Catalogue 1 - Tech Europe
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Catalogue 1 - Tech Europe
balance weight technology Leaders in balance weight innovation and design, Made in UK to Original Equipment Standards Contents Zinc clip-on weights for cars & vans for steel wheels for alloy wheels 4 5 Steel clip-on weights for cars & vans for steel wheels TRAXLOK® for alloy wheels Why use steel for balance weights? 6 7 8 Adhesive strips & rolls Steel strips (standard) Steel strips (special) TRAXSOFT® Steel adhesive rolls 9 10 11 12 Steel adhesive Original Equipment 13 Truck weights 14 Balancing Compound, Valves, Motorsport 15 Motorcycle weights 16 Assortment boxes 17 Packaging 18 Technical Information Essential guidance for fitting adhesive weights to new alloy rims Using uncoated zinc weights Guide for fitting adhesive weights Tyre compound application Tyre compound user chart 19 20 21 22 23 Leading the way in balance weight manufacture… 2 From its origins in 1989, the TRAX® brand is recognised as one of the world’s leading balance weight manufacturers. Supplying both Original Equipment and aftermarkets, the company has continued to develop class-leading balance weight designs and manufacturing in the UK. The company invented the CAM-BACK™ weight, widely regarded as the best solution available for universal fitment to steel wheels. Now, continuing to pioneer the use of lead-free materials, TRAX® has invented the TRAX-LOK® process, incorporating the CAM-BACK™ solution to enable the manufacture of steel clip-on weights. Exporting to over 25 countries and with a subsidiary in the USA, TRAX® is an international business. Suppliers to Original Equipment TRAX® wins and retains Original Equipment (OE) business on the strength of its product design and quality. TRAX® has also supplied lead-free balance weights to Formula 1, GP2 and MotoGP racing worldwide. The company has a wide range of problem solving and consultancy skills in product design and manufacture. TRAX® brand - OE design and quality built in The TRAX® brand means you get OE levels of design expertise and quality. TRAX® is widely recognised to represent customer service, superior product design, and consistent quality. This is even more relevant in today’s markets with low quality, low cost weights readily available. Designed to be universal in application, TRAX® weights are accepted as a brand leader in many markets. CAM-BACK™ 3 balance weight technology Clip-on weights for cars & vans Zn Zinc clip-on weights for steel wheels 200X Universal CAM-BACK™ (uncoated) CAM-BACK™ weights Our most popular weight. The CAM-BACK™ design, invented by TRAX®, ensures the weight fits the widest range of steel wheels and ensures maximum retention. See ‘The benefits’ article to left for more information. Uncoated. The benefits 1 2 Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g Box quantities: 5/30g 100pcs/box; 35/60g 50pcs/box 3 1. SAFETY – The top cam increases the force required to remove the weight which ensures it will not fall away from the rim. 2. RETENTION – The bottom cam forces the weight body away from the rim thereby opening the spring clip and significantly increasing retention. This increased retention ensures no movement of the weight on thin section rims which can cause imbalance. 200C Universal CAM-BACK™ weight (plastic coated) 200C with added plastic coating to OE standards. Approved by Renault and Volvo. Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g Box quantities: 5/30g 100pcs/box; 35/60g 50pcs/box 3. SLIMLINE – The slimline shape allows good wheel trim clearance. 207C Special weight for RENAULT steel wheels (plastic coated) Heavy braking can make weights slide around the rim causing imbalance and wheel vibration. CAM-BACK™ weights eliminate this problem by giving the highest retention and a universal fitment across heavy duty and thin section rims. Developed for RENAULT the series 207C to fit steel rims 5 to 25g with improved fit and retention. The 5g is made of steel and Clip-only. The CAM-BACK™ design for maximum safety & retention. Plastic coated to OE standards. Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25g without CAM-BACK™ with CAM-BACK ™ Coated or uncoated weights? Uncoated zinc weights have been widely fitted on steel wheels across Europe (including Scandinavia) since 2005. Over 80% of weights sold for steel wheels have been uncoated. Please see page 20 for more details Box quantities: 25 weights per box 222C Special weight for thin section steel wheels (plastic coated) Developed with Ford, the series 222C gives high levels of retention on thin section steel wheels. The weight is designed to fit rim horns typically down to 1.5mm thickness. The CAM-BACK™ design is incorporated for maximum safety & retention. Plastic coated to OE standards. Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g Box quantities: 25 weights per box 840C Special weight for heavy duty steel wheels (plastic coated) This weight is designed to fit heavy duty steel wheels as found on light trucks up to 3.5 tonnes (eg Ford Transit, MB Sprinter, Renault Trafic, VW Transporter) Plastic coated to OE standards. Zn Zinc clip-on weights for alloy wheels 326C Universal weight for alloy wheels (plastic coated) Alloy wheel fitment guide Designed to fit most European cars with rim horns 4.5/6.5mm thick. Approved by Volvo and Renault. For thicker rims (as found on some Japanese cars) the series 340C is recommended. Plastic coated to OE standards. Alloy wheel rim horns will vary significantly in shape, height and depth. Each car manufacturer can have a different alloy rim shape depending on the rim manufacturer. Wide tolerances are allowed within ETRTO specifications. Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g Box quantities: 5/30g 100 pcs/box; 35/60g 50 pcs/box Also available in 25 pcs/box For guidance only. Rim Section 326X Universal weight for alloy wheels (uncoated) Designed to fit most European cars with rim horns 4.5/6.5mm thick. Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g Box quantities: 5/30g 100 pcs/box; 35/60g 50 pcs/box 326C 340C 340C Japanese and thick section alloy wheels (plastic coated) Designed to fit thicker section alloy rim horns 6.5/7.5mm, as found on many Japanese cars, Nissan, Honda and Toyota. Plastic coated to OE standards. a Typical dimension of (a) 326C Universal Weight 4.5/6.5mm 340C Japanese/heavy section 6.6/7.5mm Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50g Box quantities: 25 weights per box 324C High retention CAM-BACK weight for alloy wheels (plastic coated) ™ Outside these ranges adhesive weights are recommended. Developed with Ford for high levels of retention on alloy wheels. The CAM-BACK™ design opens the clip for improved retention. Plastic coated to OE standards. Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g Box quantities: 25 weights per box 328C Weight for alloy wheels for RENAULT 30-60g (plastic coated) Developed with RENAULT to fit alloy rims 30g and over with improved fit and retention. For 25g and below use 326C. Size range: 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g Box quantities: 25 weights per box Size range: 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 70, 80, 90g Box quantities: 25 weights per box 4 5 balance weight technology Fe Steel clip-on weights for steel wheels The most universal weight solution available for European alloy wheels Incorporates the TRAX® CAM-BACK™ solution for maximum safety and retention • Fits more steel rims than any other balance weight • Made from STEEL – the best environmental and ecological solution • Slimline weight body design for wheel trim clearance Fe Steel clip-on weights for alloy wheels A precision steel clip offering a higher quality and more consistent spring than is available with Zinc weights. 1 710C Universal steel weight for alloy wheels High quality appearance on alloy rims by specially designed weight body and clip. An engineered universal steel weight for alloy wheels. Design registrations Community Design No: 00126077-0001 European Patents applied for 09724199.6, 11164281.5 Plastic coated over zinc sacrificial plating to OE standards for high levels of corrosion resistance. 150C (plastic coated) / 150E (standard coated) Universal steel weight for steel wheels TRAX-LOK™ Special clip Stable, precise, reliable Safety Upper cam Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50g Box quantities: 5/30g 100pcs/box; 35/50g 50pcs/box Patent applications and design registrations applied for The most universal and advanced weight on the market. The unique TRAX-LOK™ design offers the highest level of balance weight technology. Incorporating the TRAX® CAM-BACK™ invention, this advanced design is easy to fit and will give superior retention. 