Description
Auto and motorcycle part suppliers in Vietnam run rows of stamping presses that hit thousands of strokes per shift. Every stroke shakes the slide, bolster and die clamps, so press bolts need regular checks. The Snap-on TEXC1503TL Torqometer helps press maintenance crews pull those bolts to a preset value. It reads ft-lb and kg·m, while a lamp lights when the pull reaches the target.
Press maintenance with the Snap-on TEXC1503TL Torqometer
For example, press makers from Japan and Taiwan often print bolt torque in kgf·m. With this dual dial, the fitter sets the target in that unit straight from the manual. Then the fitter pulls until the lamp shows and moves to the next bolt. As a result, a full bolster or gib check takes less time and fewer conversions.
Combination table values for the TEXC1503TL
| Feature | TEXC1503TL |
|---|---|
| Input / output drive | 1 in female / 1 in male |
| U.S. scale | 1,500 ft-lb, 25 ft-lb steps |
| Metric scale | 200 kg·m, 5 kg·m steps |
| Length / width / head depth | 10-7/8 in / 4-3/8 in / 4-7/16 in |
| Optional handles | 82TQP T bar (18 in), 85TQP extension (31 in) |
These values appear in the combination U.S./metric T-handle table of Snap-on catalog CAT1500i. In addition, the TEXC1503TFU follow-up head shares the row. According to the table, these heads ship without a certificate, and a C on the stock number orders the certificate version.
A lamp in a loud press shop
Press lines are loud, and the dial often faces away from the fitter during a pull. However, a light cue shows from the side or below. So the TEXC1503TL suits long rounds of the same bolt, such as die clamp or bolster checks. Also, the fitter stops as soon as the lamp lights, which cuts overshoot.
Sizing the Snap-on TEXC1503TL Torqometer
Snap-on guarantees 2% of reading from one-fifth of full scale to full scale. So on this head, the band covers 300 to 1,500 ft-lb, or 40 to 200 kg·m. The top value equals about 1,960 N·m, since 1 kg·m is roughly 9.81 N·m. For bolts below the band, use a smaller wrench instead.
Lockout before the TEXC1503TL comes out
Always lock out the press and block the slide before anyone reaches into the die area. Then check the lamp, fit the socket fully, and keep the head square to the bolt. Never exceed 1,500 ft-lb or use the head to free a stuck bolt. Finally, wipe off oil and store it in a dry case.
Quote for the TEXC1503TL from Lost in HCM
Lost in HCM supplies the head and writes the quote. For a stamping plant or a tooling shop, request a quote from Lost in HCM. SMK Vietnam lists more torque wrenches in the same category. For maker data, visit snapon.com, or contact SMK Vietnam.
TEXC1503TL press shop FAQ
Does the TEXC1503TL keep a peak reading?
No. Its lamp marks the preset, but no needle stays at the peak. For a held peak, Snap-on lists the TEXC1503TFU in the same row.
Can the TEXC1503TL check connection rod cap bolts?
Only when the press maker gives a torque value in its range. Some press makers specify stretch or angle methods, so follow the manual.
Is a calibration certificate part of the TEXC1503TL supply?
No, the stock number has no C. Per the catalog, the TEXC1503TLC is the certificate version.
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