Kadee 145 | 140-Series Whisker® Metal Couplers with Gearboxes - Short (1/4") Overset Shank | HO Scale

Description

This industry leading coupler features an all metal coupler head, shank, and Whisker® centering spring and comes complete with insulated draft gearbox and lid. The #145 Magne-Matic® Whisker® Metal Coupler may be mounted with the included #242 Snap-Together Gearbox or with other manufacturers cast-on coupler pockets.

It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage. Use the provided insulated gearbox or insulated #25 coupler.

  • HO-Scale

Package Includes:

  • (2) Pair #145 Whisker® Metal Couplers - Short Overset Shank
  • (2) Pair #242 Snap-Together Gearboxes
  • (2) #622 Knuckle Springs


#145 Whisker® Metal Coupler Features:
Material  -   Metal
Shank Length  -   Short (1/4") (center hole to back of coupler head)
Coupler Offset  -   Overset
Knuckle Spring  -   #622
Centering System  -   Whisker®
Head  -   Standard Head
Works In Place of  -   #25, #35 (#145 in a #252 box), Short Overset "clone" couplers
Works With  -   #213, #232, #234, #242, #252, #262, manufacturer cast-on draft gearboxes


#242 Snap-Together Gearbox Features:
Material  -   Insulated Plastic
Lid Type  -   Snap-Together
Dimensions  -   7/16"L x 5/16"W x 1/8"H
Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and 40-Series, All Whisker® Couplers


Mounting Specifications:
Mounting Height  -   1/2"
Centerline  -   25/64"
Trip Pin Height  -   1/32"
Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary)


Recommended Tools:

  • #206 Insulated Muti-Purpose Coupler Height Gauge
  • #231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant
  • #237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers
  • #240 Double Headed Pin Vise
  • #241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick
  • #246 Tap (2-56) and Drills (#50 and #43)

Delayed Magnetic Uncoupling

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SKU: 380-145

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      Description

      This industry leading coupler features an all metal coupler head, shank, and Whisker® centering spring and comes complete with insulated draft gearbox and lid. The #145 Magne-Matic® Whisker® Metal Coupler may be mounted with the included #242 Snap-Together Gearbox or with other manufacturers cast-on coupler pockets.

      It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage. Use the provided insulated gearbox or insulated #25 coupler.

      • HO-Scale

      Package Includes:

      • (2) Pair #145 Whisker® Metal Couplers - Short Overset Shank
      • (2) Pair #242 Snap-Together Gearboxes
      • (2) #622 Knuckle Springs


      #145 Whisker® Metal Coupler Features:
      Material  -   Metal
      Shank Length  -   Short (1/4") (center hole to back of coupler head)
      Coupler Offset  -   Overset
      Knuckle Spring  -   #622
      Centering System  -   Whisker®
      Head  -   Standard Head
      Works In Place of  -   #25, #35 (#145 in a #252 box), Short Overset "clone" couplers
      Works With  -   #213, #232, #234, #242, #252, #262, manufacturer cast-on draft gearboxes


      #242 Snap-Together Gearbox Features:
      Material  -   Insulated Plastic
      Lid Type  -   Snap-Together
      Dimensions  -   7/16"L x 5/16"W x 1/8"H
      Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and 40-Series, All Whisker® Couplers


      Mounting Specifications:
      Mounting Height  -   1/2"
      Centerline  -   25/64"
      Trip Pin Height  -   1/32"
      Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary)


      Recommended Tools:

      • #206 Insulated Muti-Purpose Coupler Height Gauge
      • #231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant
      • #237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers
      • #240 Double Headed Pin Vise
      • #241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick
      • #246 Tap (2-56) and Drills (#50 and #43)

      Delayed Magnetic Uncoupling

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