2600-SW - Textron Aviation OEM Split Retaining Ring

2600-SW – Textron Aviation OEM Split Retaining Ring

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Overview

The 2600SW is a genuine OEM split retaining ring, an essential component of the widely-used Camloc 2600 series quarter-turn fastener system. While specified by Textron Aviation, this is a standard Camloc part, engineered to perform one critical function: to make the quarter-turn stud a captive fastener. This ring is installed onto the groove of a 2600-series stud after it has been inserted through the outer panel. This simple but vital component prevents the stud from falling out when unfastened, which is a critical feature for safety and maintenance efficiency on all types of aircraft.

Key Features

• Creates a Captive Fastener Assembly: Its sole purpose is to retain the Camloc stud within the removable panel. This prevents the loss of hardware when the panel is opened, which is a key requirement for preventing Foreign Object Debris (FOD) on the ramp or in the hangar.
• Spring Steel Construction: Fabricated from high-quality spring steel. This material is heat-treated to provide the right amount of flexibility for installation while ensuring it has enough tensile strength to hold its shape and remain securely in the stud's groove.
• Corrosion-Resistant Plating: Plated with a durable finish (typically cadmium or zinc) to provide robust protection against corrosion, ensuring a long and reliable service life.
• Split Ring Design: Features an opening or "split" in the ring. This design allows the ring to be expanded slightly and pushed over the stud shank until it snaps securely into the retaining groove.
• Industry Standard Component: As a standard Camloc part used by Textron Aviation and other major manufacturers, it guarantees perfect fitment and function with all standard 2600-series quarter-turn studs.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 2600SW
• Component Type: Split Retaining Ring for Captive Fastener
• Material: Spring Steel, Plated
• Primary Application: Securing Camloc 2600-series quarter-turn studs.
• Installation: Snap-fit into stud retaining groove.
• Certification: Conforms to original Camloc/Arconic and Textron Aviation standards.

Aircraft Compatibility

The 2600SW retaining ring is a universal component used on any aircraft panel that utilizes the Camloc 2600 series quarter-turn fastener system. This includes a vast range of aircraft from Textron Aviation (Cessna, Beechcraft) and other manufacturers.

• Common Applications:
  • Engine Cowlings: Retaining the quarter-turn studs on the upper and lower engine cowls.
  • Inspection Panels: Securing the fasteners on numerous small access panels on the fuselage, wings, and empennage.
  • Avionics Bay Doors: Ensuring the fasteners remain with the avionics bay access panels when opened.
  • Interior Panels: Used in some applications for quick-release interior panels.

Applicable Textron Aircraft

• Beechjet 400/400A

List not comprehensive, may be applicable on other models.

Applications

The 2600SW is a fundamental component for any quick-release panel system:

• FOD Prevention: Its most critical role is preventing the loss of fasteners, which can become dangerous Foreign Object Debris (FOD) if ingested by an engine or if it damages another aircraft.
• Maintenance Efficiency: Dramatically speeds up maintenance by ensuring that all panel fasteners are present and ready for re-installation. It eliminates the time-consuming process of searching for dropped or misplaced screws.
• Fastener Assembly: The final component installed when creating a complete, captive Camloc fastener assembly.

Why Choose 2600SW?

A simple engine pre-flight can turn into a frustrating delay if a cowling stud is missing. The 2600SW retaining ring is the small, inexpensive component that prevents this. Using a genuine, specified part ensures that the ring has the correct temper and spring force to hold securely without being overly difficult to install or brittle enough to break. For maintaining the convenience and safety of a captive fastener system, a high-quality retaining ring is essential.

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The 2600SW retaining ring is a key element of a system designed for rapid access. The complete Camloc assembly consists of the stud (held captive in the outer panel by the 2600SW ring), a grommet to protect the panel, and a receptacle riveted to the underlying structure. The retaining ring's inside diameter is smaller than the stud's main shank but larger than the retaining groove's diameter. During installation, the split in the ring allows it to be forced open to pass over the shank and then snap closed into the smaller-diameter groove. Its thickness is designed to be greater than the depth of the groove, creating a positive stop that prevents the stud from pulling through the hole in the outer panel.

Note: This is a small but essential component of a fastener system. Installation should be performed with care to avoid over-stressing and deforming the ring. Always inspect the ring for cracks, corrosion, or loss of tension when servicing the fastener. A retaining ring is a low-cost item that should be replaced if its integrity is in any doubt.