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// TECHNICAL RESOURCES

MS16562 slotted spring pins.

Identify the slotted tubular spring-pin family and distinguish it from coiled spring pins and solid dowels.

// PIN TYPES

Identify the pin construction

MS16562 refers to slotted tubular spring pins. The slot and spring section distinguish the family from solid dowels. A drawing can also control the mating hole, installed fit, material and treatment.

Pin construction comparison
ItemReference
MS16562Slotted tubular spring pins
MS51923Medium-duty coiled spring pins
MS39086Heavy-duty coiled spring pins
MS16555 / MS16556Solid dowel families

// STANDARD REFERENCE

Applicable reference

NASM16562 is an active standard for slotted tubular spring pins. Include the exact drawing callout and issue when asking Webson to review a legacy MS16562 requirement.

// ORDERING DETAILS

What to measure

Record nominal pin diameter, free-state diameter limits where specified, length and the mating-hole requirement. The free pin diameter is not necessarily the same as the hole diameter. Use the specified standard for the relationship.

// BUYER CHECKLIST

Prepare the requirement for quotation

// SOURCE WITH WEBSON

Have a part number or bill of material?

Send the complete designation, quantity, required delivery date and documentation requirements. Webson will review your requirement for quotation.