Product description

This Snap-On Washer-Ball is a specialized spherical seating component engineered to provide self-aligning capabilities for clamping mechanisms and high-load fastening points. Used extensively in the tilt-tower or swing-arm assemblies of tire changers, this washer allows for slight angular adjustments while maintaining full surface contact, which is crucial for distributing clamping forces evenly across irregular surfaces. This unique design helps prevent stress concentrations that could lead to component fatigue or failure. In the rigorous world of professional automotive service, the ability of a machine to adjust to the specific geometry of a wheel or tire assembly is paramount, and this ball-style washer facilitates that flexibility. Manufactured from hardened steel, it resists compression and deformation under extreme pressure, ensuring that the machine's geometry remains stable throughout the tire-fitting process. For technicians looking to maintain the peak performance of their Snap-On equipment, this component is a vital replacement part for ensuring consistent and reliable operational results.

Product highlights

• Self-Aligning: Unique spherical design provides essential geometric flexibility.
• Force Distribution: Distributes clamping and structural loads evenly to prevent stress points.
• Hardened Steel: High-grade construction resists deformation under extreme pressure.
• System Versatility: Facilitates the adjustments required for modern wheel and tire service.
• Reliable Fitment: Direct-fit replacement ensures compatibility with Snap-On assembly standards.

Specs

• Manufacturer: Snap-On
• Manufacturer Part Number: ST0012142
• Component Type: Washer-Ball

Direct replacement models

Snap-On and Hofmann Tire Changers.

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.