BS 3537:1979

This standard BS 3537:1979 Specification for gudgeon pins up to 200 mm diameter is classified in these ICS categories:

• 21.060.50 Pins, nails

This British Standard specifies dimensions, surface textures and other features of design for various types of gudgeon pins, sometimes referred to as piston pins or wrist pins, all of which are case hardened. They are suitable for use in two and four stroke cycle spark and compression ignition reciprocating internal combustion engines. The standard covers pins of 10 mm to 200 mm diameter.

Typical applications of various types of gudgeon pins are given.

NOTE Unless otherwise specified, all dimensions in this standard are in millimetres.

Dimensions and design features for gudgeon pins (wrist pins) of 10 mm to 200 mm diameter for use in reciprocating internal combustion engines.