Function

Translate semi-rotary motion of the connection rod to reciprocating motion

Eliminate the side thrust load to piston from the connecting rod

Thus, ensuring the piston and Cylinder has limiting wear in the liner

2 faces are guided since the thrust acts in opposite direction

Guide shoes positioned at extreme ends of Pin provided a large are and minimize
risk of twisting

Crosshead Pin connects the piston rod to connecting rod.

Crosshead slippers on either side of pin runs up and down in the crosshead guide