A480- Fromm A480- Pneumatic Pusher Steel Strapping Tool
The A480 is a light-weight pneumatic pusher steel strapping combination tool from Fromm. As with all Fromm’s tools this tool is also ergonomically designed. This tool is smaller in size, light and compact. With combination tools gaining popularity, the A480 is a welcome addition in any industry. This is a cost effective tool as it can do all three jobs of tensioning, sealing and cutting in one go.
The advantage of the A480 is that it allows mobile operation and is an ideal tool to strap objects like tubes, wire coils and other small bundles. As it is a small and handy tool, it has become a standard tool of use in many industries. The tool also uses the push seal as it is ideal for round and narrow packages. In this type of seal, the seal is pushed by the tool with the steel threaded through to pull the tension.
There are two different tensioning levels available in the A480. There is also a new version of this tool which is a larger and heavier version. The A482 performs all the same functions as the A480. However, the A480 is a better tool to use as it is smaller and lighter and easier to strap due to this.
It offers greater operator mobility which can result in more completed applications in a shorter time span. It is also a convenient pneumatic strapping tool as the footplate is relatively small and it can squeeze into a tight place very easily. As with all Fromm’s tools, this tool is also easy to operate has a user friendly interface. The tool also provide a strong joint and it is known to have a great bonding strength of 75%.
The dimensions of the strapping and the distance between the roller and the pad can be adjusted. Also, the cutter depth can be fitted according to desired application requirements. This tool has been much appreciated in the industry for its versatility and according to popular opinion is more convenient than other pneumatic tools. The only disadvantage of pneumatic tools is the presence of air lines all over the work room floor and this hinders the workers. However, the tool has become quite popular due to its features like two tension version and that it weighs only 4.5kg.