Product description

The No. 3 Low Taper Collet is a specialized mounting tool designed to solve fitment challenges on wheels with shallow or uniquely shaped hub centers. Unlike standard cones with a steep angle, this low-taper design provides more surface contact in narrow hub bores, ensuring a more stable and accurate mount on the wheel balancer. This is particularly important for modern alloy wheels where traditional cones may not seat properly, leading to dangerous imbalances and inaccurate readings. Precision-ground from high-quality steel, this No. 3 collet maintains its geometric integrity under pressure, providing the repeatability that professional technicians need for high-speed balancing. By incorporating this low-taper collet into your wheel service workflow, you can handle difficult wheel designs with the same confidence and precision as standard steel wheels, ensuring a smooth ride for every customer.

Product highlights

• Low Taper Design: Ideal for wheels with shallow hub centers where standard cones fail to seat.
• Enhanced Stability: Provides superior surface contact for a more secure and accurate mount.
• Precision Ground: Ensures maximum concentricity and reduces the risk of mounting errors.
• Durable Material: Constructed from hardened steel for long-lasting performance in shop environments.
• Specialized Solution: Sized as Collet No. 3 for specific automotive wheel applications.

Specs

• Manufacturer: Snap-On
• Manufacturer Part Number: L162-400-44
• Collet Number: No. 3
• Taper Type: Low Taper
• Component Type: Precision Collet

Direct replacement models

Snap-On L162-400-44

You will receive the same product or an OEM-Equivalent that meets the highest standard of the OEM with warranty that will be a direct-fit. Manufactured with rigorous industry standards and certified in the USA with superior quality to the OEM.