Definitions
- A cotter is a metal fastener used to secure two objects together. - It is commonly used in machinery and construction to hold parts in place. - Cotters can be used to prevent movement or rotation of an object.
- A pin is a thin, pointed piece of metal or other material used to fasten or secure something. - It can be used for decoration, as a fastener, or to hold things in place. - Pins can be used in clothing, jewelry, and various other applications.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are small metal objects used to hold things in place.
- 2Both can be used in machinery and construction.
- 3Both can be inserted into holes or other openings.
- 4Both can be removed easily if necessary.
- 5Both can be made of various materials, including metal and plastic.
What is the difference?
- 1Shape: Cotters are typically U-shaped, while pins can have various shapes, including straight, curved, or circular.
- 2Function: Cotters are primarily used to prevent movement or rotation of an object, while pins can be used for fastening, decoration, or holding things in place.
- 3Size: Cotters are generally larger than pins and are used for heavier-duty applications.
- 4Insertion: Cotters are inserted through a hole and then bent to secure them in place, while pins are often inserted and then secured with a clasp or other mechanism.
- 5Removal: Cotters are typically removed by straightening them out and pulling them out of the hole, while pins can be removed by releasing the clasp or simply pulling them out.
Remember this!
While both cotter and pin are small metal objects used to hold things in place, they differ in their shape, function, size, insertion, and removal. Cotters are primarily used to prevent movement or rotation of an object and are U-shaped, while pins can have various shapes and are used for fastening, decoration, or holding things in place.
