Ferrol Pins / Studs
Why choose Ferrol Pins/Studs?
DRIV-LOK Ferrol Pin & Ferrol Studs provide permanent, tamper-resistant solutions in plastic and soft metal assemblies. The designs offer positive fastening solutions that replace conventional fasteners with their stronger locking force, especially for long-term applications.
Description
About our ferrol pins and studs
Driv-Lok Ferrol pins and studs have raised ferrol rings around the entire circumference of the pin. These rings are set at an angle that allows the pin to be inserted from one direction but not removed from the opposite direction, offering an aggressive locking force. The crests of the ferrol rings constitute the expanded diameter and are measured with ring gauges.
Driv-Lok Ferrol Pins and Studs can be made from Low-Carbon, Aluminum, and Stainless Steel and typically come with a plain rust-preventative coating, zinc plating, or passivation treatment. However, we can also offer other finishes upon request.
Typical applications for ferrol pins and studs
Driv-Lok Ferrol Pins and Studs can be inserted in all plastic assemblies and some soft metals or extrusions. They are ideal for long-term positive locking of components and excellent for tamper-resistant applications. The design of the final application will determine which type of Driv-Lok Ferrol Pin or Stud should be used.
Don’t hesitate to contact a Driv-Lok application engineer for proper style and hole size recommendations. Our engineers would be delighted to assist you with all of your fastening needs, whether you’re looking to order one of our products or if you’re looking for ways to improve your assembly designs.
solid Pins & Studs

Standard Ferrol Pin Dimensions
| Size | Nominal Diameter | Expanded Diameter | Common Lengths | ||||||||
| 3⁄8 | 1⁄2 | 3⁄4 | 1 | 1 1⁄4 | 1 1⁄2 | 2 | 2 1⁄4 | 2 1⁄2 | |||
| 3⁄32 | .0923/.0938 | .097/.110 | X | X | X | ||||||
| 1⁄8 | .123/.125 | .133/.145 | X | X | X | X | |||||
| 5⁄32 | .1543/.1563 | .163/.175 | X | X | X | X | X | ||||
| 3⁄16 | .1855/.1875 | .197/.217 | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||
| 1⁄4 | .248/.250 | .261/.281 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||
| 5⁄16 | .3105/.3125 | .323/.343 | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||
| 3⁄8 | .373/.375 | .386/.406 | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||
Standard Ferrol Stud Dimensions
| Stud no. | Nom. Shank Diameter | Head diameter | Head height | Available lengths in inches | Expanded Diameter | ||||||||||
| Max. | Min. | Max. | Min. | 1⁄4 | 5⁄16 | 3⁄8 | 1⁄2 | 3⁄4 | 1 | 1 1⁄4 | 1 1⁄2 | 1 3⁄4 | |||
| 2 | 0.086 | 0.162 | 0.146 | 0.070 | 0.059 | X | X | X | X | X | .094/.100 | ||||
| 4 | 0.104 | 0.211 | 0.193 | 0.0866 | 0.075 | X | X | X | X | X | .117/.122 | ||||
| 6 | 0.120 | 0.260 | 0.240 | 0.103 | 0.091 | X | X | X | X | X | X | .136/.142 | |||
| 8 | 0.144 | 0.309 | 0.287 | 0.119 | 0.107 | X | X | X | X | X | .161/.168 | ||||
| 10 | 0.161 | 0.359 | 0.334 | 0.136 | 0.124 | X | X | X | X | X | .181/.188 | ||||
| 12 | 0.196 | 0.408 | 0.382 | 0.152 | 0.140 | X | X | X | X | X | X | .220/.229 | |||
| 14 | 0.221 | 0.457 | 0.429 | 0.169 | 0.156 | X | X | X | X | X | .248/.258 | ||||
| 16 | 0.250 | 0.472 | 0.443 | 0.174 | 0.161 | X | X | X | X | X | .275/.285 | ||||
See how our ferrol pins have helped a customer!
A prominent medical device manufacturer needed a fastening solution for a hand-held surgical device that could reduce mold costs without any major design changes. Our engineers examined the design criteria for the device and applied our unique Enginomics approach to find a way to use a ferrol pin, eliminating the need for adhesives and ensuring tamper resistance. Now, the same company has incorporated our ferrol pins into many of its new products and redesigns.

