kato tangless insert tool kato tangless insert tool (hand) he KATO Prewinder Hand (KPH) installation tool is designed for low volume user of KATO Tangless and tanged inserts. Unlike competitors that utilize plastic body parts the all-steel contraction of the KATO tool makes them sturdy and dependable. The KPH tool is designed with precision and durability in mind for manual installation of CoilThread inserts. Customers that install hundreds or thousands of inserts per month should consider using the KATO prewinder electricor air tool for a significant boost in productivity and reduced labor costs.
KATO strongly recommends using Prewinder style hand tools for ALL manual installation of Tangless and tanged CoilThread inserts up to 1/2" & and ALL fine thread sizes (UNF & Metric) above 1/2" & M12. The prewinder compresses the inserts allowing for much easier and consistent installation.kato tangless insert tool kato tangless insert tool kato tangless insert tool(Electric Driver) The KATO Hex Electric (KHE) installation tool is designed for medium to high volume users of KATO Tangless and Tanged bulk packaged CoilThread inserts (for Strip-Feed packaged inserts KATO recommends using the Prewinder Electric Tool). The KHE tool utilizes the KATO KFS-12 electric driver (CT5408), which incorporates a 1/4" Quick-Disconnect keyless chuck system. Operators can quickly and easily change the installation Mandrel Assembly from one thread size to another or between Tangless CoilThread and CoilThread (tanged) inserts.
In addition, the KHE tool is auto-reversing; once the insert is installed the driver will automatically reverse minimizing overall installation time. Utilizing a powerful electric motor and two torque adusting compression springs (one for smaller thread sizes and one for larger thread sizes) the KFS-12 electric driver (CT5408) is capable of installing thread sizes up to 3/8" & M12 (eliminating the need to purchase two drivers), while allowing operators to precisely adjust the auto-reversing torque to ensure consistent installation and prolong the life of the Mandrel Assembly.