what is a circlip used for
Shop for Circlip Pliers. A circlip is a type of retaining ring or fastener that takes the form of a flexible, open-ended ring, made from metal.ost of these retaining rings have a design of circlip pliers which can be used with them. However, some may need a different tool. There is a special e-clip installation tool which can be used with e-clips and most spiral retention rings can be installed manually.