All You Need to Know About Huck® Bobtails® in 2024
With cutting-edge technology, Huck® Bobtails® was created to satisfy the needs of many assembly applications. Grade 5 and Grade 8 Bobtails are available in various sizes, providing unrivalled durability and performance.
Its distinct pintail-free design allows for secure installation in less than two seconds per unit, offering unmatched installation efficiency. Additionally, the BobTail has outstanding fatigue strength—it outperforms standard nuts and bolts by a ratio of five.
Advantages of Using Huck® Bobtails®
The innovative low-swage technology allows easy installation with a lightweight and ergonomic Huck® Bolt® tool. This technology also stands out for its no-break-off pintail, which provides exceptional corrosion resistance. The no-break pintail is the best in class, and a rapid visual examination guarantees a high-quality connection.
Huck® Bobtail® Installation
The Huck® Bobtail® installation process is easy to understand and follow, requiring less time and lasting longer. The four-step process involves securing the collar onto the pin, rotating the collar onto the pin, using the Huck® Bolt® tool for annular pull grooves, applying pressure on the collar, driving the collar into the pin's lock grooves, and ejecting the fasteners.
With no gap in the metal-to-metal contact, Huck® Bobtail® provides a secure connection that works even in severe environments. The swaged Bobtail collar forms a connection that resists vibrations and lasts for years. With its ease of installation, the Bobtail sets a new standard for utility and productivity and represents a new class of Huck Bolts®.