150C: Plastic coated over zinc sacrificial plating to OE standards for high levels of corrosion resistance. Retention Bottom cam 2 3 The slimline weights is hidden under the wheel rim ensuring no damage or loosening when hitting the kerb. A special process has been incorporated into the balance weight assembly to ensure a uniquely strong clip bond with a high degree of accuracy ensuring a constant fitment every time. Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50g Box quantities: 5/30g 100pcs/box; 35/50g 50pcs/box For easy fitting Rounded clip Good fit Not recommended CAR Unsuitable LIGHT TRUCK 3.5T TRAX SERIES Thin Section Mid Section Semi Roll Thick Section Heavy Roll Light Roll 150 200 222 840 6 7 balance weight technology Why use steel for balance weights? Adhesive strips & rolls Steel adhesive strips - standard Why use TRAX® adhesive weights? TRAX® adhesive strips have superior corrosion resistance. Low quality weights can be rusty when opened in the original boxes. Top picture shows a quality TRAX® adhesive weight after salt spray corrosion testing. Bottom picture shows a low quality alternative. Steel balance weights are used almost exclusively by car manufacturers in the USA (since 2009) with Japan using steel since 1999. Steel was preferred over zinc and composite materials as it is considered the most suitable lead-free material available when considering recyclability, ecology (groundwater), density and cost. Steel (or iron) adhesive weights are approved by FORD, VOLVO, LAND ROVER, RENAULT, HONDA, TOYOTA. In Europe, TRAX® has pioneered the use of steel as a material for balance weights. Steel is the natural choice as a balance weight material. TRAX® Low quality alternative • The best balance weight accuracy • More environmental than zinc or composite materials weights & easier to recycle • The most ecological solution. Non-toxic & Easy on the environment & groundwaters • Steel is the most commonly used material in car production • Steel is 20% more dense than zinc alloy and 40% more dense than composite materials • Steel is not a commodity (unlike zinc), which encourages more stable costs 605E-060-TX00 Slimline Universal adhesive strip – 60g 3.8mm high x 19mm wide. High Quality Zinc coating, oversized liner for easy application. Also available in a 5kg roll. (605E-500-SP01). Size range: 60g strip: 12x5g Box quantities: 100 strips per carton. 610E-060-TX50 Slimline Universal adhesive strip – 60g 605E 5g only strip 3.8mm high x 19mm wide. High Quality Zinc coating, oversized liner for easy application. Size range: 60g strip: 4x5g & 4x10g Box quantities: 50 strips per box – 4 boxes per carton 200 strips per carton. 605C-060-TX50 Slimline Universal adhesive strip – 60g (plastic coated) 3.8mm high x 19mm wide. High Quality plastic coating, oversized liner for easy application. Size range: 60g strip: 12x5g Box quantities: 50 strips per box – 4 boxes per carton 200 strips per carton. Also available boxed neutral, 100 strips (605C-060-WH00) High quality & easy to use packaging 8 Fe • 4 boxes of 50 strips in each carton – easy to use and easy to stock and sell • TRAX® branding gives quality confidence • The 12Kg cartons are designed to be easily lifted with minimum effort 610E universal strip 605C coated universal strip 9 balance weight technology Steel adhesive strips - specials 620C-040-TX50 Extra slimline adhesive strip 2.8mm high – 40g 2.8mm high, 19mm wide. High weight recommended for use where caliper clearance is a problem. High Quality powder coating, oversized liner for easy application. Size range: 40g strip 8x5g Box quantities: 50 strips per box – 4 boxes per carton 200 strips per carton. 