What is an adjustable breaking beam?
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Adjustable break rods are a relatively new design and feature a curved claw that can be adjusted to any of nine claw angle settings.
This allows users to set the angle of the grip in relation to the shaft to 180 degrees of available adjustment without changing the angle of the grip itself, which includes a fixed angle bend of approximately 100 degrees.The claw of the adjustable impact bar is attached to the shaft with a ring gear. To adjust the claw, the ring gear is loosened by turning to the left and tightened when the desired angle is reached by turning to the right. (See: How do I adjust the adjustable breaker bar claw?)The acutely angled claw can be used for lifting and retrieving objects in tight spaces, as well as increasing the lever angle where needed.A claw adjusted at a blunt angle can be used for softer prying when less force is needed, or for lifting and moving objects only a short distance.In addition, the curved claw has a nail groove bevelled to a very thin inner edge, allowing stubborn nails to be hooked without the need to first lift them up.At the opposite end, the adjustable breaking bar has a chisel-shaped edge bent at a slight angle downwards from the shaft. This gives room for the fingers to rest when using the end of the chisel, minimizing the risk of hitting the knuckles.Two adjustable stems are available, one with a hexagonal stem and the other with an ergonomic stem that has a soft rubber grip and conforms to the shape of the hand.Nail pullingpallet destructionRemoving the moldinglifting floorLift doorsPlacing (or "detecting") objects such as studs or beamsThe hex shaft models are one length 660mm (26") and weight 1700g (3lb 12oz), while the ergonomic model has a slightly shorter length 640mm (25") and weighs 1730g (3lb 13oz) ). ) model length difference and 20g (1 oz) difference in weight, the main factor to consider if you choose between them is the shaft design.Both handlebars offer roughly the same leverage quality and roughly the same weight, but the ergonomic model will be significantly more comfortable to work with; although it will cost you a little more than a hex shaft due to the relatively complex forging process involved in ergonomic manufacturing.Indeed, if cost is a factor, it is worth noting that none of these bars are cheap, and a single adjustable breaker bar can cost ten times more than a non-adjustable breaker bar. creating a ring gear strong enough to withstand the force that the breaker bar must handle.Adjustable impact bars are made from hardened boron steel alloy.For more information on boron steel see our previous page: What are bars made of?
This allows users to set the angle of the grip in relation to the shaft to 180 degrees of available adjustment without changing the angle of the grip itself, which includes a fixed angle bend of approximately 100 degrees.
The claw of the adjustable impact bar is attached to the shaft with a ring gear. To adjust the claw, the ring gear is loosened by turning to the left and tightened when the desired angle is reached by turning to the right. (See: How do I adjust the adjustable breaker bar claw?)
The acutely angled claw can be used for lifting and retrieving objects in tight spaces, as well as increasing the lever angle where needed.
A claw adjusted at a blunt angle can be used for softer prying when less force is needed, or for lifting and moving objects only a short distance.
In addition, the curved claw has a nail groove bevelled to a very thin inner edge, allowing stubborn nails to be hooked without the need to first lift them up.
At the opposite end, the adjustable breaking bar has a chisel-shaped edge bent at a slight angle downwards from the shaft. This gives room for the fingers to rest when using the end of the chisel, minimizing the risk of hitting the knuckles.
Two adjustable stems are available, one with a hexagonal stem and the other with an ergonomic stem that has a soft rubber grip and conforms to the shape of the hand.What are adjustable break bars used for?
Adjustable break rods are capable of withstanding a high degree of load and are therefore suitable for any tear, rip or break application, including:
Nail pulling
pallet destruction
Removing the molding
lifting floor
Lift doors
Placing (or "detecting") objects such as studs or beamsWhat adjustable breaker bar sizes are available?
The hex shaft models are one length 660mm (26") and weight 1700g (3lb 12oz), while the ergonomic model has a slightly shorter length 640mm (25") and weighs 1730g (3lb 13oz) ). ) model length difference and 20g (1 oz) difference in weight, the main factor to consider if you choose between them is the shaft design.
Both handlebars offer roughly the same leverage quality and roughly the same weight, but the ergonomic model will be significantly more comfortable to work with; although it will cost you a little more than a hex shaft due to the relatively complex forging process involved in ergonomic manufacturing.
Indeed, if cost is a factor, it is worth noting that none of these bars are cheap, and a single adjustable breaker bar can cost ten times more than a non-adjustable breaker bar. creating a ring gear strong enough to withstand the force that the breaker bar must handle.What are adjustable break bars made of?
Adjustable impact bars are made from hardened boron steel alloy.
For more information on boron steel see our previous page: What are bars made of?
