Description
Vung Tau is home base for the jack-up rigs and service yards that support Vietnam’s offshore fields. Between campaigns, crews also rebuild mud pumps, drawworks, cranes and jacking gear on deck. The Snap-on TE3005L torque wrench covers the heaviest bolts on that list. It is a 1-1/2 in drive Torqometer with a 3,000 ft-lb scale and a lamp that flashes at the target.
A lamp you can see from the handle
On a wrench this long, the dial sits far from the person pulling. In addition, deck work often happens in wind, rain or glare. So a flash at the target is easier to catch than a needle several feet away. Snap-on says its signal model light flashes once the joint reaches the targeted torque. Then a second crew member can read the TE3005L dial and log the value.
Snap-on data for the TE3005L
| Item | TE3005L (CAT1500i p.333) |
|---|---|
| Square drive | 1-1/2 in |
| Range | 3,000 ft-lb |
| Increments | 50 ft-lb |
| Length | 140 in |
| Width / head depth | 5-1/2 in / 2-13/16 in |
| Storage case | None listed |
The row sits in the US Reading/Standard 2% Accuracy table. Snap-on also footnotes a separately packed tubular extension handle for it. However, the catalog and the 2005 notice name different handle codes, so confirm the kit with Lost in HCM. Per the catalog, a C suffix orders the certificate of calibration version, TE3005LC.
Rig joints for the Snap-on TE3005L torque wrench
- Mud pump frame and crosshead guide bolts, where the maker lists a value.
- Drawworks and rotary table foundation bolts.
- Crane pedestal and slewing ring bolts within range.
- Jacking gear housing fixings.
Some of these joints call for hydraulic tensioners rather than a dial wrench. Therefore check the OEM method before you plan the job.
Range planning for the TE3005L
Lost in HCM places the TE3005L in its US Reading/Standard 2% Accuracy group. Snap-on holds Standard dials to 2% of reading from 20% of full scale upward. On this wrench, the band starts at 600 ft-lb. Because rig manuals often use N·m, note that 3,000 ft-lb works out to about 4,067 N·m.
Handling a 140-inch tool offshore
At 140 inches, about 3.6 m, the TE3005L needs a lifting plan and at least two people. Also secure it on deck so a roll does not send it sliding. Salt spray attacks steel and dial glass, so rinse with fresh water, dry it and store it indoors. Finally, Snap-on rates the line for 0 to 100 °F, and it warns against breaking bolts loose.
Request the Snap-on TE3005L torque wrench
Drilling contractors, rig yards and offshore service firms can buy the Snap-on TE3005L torque wrench from Lost in HCM, the SMK Vietnam partner. Before your next yard stay, request a quote from Lost in HCM. You can also check our torque wrenches, read snapon.com, or contact SMK Vietnam.
Offshore crew FAQ for the TE3005L
Which extension handle comes with the TE3005L?
Snap-on footnotes a separately packed tubular handle, but its sources name different codes. So Lost in HCM can confirm the kit.
What is the TE3005L top value in N·m?
Its 3,000 ft-lb is about 4,067 N·m. The 2% band starts at 600 ft-lb, or about 813 N·m.
Does the TE3005L come with a certificate?
Its name lists none. Snap-on’s C suffix code, TE3005LC, is the certificate of calibration version.
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