635C for black alloy wheels 635C-060-TX50 BLACK adhesive strip – 60g (for cars and motorcycles) 4.8mm high, 15mm wide. High Quality Black powder coating, oversized liner for easy application. A black plastic coated adhesive strip ideal for black alloy wheels. ® Fe The new extra bond adhesive weight solution – it will stick when other weights are falling off • Sticks better to poorly cleaned surfaces • No water ingress under the tape – the soft foam fits on non-smooth surfaces • Higher bonding strength at elevated temperatures • Can be fitted on cold alloy rims in winter - down to -5ºC • High quality tape made in Germany by Lohmann 607C-060-TX50 BLACK Slimline Universal adhesive strip – 60g • Poor wheel cleaning • Fitting on to cold rims (with condensation) • Poor quality adhesive tape For these reasons if you require an adhesive weight which gives you the most reliable fitment then the TRAX® 615C with LOHMANN tape is recommended. The tape has a higher instant tack to the rims with the softer foam allowing the weight to form better to the rim and minimise water ingress underneath the adhesive which can encourage the weight to fall of. Size range: 60g strip 4x5g & 4x10g Box quantities: 50 strips per box – 4 boxes per carton 200 strips per carton. 3.8mm high x 19mm wide. High Quality Black powder coating, oversized liner for easy application. Size range: 60g strip: 12x5g Box quantities: 50 strips per box – 4 boxes per carton. 200 strips per carton. Adhesive weights can fall off for a number of reasons: In particular the LOHMANN tape can be fitted on cold rims down to -5ºC. Typical “blue liner” adhesive weights are not recommended for cold weather use as the adhesive is designed to be used at room temperatures with bonding levels significantly reduced as temperatures fall. Size range: 60g strip 4x5g & 4x10g Box quantities: 50 strips per box – 4 boxes per carton 200 strips per carton. 607C for black alloy wheels 615C-060-TX 50 Premium steel adhesive strip – 60g (plastic coated) Also available in a 5kg roll. (616C-500-SP01). With oversized liner for easy liner removal Fe 680C-100-TX10 Heavy duty adhesive strip – 100g for Truck & 4x4 6,8mm high, 20mm wide. A heavy duty adhesive weight for truck. 4x 25g sections made from steel. Plastic coated with OE tape for high adhesion of this heavy weight. Size range: 100g strip 4x25g Box quantities: boxed 10 Please see guidance for the correct fitting of adhesive weights – page 19, 21 BEST for non-smooth surfaces & for tyre shop winter fitting ALLOY RIMS ARE NOT SMOOTH Traditional “blue liner” adhesive tape foam is hard and sits on top of non-smooth surfaces. This does not maximise adhesion strength and can cause moisture to get underneath the adhesive TRAXSOFT® IS BETTER As a soft foam TRAXSOFT® will fill non-smooth surfaces thereby minimising moisture ingress underneath the adhesive HARD FOAM TAPE Rough surface alloy wheel SOFT FOAM TAPE Rough surface alloy wheel 10 11 balance weight technology Fe Steel adhesive rolls Adhesive rolls - easy to use, more convenient, less waste Fe 611M-060-TX50 Slimline 60g strip 3.8mm high, 20mm wide High quality zinc sacrificial corrosion protection to last over 600 hours and high performance OE specification tape. As approved by Ford and Renault. 20mm wide. The weight can be supplied cut to size 5g to 60g. 2 choices – STANDARD or PREMIUM Please see guidance for the correct fitting of adhesive weights – page 19, 21 Steel adhesive – Original Equipment 605E-500-SP01 Standard adhesive roll 3.8mm high. 19mm wide. High Quality Zinc coating, oversized liner for easy application. 5Kg roll - 5g x1000 pieces 616C–500-SP01 TRAXSOFT Premium adhesive roll (plastic coated) ® Same as the 615C but 5g only. High quality Lohmann tape. More details on page 11. Also available in 5g & 10g strips, part number 615C-060-TX50. 5Kg roll - 5g x1000 pieces Size range: 60g (4x5g & 4x10g) Box quantities: 50 pieces per box 650C heavy duty 623M-060-TX50 Slimline 60g strip 3.8mm high, 20mm wide, Approved by RENAULT High quality zinc sacrificial corrosion protection to last over 600 hours. High Quality Lohmann tape (Made in Germany), with Easy to fit TRAX® fitting aids (UK Patent pending). Good for low surface energy paint. High Bonding strength across high and low temperatures. Can be fitted on cold rims at -5°C. Size range: 60g (12x5g) Box quantities: 50 pieces per box 650C Heavy duty 6.8mm high, 20mm wide (plastic coated) 605E 5g from a roll Approved by Land Rover & Ford, this weight is ideal where larger sizes are required up to 100g. High quality tape, corrosion protection to OE standards. Fits 16”” to 30” rims. 20mm wide. 660C standard g 100 Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, 95, 100g Box quantities: Packed 25 pieces per box 660C Standard 5.8mm high, 15mm wide (plastic coated) Standard size steel adhesive weight, High quality tape & corrosion to OE standards. Width 15mm. 