Pins
At South Coast Fasteners, Inc., we carry the kind of parts that don't steal the spotlight, but if they fail, everything else comes apart. Pins are the pinnacle of alignment, retention, and movement, and we stock the pins that professionals rely on to hold it all together. Whether you’re rebuilding a piece of equipment in the field or putting together an assembly on the shop floor, the right pin makes all the difference. Dowel pins lock parts into perfect position. Spring pins flex enough to lock in and stay put. Cotter pins secure axles and bolts with zero deviation. Clevis pins make sure moving parts stay connected, but still come apart when you need them to.
Pins aren't just fillers in our inventory, we believe it’s the hardware that keeps your gear running, jobs on schedule, and crews off the rework list. We stock pins that hold under vibrations and repeated use, all with the sizes, materials, and grades to match your specific industry applications. If you need equipment to stay aligned, connected, or secured, we’ve got a pin for that and it's built to do the job right the first time.
We keep pins in stock, in the materials and sizes that your job demands. Browse our online store today and see why professionals across every industry count on South Coast Fasteners to deliver the right part, right when they need it. Need to take a deeper look? Scroll past our product listings for a full breakdown of pin types, materials, and where each pin fits best where. Find out today why South Coast Fasteners is the trusted choice for fastener and industrial supply solutions.
Where Pins Play the Role
South Coast Fasteners understands you’ll find pins in almost any build that involves motion, alignment, or safety. In machinery and equipment, pins hold shafts, align gears, and secure moving parts. In automotive, they’re used to fasten suspension components, steering linkages, and pivot points without the need for threads or adhesives. Aerospace and marine industries utilize stainless pins that won’t corrode or fail under stressful loads. And in construction, agriculture, and rigging, pins create adjustable connections that are strong enough to take on intense torques.
Pins are also a favorite choice in furniture and cabinetry assembly, where dowel pins create aligned joints with no visible hardware. Wherever things need to line up, rotate, or stay fixed under forces, a pin is usually the component doing the work.
Built to Perform: What Sets Our Pins Apart
South Coast Fasteners inventory of pins is designed to hold, align, or retain. Dowel pins provide precision and structure. Spring pins provide flexibility and tension where you need it. Cotter pins lock things in place, really fast. Clevis pins let you move, rotate, and disconnect without tools or operational stress. Each type serves a specific role but are all built for ease of use and repeatable installs. We carry multiple diameters, lengths, and materials so you can match your specifications with ease.
Material and Grade Options
Pins aren’t a one-size-fits-all scenario, your environment, load, and usage will determine which material and grade makes the most sense. We stock a full range of options to fit different applications. Grades vary based on strength and material type, such as Grade 2, 5, or 8 for steel, or 18-8 and 316 for stainless. If you’re not sure which grade fits your job, South Coast Fasteners can help you make the right call.
- Steel: Strong and reliable, utilized in machinery, construction, and general-purpose fastening.
- Stainless Steel: Excellent for corrosion resistance, used in marine & offshore, outdoor, and high-moisture environments.
Applications and Amenities
Dowel pins offer exact alignment and are the favorite in woodworking, furniture, and equipment assemblies. They prevent shifting, absorb forces, and assist in reinforcing load-bearing joints. Spring pins provide tension, flexibility, and self-retention, used in gear shafts, hinges, and pivoting parts that need give and take. Cotter pins keep bolts, axles, and other moving parts locked right in. Their bendable ends make them fast to install and easy to remove, even in tougher conditions. Clevis pins offer strong yet adjustable connections that can handle angular movement and shear force and is ideal in rigging, agricultural machinery, and heavy equipment. In every case, the pin does the work quietly and reliably without issue.
Why Choose South Coast Fasteners?
At South Coast Fasteners, we understand you need parts that do what they’re supposed to. Our selection is built around strength, performance, and industry needs. Whether you’re looking for alignment, easy disassembly, or something that won’t corrode after a season out in the field, we’ve got it in stock and ready to ship. You’ll get real support from experts who know this hardware inside and out. We help you find what fits.
Ready to Find the Right Pin for the Job?
Browse our full inventory selection online and snag what you need when you're ready or reach out to us to talk through your specifications. Whether you need a thousand dowels or hundred clevis pins for a rebuild, we’ve got the parts to keep you moving.