Pneumatic Tab Bending tool for Railroad Wheel Lock Plates

Pneumatic Tab Bender Tool

FOLDS THE LOCKING TABS ON RAILCAR AXLE BEARING CAP SCREWS

The Model ARR-Series Pneumatic Tab Bending Tools are being reintroduced after being off the market for over a year.  The tools are redesigned for additional durability to withstand the rigors of the railroad wheel shop applications.  The AAR series tools will quickly and easily fold the locking tabs used under the mounting cap screws when installing the axel bearing cap screws.­ These tools operate on standard shop air (80-110 psi).  Currently, only 2 models are available while we ramp up production 

COMMERCIAL RAILCAR TOOLS 

Model #ARR-1000: 1" - 1-1/8" Cap Screw

Model #ARR-1250: 1-1/4" Cap Screw

 

                                                                                                   Request Information

  • Prior to ordering, we would like to get samples of your bolts and locking tab plates to confirm the tool will work properly.  1 or 2 bolts / 6-12 locking plates.
  • There appears to be some variance with the locking tab plates from country to country.  Samples will help us confirm the proper tool for your application.
  • Samples should be sent to our facility, along with your contact information in the box.

 

Pneumatic Tab Bending Tool

 

Where it's Used

Locking Tab Bending Tool for Railcar Applications

 

Typically used on the lock tab plates on rail car axle bearings

Note: Locking tabs must be slightly bent up so the crimp jaws can grab them.

 

Demonstration of How it's Used

Pneumatic Tab Bending Tool for use with rail car wheel bolt locking plates

 

Reference the video file in the CATALOG tab below

 

Tool Weight: 3.05 lbs.

Tool Dimensions: 9-1/2" L x 7" H x 1-3/4" Thick

Shipping Weight: 3-1/2 lbs.

Box Dimension: 10-3/4" L x 10-1/4" W x 2-1/2" H

Operating Air Pressure: 95-110 psi

Regulate air pressure to obtain 70 psi (4.8 bar) at the tool

Air Consumption: 0.052 scfm @ 90 psi (6.2 bar)

Recommended air hose size: 3/8" or larger

Install 3/8" quick connector (1/4" NPT threads) with inside diameter of 0.315" on the tool.

Note: Install a filter / lubricator within 15-20 ft. from tool, if possible. 

Periodically lubricate all rollers and metal to metal components with light oil.

Periodically replace jaw springs as a regular PM program

 

 

Specify the tool model required based upon the cap screw size and locking plate being used.

Reference the model numbers and specifications in the Catalog Tab

Orders can be place by contacting Custom Products & Services, Inc. via phone or email.

PH: 888-444-1202 or 651-452-0113

Email: sales@custom-products.com

 

NOTE: If you are NOT currently using our tools, we request that you provide us with at least 1 bolts and 6 of the locking tab plates (of each size) for use to test prior to shipping the tool.  We have encountered a number of issues with the various locking tab plates where the angle of the tabs car vary widely from one wheel shop to another.  As a result, we would like to test your bolt / plate combinations with the tool before we ship.  Repeat orders will not require bolt or plate samples to be sent.  Samples should be sent to: Custom Products & Services, Inc., 2910 Waters Rd, Suite 110, Eagan, MN. 55121.  Attention: Jim Norton.  Thank you.

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Pneumatic Tab Bending Tool Catalog

RR-Catalog-2024-User.pdf

 

 ­ RR-1000 Pneumatic Tab Bending Tool Video