80g Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80g Box quantities: Packed 25 pieces per box 670C Slimline 3.8mm high, 20mm wide, (plastic coated) Approved by Volvo, a slimline weight with corrosion protection to OE standards. High quality tape. 20mm wide. 60g Fitting adhesive weights to new alloy rims – “Essential Guidance” please see page 19 Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g Box quantities: Packed 25 pieces per box 12 13 balance weight technology Truck weights Balancing Compound, Valves, Motorsport 810X LEAD clip-on weight for Tubeless truck rims TRAX® truck tyre compound Fits tubeless truck wheels - a popular weight in use for many years. Sizes 50g to 200g are slimline in shape to ensure clearance with steering parts which can be a problem on the inside of some truck wheels. • Deals with all vibrations in the tyre/wheel assembly, not only Size Range: 50, 75, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400g Box Quantities: 10 weights per box 810 • • • with mass imbalances. Provides full performance through the life of the tyre. Easy and cost-efficient to use. Non-toxic. Major advantages for the user are: 840C . ZINC clip-on weight for heavy duty steel wheels – for vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes, (plastic coated) This weight is designed to fit heavy duty steel rims as found on light trucks up to 3.5 tonnes (eg Ford Transit, MB Sprinter, Renault Trafic, VW Transporter). Plastic coated to OE standards. Size Range: 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 70, 80, 90g Box Quantities: 25 weights per box 680C Truck & 4x4 STEEL adhesive strip 100g (plastic coated) A heavy duty adhesive weight for truck. 4x 25g sections made from steel. Plastic coated with OE tape for high adhesion of this heavy weight. 6.6mm high x 20mm wide. Size Range: 4x25g (100g strip) Box Quantities: 10 weights per box 850X LEAD adhesive weight, extra heavy duty truck, 200g (plastic coated) Made from lead, a heavy lead strip for use on truck alloy rims. Cut to the required size in 50g segments. OE quality tape for high adhesion of this heavy weight. 13.00mm high x 19mm wide, fitted with OE tape • • • • Reduced tyre wear, extended tyre life Improved ride quality Dampened vibration Decreased component and maintenance cost Tubeless valves A tyre valve is a safety critical component and only valves from know quality sources are recommended. Low quality valves can cause rapid tyre deflation with damage to tyres and potentially creating a dangerous driving situation. It is for this reason that Trax® only sells valves from known quality suppliers. Motorsport adhesive weights 615C-060-TX50 TRAXSOFT® Developed for OE and motorsport use. Made from steel. Superior adhesion at high temperatures. High tack for good initial bond on fitment. Please see page 11 for more information. Size Range: 4x50g (200g strip) Box Quantities: boxed 10 790X-090-TX50 A traditional weight for motorsport. Bends easily to the rim with a quality adhesive backing. Made from lead. 2.4mm high x 25.7mm wide. Size range: 90g strip Box quantities: Packed 50 pieces per box 14 15 balance weight technology Motorcycle Assortment boxes Motorcycle adhesive weights Please enquire regarding assortment boxes – these are usually made to order 635C-060-TX50 Black STEEL adhesive strip – 60g For motorcycles and cars, 4.8mm high by 15mm wide. Black coated - ideal for black motorcyle wheels which are becoming more popular. Plastic boxes Clip-on and adhesive weights. Size range: 60g strip 4x5g & 4x10g Box quantities: 50 strips per box – 4 boxes per carton 200 strips per carton. 950 950X-050-TX50 Motorcycle LEAD adhesive – 50g 6.5mm high x 11mm wide. A lead strip with 2.5g and 5g segments. Fitted with OE tape. Size range: 50g 7x5g & 6x2.5g Box quantities: 50 pieces per box 660C Premium – 5 to 30g 5.8mm high, 15mm wide, plastic coated. Individual single piece steel weights with high quality plastic coating and adhesive tape. A premium product to OE standards. Size Range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30g Box Quantities: boxed 25 660C 16 X Starter packs Ideal for new weights eg. Steel clip-on weights TRAX-LOK™ Universal clip-on weights 10/40g mixed (100 pieces) A popular seller. Useful as a starter pack for small users. An assortment of 100 weights 5g to 40g. 17 X balance