Nautical Term: Toggle pin

Definition of Toggle pin

A toggle pin is a type of pin, typically featuring an eye at the head and a point with a pivot function. When the toggle pin turns on the pivot pin, it creates a tee-shaped device to secure the pin in place. For example, a toggle pin is commonly used to secure a gate or a door by keeping the hinge pin in place.

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