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BobTail® Next Step in LockBolt Evolution

BobTail® Next Step in LockBolt Evolution

BobTail® Next Step in LockBolt Evolution

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The document introduces the SNEP® BobTail, a next-generation LockBolt system by Alcoa Fastening Systems Industrial Division, emphasizing its superior performance over previous products.
Key Benefits
The BobTail system provides a stable clamp load even under vibration, fast installation times, and high fatigue strength due to its thread form. It also ensures a smooth installation process, reducing operator fatigue.
Technical Specifications
Detailed tables outline dimensions, grip ranges, and strength values for BobTail fasteners, with specifications for various head styles and materials, primarily carbon steel.
Installation and Tooling
Specific hydraulic and pneumatic tools are required for installation, with a focus on the correct nose assembly and power supply for different fastener diameters.
Part Number Construction
Instructions for constructing part numbers for ordering BobTail pins and collars are provided, including examples for metric and imperial sizes.
Installation Sequence
The process involves engaging the fastener tail, pulling the joint together, and swaging the collar into the pin grooves to generate clamp force, with shear strength varying by material and diameter.
Contact Information
Contact details for Alcoa Fastening Systems in England, France, and Germany are provided for further inquiries.
Disclaimer
The document concludes with a disclaimer that the information is for general guidance and not intended to create any warranty.
Overview
The tensile strength of BobTail fasteners is influenced by the shear resistance of the collar material and the number of grooves it fills, detailing the installation process and components involved.
Components
  • Head: The top part of the fastener.
  • Collar: Crucial for the swaging process, placed over the pin.
  • Pin: Inserted into the prepared hole and drawn into the tool during installation.
Installation Process
  1. The pin is placed into a prepared hole.
  2. The collar is placed over the pin.
  3. A tool is positioned onto the annular pull grooves and activated.
  4. A puller in the nose assembly draws the pin into the tool.
  5. The pin head is pulled against the material, and the anvil pushes the collar against the joint, generating an initial clamp.
  6. The tool swages the collar, increasing the clamp.
  7. Swaging of the collar into the pin lock grooves is completed, the tool ejects the fastener, and the puller is released, marking the completion of installation.
Key Points
  • The tensile strength is dependent on the collar material's shear resistance and groove filling.
  • The installation involves a sequence of steps ensuring a secure and strong joint.
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Catalog excerpts

BobTail® Next Step in LockBolt Evolution-1

BobTail The SNEP® Next step in Product Range LockBolt Evolution

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BobTail® Next Step in LockBolt Evolution-2

BobTail® Next step in LockBolt Evolution The Huck BobTail system includes LockBolts and installation tooling that will deliver you benefits beyond anything that Alcoa Fastening Systems Industrial Division has produced before. Key Benefits: Cycle Installation Speed Speed of fastener installation has to be seen to be believed with the 1/4 diameter BobTail fastener installing in less than 1 second. The 16mm diameter BobTail fastener installs in 2 seconds, up to twice as fast as any large diameter LockBolt on the market. To see installation video visit www.afshuck.net Smooth, shock free installation...

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Small Diameter BobTail Uninstalled Dimensions C Head Style: Round, Truss Head Material: Carbon Steel B Other head styles and materials available on request. Grip range and Length table Grip Range Grip Number Head and Collar Dimension Table Head Dimensions Collar Dimensions Installed Dimensions Installed Information and Max Hole Table Class 5.8 Installed Dimensions

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BobTail® Next Step in LockBolt Evolution-4

Metric Large Diameter BobTail Uninstalled Dimensions C Head Style: Flanged Material: Carbon Steel Other head styles and materials available on request. Grip range and Length table 12mm Grip Number Head and Collar Dimension Table Head Dimensions Installed Dimensions Collar Dimensions Installed Information and Max Hole Table Minimum Installed Strength Values Installed Dimensions

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Imperial Large Diameter BobTail Uninstalled Dimensions C Head Style: Round Material: Carbon Steel Other head styles and materials available on request. Grip range and Length table Grip Range Grip Number Head and Collar Dimension Table Head Dimensions Collar Dimensions Installed Dimensions Installed Information and Max Hole Table Minimum Installed Strength Values Diameter (mm) Installed Dimensions

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Part Number Construction Follow the form below to construct a part number for ordering BobTail pins and collars. Refer to the Grip Data chart for grip numbers. Small Diameter BobTail Pin (4,8 to 9,5mm) BT (HEAD STYLE) - (MATERIAL) (DIAMETER) - (GRIP NUMBER) (FINISH) Example: BT-R6-4GA is a BobTail LockBolt fastener, Round Head, Carbon Steel grade 5.8, 4.8mm (3/16”) Diameter, Grip 4 (3,2 - 9,5 mm), Zinc Electroplate. HeadStyle Round Truss Head Material Carbon Steel Grade 5.8 Carbon Steel Grade 8.8 Finish Zinc Electroplate Other Headstyles and materials available on request Large Diameter Imperial...

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Huck Tooling Systems There are many different types of installation systems for the BobTail, dependent of fastener diameter, application type and application access. Some of the most popular tools are shown below but this is just part of our BobTail tooling range. Discuss your requirements with our dedicated systems team to find the optimum solution to suit your need. To install BobTail the basic tooling requirement is: Installation Tool – Either pneumatic or hydraulic Nose Assembly – To match with the fastener and tool Powerig® – To supply power to hydraulic tools H Hydraulic P Pneumatic Additional...

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How It Works Installation Sequence How BobTail Works Clamp Force or Pre–Load: In the initial stages of the installation process, the tool engages and pulls on the tail of the fastener. The joint is pulled together before the anvil portion of the nose assembly is forced down the collar. This progressively locks (swages) it into the grooves of the harder pin. The pin and swaged collar combine to form the installed fastener. The squeezing action reduces the diameter of the collar, increasing its length. This in turn stretches the pin, generating a clamp force over the joint. Shear strength of BobTail...

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