weight technology Packaging Adhesive rolls Please see the TRAX® website www.traxjh.com to view the TRAX® balance weight packing details Fitting adhesive weights to new or refurbished alloy wheels Essential guidance Adhesive weights New or refurbished alloy rims may have coatings and lacquers applied to the alloy surface. Also when the rim paint is being dried, waxes can come to the surface creating a low surface energy (non-stick) and not allowing the adhesive weight to properly bond to the rim. For this reason it is essential to clean the rims where the weight is to be applied to ensure that there are no traces of chemicals on the surface (eg wax or silicon). Failure to clean the rim can lead to adhesive weights falling off within days of fitment, causing balancing failure. Strong TRAX® branded cardboard boxes. 5kg. Clip-on weights Adhesive strips are in strong quality TRAX branded boxes. A carton weighs 8kg to 12kg with 4 boxes inside. ® Easy to carry, stock and sell. Wet wipes are recommended for rim cleaning containing an appropriate cleaning agent (eg isoproponol). On weight application, the wheel rim should be dry and be at a minimum temperature of 16°C (60°F). After removal of the backing liner, the weight should be fitted immediately and a minimum 60N pressure applied for approximately 3 seconds as tape pressure is required to enable good bonding. Typically this can be achieved by hand pressure but may not be reliable. The adhesive should not be touched before fitment to the rim. Even with good surface cleaning, problems have been found whereby over time (a few days or up to 3 weeks) good initial adhesion can deteriorate to an extent where the weight can fall off. This can be caused by the leaching of low surface energy substances (eg wax) coming through the freshly painted rims over time. Should such an event occur, it is necessary to investigate the paint or lacquer used to ensure that at all times the surface energy where the adhesive weight is fitted is above a recommended 37 dynes. Adhesives will only work if the surface energy (measure in dynes) is sufficiently high to ensure a good chemical bond. Initial bond is typically achieved approximately 15 minutes after fitment; maximum bond strength may not be achieved until 24/72 hours after fitment. It is recommended to store adhesive weights in a cool dry location away from direct sunlight and they should be used within 1 year of purchase. Depending on the wheel radius, there may be a small visible gap between the adhesive and the rim, either on the centre or to the outer edges of the weight. This is due to radii difference as the weight fitment meets a compromise on various rim sizes. The balance weights have been tested to withstand a minimum shear force to Original Equipment standards and, whilst desirable, it is not essential to have the adhesive in contact across all of the surface to achieve specification. Please enquire for neutral packing options. TRAX® Can create private labels. 18 © TRAX JH Ltd May 2012 19 balance weight technology Uncoated zinc weights Application guidelines for TRAX® adhesive balance weights Zinc balance weights and ‘white rust’ corrosion Artificial tests do not represent what happens in real conditions on a wheel Laboratory tests for the corrosion testing of zinc balance weights rely on spraying a salt water solution in a chamber to create a “fog” (mist) around the weight for several hundred hours (eg ASTM B117, ISO 9227, DIN 50021 SS). Typically 240 hours in a laboratory test is claimed to represent 5 years life on a car. Balance weights put into a static salty wet environment for several hundred hours can display a heavy flocculent white deposit (zinc hydroxide) and pictures of such weights have been shown around the balance weight market as below: LABORATORY ENVIRONMENT REAL ENVIRONMENT Example of a picture of weights shown in the market. This hows uncoated zinc weights placed into an artificial laboratory salt spray environment. Uncoated zinc weight after having been fitted to a steel wheel running approximately 16,000Km (10,000 miles) over 18 months (UK). The surface has darkened with superficial corrosion which does not affect the weight performance or the steel wheel. This weight was fitted to a 3.5 tonne light truck with no wheel trims for maximum exposure to the road. Laboratory tests are useful for a comparison between the performance of different surfaces and materials but do not represent what happens on wheel in real life conditions. In addition the aftermarket would not expect a weight to last for 5 years but the life of the tyre which would typically be around half of this time or less with the seasonal change over from summer to winter tyres. Car companies use weights with corrosion protection as the specification is for the part to last the life of the car or a minimum 5 years. 