The A483 is a pneumatic steel strapping tool, and a product of Fromm. It is a large and heavy tool. It suits industries that are into heavy-duty applications. As this is a heavy-duty tool, it has to be used with four different suspension brackets. This tool comes in two models. One of the models comes in 1 ¼” steel banding and this ideal to strap coils tubes and rods in all positions. It has pneumatically raised feed wheel that helps in introducing the heavy steel straps.
The suspension brackets are good to be used in continuous working conditions.
When the straps are fed into the feed wheel automatically, there is no extra workload for the operator as the tool completes the process in a smooth manner.
Even though tool is heavy it can withstand continuous operations and is not known to break down easily. It is a very efficient tool and is used as a staple in many industries.
Specifications
• Strap Qualities: High tensile strapping (Ultraflex)
• Strap Dimensions: 25.0 – 32.0 x 0.80 – 1.00 mm. 1 1/4″ x .031″- .040″
• Sealing Type: 1.25 Inch Push Seal
• Weight: 18.0kg / 39.7 lbs
The A483 is a push style combination tool but it has its own disadvantages. It is a heavy tool and is not very mobile. Being a pneumatic tool there are airlines running all over the place hindering the movement of workers.
The wear parts of this tool are:
Feed wheel A38.2310
Vane A38.1351
Cutter Jack A48.2120
Cutting Jaw A48.3113
Notching Knife A48.3116
Slide Jaw A48.3209
Any tool of this kind needs regular maintenance. The way to maintain these tools is generally given in the manual that comes along with the tool. Fromm, Signode and Orgapack have comprehensive manuals that highlight the do’s and don’t while handling a tool. There are also safety procedures one has to follow in order to avoid any accidents or injury.
Allstrap is a popular dealer who has a full-fledged repair facility for all equipments related to the packaging industry. All their technicians are manufacturer certified and are well trained to fix worn equipment. Allstrap also does these repairs at a nominal cost and returns the tools in under a week’s time.
For more information, contact Allstrap’s customer care division.
