Fromm A480 Pneumatic Steel Strapping Tool
The Fromm A480 is a pneumatic combination steel strapping tool designed for steel straps of width 3/8 to 3/4 inch. Weighing just around 10.1 lbs, it is a lightweight push-type pneumatic combo tool that doesn’t require the use of multiple tools for completing an application. Its light weight also makes it easy to carry out non-stationary applications.
Applications
This push-style Combination Tool is perfect for strapping wire coils, tubes and various types of small bundles. The A480 has become a handy and widely popular strapping tool in different industries. It uses push-seals, which are ideal for narrow and round-shaped packages. The tool pushes the seal into place using steel threaded through for pulling the tensioning.
The tool features 2 tension levels, with the A483 being the new version. The A482 is another popular version. But the A480 is lighter and smaller than both these fromm tools, making it much easier to use. The tool provides high level of operative mobility, allowing you to increase productivity.
Technical Specifications
- Strapping Type: Steel Strapping
- Strapping Width: 3/8 to 3/4 inch
- Strapping Thickness: 0.015 to 0.025 inch
- Weight: 10.1 pounds
- Peak Seal Strength: 75%
- Seal Type: Overlap Seals
- Joint Type: Single Notch Joint
Advantages
There are many advantages of using this Combination Tool:
- It is ideally suited for strapping packages with small surface area, including bundles, bars, coils, and pipes.
- It is perfect for mobile applications due to its light weight. But it can also be used for stationary applications. It can also be suspended on spring loaded balance with suspension bracket.
- The Fromm A480 offers a peak joint efficiency of up to 75%.
- Special compact design makes tool repair easier and quicker.
The Fromm A480 is one of the most easy-to-use pneumatic strapping tools available. It is lightweight and features a compact size and design that makes application easier. It is ideally suited for strapping round, odd-shaped and unique packages, as the small plate can easily squeeze into difficult spaces. It allows adjusting the banding dimensions, the distance between the pad and roller, and the cutter depth. This makes it easier to adjust it to different types of applications.
Tool Upgrade
If you want to upgrade, the Fromm A335 is a versatile alternative for 1/2 to 3/4 inch steel straps. It makes sealless seals and weighs even lesser at 8.6 pounds. It has long steel handles that make operation much easier.
It is easy to order parts from AllStrap, where you can also find the common wear parts including the Feedwheel A48.1221, Notching Knife A48.1105, Cutter Jack A48.1128, Cutting Jaw A48.1101, Slide Plate A48.1213, Cutter A48.1124, and Vane L2.1304.
