Snap-on TEC2003FU Torque Wrench, US/Metric Follow-up Torqometer, 1″ Drive, 2,000 ft-lb / 280 kg·m

Description

Clay brick plants are changing fast in Vietnam, as old hand kilns give way to tunnel kilns and vacuum extruders. Those lines grind and press wet clay all day, so their gearboxes and frames take heavy, constant load. Then, during each rebuild, the crew resets many large bolts. The Snap-on TEC2003FU torque wrench handles the biggest of them with a two-needle dial in ft-lb and kg·m.

Clay line bolts for the Snap-on TEC2003FU torque wrench

• Gearbox and motor base bolts on vacuum extruders.
• Roller frame and bearing housing bolts on clay crushers and roller mills.
• Pan mill and mixer drive base bolts.
• Kiln car transfer and pusher frame bolts, where the builder gives a value.

Machine builders print their own bolt tables, and some auger and shaft joints use other methods. So start from the manual, and keep the TEC2003FU for joints with a printed value.

Snap-on row for the TEC2003FU

This row sits in Snap-on’s Combination US/Metric Reading/Standard 2% Accuracy table. It lists the follow-up TEC2003FU as well as a signal TEC2003L, but no basic model. Its metric scale reads kilogram-force meters, which many Asian extruder manuals still print. The plain TEC2003FU in this listing names no certificate.

Held readings for rebuild sign-off

A rebuild ends with a sign-off, and the engineer wants a value for each big joint. On the TEC2003FU, one needle marks the targeted torque while the other stays at the torque achieved. So the fitter can complete a long pull, step back and read the held needle. Then the number goes onto the rebuild sheet.

Where TEC2003FU accuracy starts

Lost in HCM lists the TEC2003FU under Combination US/Metric Reading/Standard 2% Accuracy. Snap-on describes that grade as accurate to 2% of reading over the upper 80% of the scale. For this wrench, the band therefore opens at 400 ft-lb or 56 kg·m. Lighter bolts on chutes and guards need a smaller dial.

Clay dust and the Snap-on TEC2003FU torque wrench

Clay dust dries hard on every surface, including dial glass. Therefore wipe the TEC2003FU after each job and keep it in a closed box away from kiln heat. Snap-on lists 0 to 100 °F as the working range for these dials. In addition, use two people with the 5 foot handle, and clear the swing path first. Never use the wrench to break a stuck bolt loose.

Ask Lost in HCM for a price

Brick makers, tile plants and kiln builders can order the Snap-on TEC2003FU torque wrench from Lost in HCM, the SMK Vietnam partner. Per the Snap-on catalog, adding a C to the stock number orders the certificate of calibration version. To get a TEC2003FU price, request a quote from Lost in HCM. You can also see our torque wrenches range, check snapon.com, or contact SMK Vietnam.

Brick plant FAQ for the TEC2003FU

How does it differ from the TEC2005FU?

Both read 2,000 ft-lb and 280 kg·m. However, the TEC2003FU has a 1-inch drive, while the TEC2005FU uses a 1-1/2 inch drive.

Is a signal version made?

Yes. The same row lists the TEC2003L, which flashes a lamp at the targeted torque.

What does the TEC2003FU top value equal in N·m?

The 2,000 ft-lb mark is about 2,710 N·m, while the 280 kg·m scale top is about 2,750 N·m.