1 2 3 4 Prepare wheel Cut to correct weight Remove protective liner Apply weight Good surface cleaning is essential. Prepare the wheel by removing any excess dirt or break dust using a clean cloth and an appropriate cleaning agent (eg ispoproponol 90%). The wheel temperature ideally should be a mininum 16⁰C as lower rim temperatures will affect the ability of the adhesive to give a satisfactory intitial bond. Once the wheel has been cleaned in the required imbalance zone, cut the strip or roll to the required weight. It is recommended to use scissors or a sharp knife to avoid rupturing or folding over the adhesive. Remove the protective liner from the underside of the adhesive. Care must be taken not to touch or contaminate the exposed adhesive to dirt or grease prior to application. Fit the adhesive weight to the identified imbalance zone and apply even pressure across the balance weight to ensure that maximum adhesion is gained. Balance weight adhesive tape is pressure sensitive and the weight should be pushed hard across the length for 2-3 seconds to ensure a satisfactory initial bond. It is recommended not to re-seat the weight to ensure optimum adhesion. The primary reason given for the difference between laboratory test and real conditions is that when exposed to the weather the weights develop a protective skin called a “patina”. This patina comprises of zinc carbonate and offers an inert corrosion protection layer for the zinc metal. Detail of how the zinc carbonate “patina” will form are as below. This process is more commonly known as “weathering” with the effects of exposure to rain water, free air circulation, and constant wetting and drying. In addition there is often a heavy deposit of black brake dust and dirt building up on the weights which will give some additional protection. The continuous wetting and drying as seen in real life on a wheel gives fast “weathering” and the build up of the protective “patina” zinc carbonate layer. Patina information FITTING ADHESIVE WEIGHTS TO NEW OR REFURBISHED ALLOY RIMS – weights may not stick The formation of the zinc patina begins with exposure of the zinc weight to atmospheric oxygen. Initially a thin layer of zinc oxide develops on the surface as a result of the oxygen reacting with the zinc. This oxide layer reacts with water to form a white gelatinous zinc hydroxide (“white rust”). A new or refurbished alloy rim may look clean but the surface paint or lacquer can have fresh wax or chemicals which do not allow a good adhesive bond. Please see the next page for details of fitting adhesive weights to new or refurbished alloy rims During a drying phase the zinc hydroxide reacts with the carbon dioxide in the atmosphere forming a thin layer of zinc carbonate (patina). The rate of patina formation will depend on the environmental conditions but the constant wetting and drying as found on a wheel represents good conditions for this weathering process. TRAXSOFT® series 615C/616C SP(roll) is recommend for new or refurbished alloy rims – with special LOHMANN adhesive tape. • If the drying phase does not happen the zinc hydroxide (“white rust”) continues to form thereby showing heavy “white rust” formation as shown by the above left hand photograph. • TRAX® offers the market a choice of coated or uncoated clip-on weights. There is a market for both. Distributors and tyre retailers are being advised it is essential to corrosion protect zinc balance weights and are not given a choice encouraging them to use more expensive coated weights. Uncoated weights are now being widely fitted across aftermarkets in Europe. 