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