Hub wrench for high-quality and convenient work. Features and characteristics of Saf keys
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The thickness and strength of the steel of the listed types of tools are sufficient for successful use for their intended purpose. There are no complaints about the quality and wear resistance of buyers.
During the operation of multi-ton transport, the axles of the machines are subjected to serious shock loads. Therefore, the repair of the running gear with the replacement of spare parts (used bearings) is periodically necessary. It will definitely require the removal and subsequent installation of the hub nut. These operations cannot be carried out without a suitable tool.
SAF hub wrenches are used to remove and install the corresponding nuts of the SAF-HOLLAND suspension systems of heavy vehicles.
Features and main characteristics of SAF hub wrenches
The SAF hub wrench has several varieties.
- Monolithic - are divided into ring, end and carob.
- Universal with changeable sizes - adjustable and lever.
- Composite - end nozzles and handles for loosening or tightening nuts.
In most cases, for SAF hubs in car services, the latter are used. Composite keys are cheaper, they break less often and are easy to use, although they are not universal.
How to choose the right hub wrench
To take the right tool to replace the nut, no special knowledge is required. The algorithm is simple and includes the following steps:
- determination of the dimensions of the fixture for the hub nut;
- selection of the optimal type of tool for work;
- verification of compliance of the quality of the metal of the product with the planned loads.
Overview of running parts SAF
There are many products on the market designed to work with SAF products.
Hub wrench Saf
To replace hubs in the chassis of vehicles, manufacturers offer simple, reliable and budget options. A good choice would be the products of the Orenburg company "Trasto".
Hub wrench 140mm Hexagon hub nuts (SAF) SW6
On the label of the tool, the manufacturer is not indicated, there is a mention of Dalnoboishchik LLC. But the saf 140 hub wrench (SW 140-6) is marketed under the Trucker brand.
Product width 15 cm, height - 11 cm. Weight - 2,32 kg. Purpose - for unscrewing / tightening hex hub nuts. The device is made of tool steel and coated with anti-corrosion paint. The spanner size for the hub nut is 140 mm.
The average cost of goods from suppliers is from 1000 rubles.
Hub wrench 85mm hexagon reinforced hub nuts (SAF SMB BPW TRAILOR) SW6
The fixture size is 85 mm. The product, 10 cm wide and 11 cm high, weighs 1400 g. The material for manufacturing the SAF axle hub wrench is tool steel with an anti-corrosion coating. The tool has 6 faces. The hub wrench saf 85 (SW 85-6) is produced under the Trucker brand and is sold at a price of 720 rubles.
The thickness and strength of the steel of the listed types of tools are sufficient for successful use for their intended purpose. There are no complaints about the quality and wear resistance of buyers. Working with these tools will require the additional use of an appropriately sized lever or handle with the correct hole diameter on the keys.
