cotter joint

Cotter Joint for Circular rods (Socket and spigot): Socket and spigot cotter joint is used to connect circular rods. One of the rods is formed into a socket by enlarging its end while the other rod, called spigot end is formed with enlarged diameter and an integral collar The spigot is put inside the socket and the cotter is driven through the slots in socket and spigot ends. A pictorial view of socket and spigot cotter joint iWhile a sectional view of socket and spigot cotter joint An exploded view of this joint