20 © TRAX JH Ltd May 2012 Storage – It is recommended to store adhesive weights in a cool dry location away from direct sunlight. They should be used within 1 year of purchase. Fitting adhesive weights in cold weather – Below 16ºC standard adhesive tapes (eg “blue liner”) will loose their stickiness leading to potential bonding problems on cold and damp alloy rims. Series 615C/616C SP (roll) is recommended with the special LOHMANN adhesive tape which can be fitted to cold rims down to -5 ºC © TRAX JH Ltd May 2012 21 truck tyre compound - print on white.pdf 1 09/05/2012 16:14 balance weight technology TRAX® truck tyre compound Product code Description 890X-012-BG01 TRAX® truck tyre compound size chart TRUCK TYRE CHART Note: TRAX® TRUCK TYRE COMPOUND is onlyCOMPOUND suitable for tyresSIZE explicitly rated for commercial application. TRAX® TRUCK TYRE COMPOUND is not recommended for application in car tyres. Size (g) Bags per outer box Bags per inner box 12oz Truck Tyre Compound 340 40 4x10 890X-010-BG01 10oz Truck Tyre Compound 280 40 4x10 890X-008-BG01 8oz Truck Tyre Compound 230 40 4x10 890X-006-BG01 6oz Truck Tyre Compound 170 40 2x20 890X-004-BG01 4oz Truck Tyre Compound 115 40 2x20 890X-003-BG01 3oz Truck Tyre Compound 85 40 2x20 APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: ANWENDUNG: • • • • • • • Apply bead lubricant carefully. Select the bag according to TRAX® size chart. Place the bag inside the tyre without opening it. Mount and inflate the tyre as usual. We recommend the use of a metal valve cap. TRAX® disclaims any responsibility for air loss or the damage due to air loss if a self-sealing cap is not installed after installing the bag or checking air pressure. For further information on general handling of the product, please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet, available through your supplier. • • • Streichen Sie den Wulst sorgfältig mit Paste ein. Wählen Sie den passenden Beutel nach der TRAX® Größentabelle . Legen Sie den Beutel ungeöffnet in den Reifen. Montieren und pumpen Sie den Reifen auf wie immer. Wir empfehlen, eine Metallventilkappe zu verwenden. TRAX® haften nicht für Luftverlust oder Schäden aufgrund von Luftverlust, wenn nach der Installation des Beutels oder beim Überprüfen des Luftdrucks keine selbstdichtende (Metall-)Ventilkappe installiert wird. Für weitere Informationen zum allgemeinen Umgang mit dem Produkt verweisen wir auf das Sicherheitsdaten-blatt, das Ihr Lieferant zur Verfügung stellen kann. INSTRUCTIONS D’APPLICATION: • • • • • Appliquez avec soin le lubrifiant sur le talon. Sélectionnez un sachet en fonction des indicationsdu tableau de TRAX®. Placez le sachet à l’intérieur du pneu, sans l’ouvrir. Montez et gonflez le pneu comme habituellement. Nous recommandons l’utilisation d’un bouchon de valve en métal. TRAX® dénie toute responsabilité pour toute perte d’airou dommages provoqués par perte d’air si le capuchon auto-obturant n’est pas installé après l’installation du sachet ou la vérification de pression d’air. Pour plus d’information concernant la gestion du produit en générale veuillez consulter la fiche de données de sécurité, disponible par votre fournisseur. 22 INSTRUCCIONES DE APLICACIÓN: • • • • • Aplique lubricante de cuentas con cuidado. Seleccione una bolsa de acuerdo a tabla de tamanos TRAX®. Lugar la bolsa a l’interior del neumatico sin abrirlo. Monte e inflar el neumatico come de costumbre. Se recomienda el uso de un tapon e la valvula demetal. TRAX® renuncia a cualquier responsabilidad porpérdida de aire o daño por consecuencia de la pérdida de aire si no se instala una capa de sellado automático después de instalar la bolsa o verificar la presión de aire. Para más información sobre el manejo general del producto, consultra la Hoja de Datos de Seguridad del Material que está disponible por su proveedor. 23 HEAD OFFICE TRAX JH Ltd 66 Mochdre Enterprise Park Newtown . Powys SY16 4LE . UK Tel: +44 (0) 1686 610 169 Fax: +44 (0) 1686 628 959 [email protected] www.TRAXjh.com GERMAN OFFICE Tel: +49 (0) 8092 854 871 Fax: +49 (0) 8092 854 869 [email protected] USA OFFICE TRAX JH USA Inc 2324 Circuit Way Brooksville FL 34604 . USA Tel: 888-487-2954 Tel: 888-4TRAXJH Fax: 352-799-1112 [email protected] www.TRAXjh-usa.com Specifications are liable to change without notice. The pictures and graphics are to be used as a guide only and are not guaranteed to represent product shape or appearance. TRAX® is a registered trade mark. Patent applications and design registrations apply. © TRAX JH Ltd May 2012