley.

Specifications

Length	1 in.
Width	3/16 in.

About keys & keystock

3/16 in. x 1 in. Steel Square Key is listed under Keys & Keystock — square, rectangular, woodruff keys and keystock bar. Keys and keystock are essential mechanical components used to prevent relative rotation between a shaft and a rotating machine element such as a gear, pulley, or coupling. They transmit torque by fitting into keyways machined into both the shaft and the hub.

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