In scaffolding, a joint pin or spigot, is an internal connection used for joining two metal tubes together, end to end. Joint pins are fitted with a screw by which the device can be expanded to grip the inside of the tubes firmly. Research Joint Pin
In scaffoldinga sleeve coupler is a coupler used to join two tubes end to end, and which grips the outside of the tubes as opposed to a joint pin which grips the internal surfaces of the tubes to be joined. Research Sleeve Coupler
 
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