Description
Vietnam builds and services millions of motorcycles, and Japanese service manuals still print many torques in kgf·cm. The Snap-on TEC50FUAC torque wrench reads that unit directly on its metric scale, next to inch-pounds. Its follow-up design adds a second needle, so the result stays on the dial after the pull. According to its listing, it ships with a chart.
Where the Snap-on TEC50FUAC torque wrench fits in a motorcycle plant
Engine sub-assembly lines tighten many small and medium joints in a set order. A dial in kg·cm lets a QA checker compare a reading with the drawing without a conversion step. For example, an auditor can pull a sample engine, check the cylinder head nuts, and log each value. The kept needle also helps when the dial faces away from the checker.
Specs from the base TEC50FUA row
| Item | TEC50FUA (Snap-on CAT1500i) |
|---|---|
| Square drive | 3/8 in |
| Metric range | 700 kg·cm |
| U.S. range | 600 in-lb |
| Increments | 20 kg·cm / 20 in-lb |
| Length | 12-1/2 in |
| Storage case | PB9 |
Snap-on prints these values for the TEC50FUA. Its catalog adds that a C at the end of the stock number orders the certificate version. Lost in HCM lists this TEC50FUAC with a chart, so confirm what that paperwork includes.
Joints a dealer workshop can check
- Crankcase cover and clutch cover bolts after an engine rebuild.
- Cylinder head and cam holder bolts, in the sequence the manual gives.
- Brake caliper and disc mounting bolts during a brake service.
- Handlebar holder and footrest bracket bolts after an accident repair.
However, large axle and steering stem nuts may exceed the TEC50FUAC scale. Size those jobs to a bigger wrench.
Grade, scale and reading habits
Lost in HCM places the TEC50FUAC in its Combination US/Metric Reading/Standard 2% Accuracy group. Snap-on states that grade from 20% of full scale to full scale, so the band starts near 140 kg·cm here. Reset the second needle before each bolt, because an old peak can fool the next reading. Also read the dial square on, since an angle view shifts the needle against the marks.
Keeping the Snap-on TEC50FUAC torque wrench in shape
Workshops are oily, so wipe the wrench and its lens after each job. Store it in its case on a shelf, not in a drawer with hammers. Then plan outside calibration on a fixed cycle, and keep the chart with your tool records.
Get a price for the TEC50FUAC
Dealer groups and assembly plants can buy the Snap-on TEC50FUAC torque wrench from Lost in HCM, which supplies it in Vietnam. For a dealer or plant price, request a quote from Lost in HCM. In addition, you can browse more torque wrenches, visit snapon.com, or contact SMK Vietnam if you need help.
Motorcycle service FAQ for the TEC50FUAC
Can I set targets straight from a kgf·cm spec?
Yes, if the spec is in kgf·cm. Snap-on lists the TEC50FUA metric scale in kg·cm, which matches that unit.
Will it tighten rear axle nuts?
Often not. Snap-on lists the base TEC50FUA at 700 kg·cm, and many axle nuts need more. Check the service manual first.
What does the chart cover?
Lost in HCM’s listing names a chart without detail. So ask what the TEC50FUAC chart shows before you order.
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