Description
Greenlee EK1240LXB Description
Equipped with Bluetooth™ Communication enabled via the Greenlee Gator Eye app. Features LED display screen communicating pressure and battery levels as well as tool diagnostics with real-time tool feedback.
Greenlee EK1240LXB Features
- Intelligent Crimping System Technology includes a pressure sensor that monitors the crimping force of each crimp and provides the operator a visual and audible alert if the force is belows specifications
- State of the art 18V lithium ion (Li-ion) battery provides 70% more cycles per charge and faster cycle times
- Automatic Retraction Stop (ARS) which retracts the ram just enough to get ready for the next cycle saving time and energy
- LED light provides the operator with the battery charge and tool maintenance status
- Two-stage hydraulic system provides fast advance and power speeds, saving time
- Forward handle position improves tool balance
- One trigger controls all tool functions
- Crimping head rotates 350°
- Tools automatically retract when the crimping cycle is complete
- Overmolded tacky grip areas make gripping the tool easier and more comfortable
- LED work light illuminates dark work areas
- Greenlee battery-powered crimping tools now use bio-degradable oil
- Smart chargers control the charging current, charging voltage and battery temperature to maximize battery life
- Available with 120V, 12V or 230V battery charger or with 120V or 230V corded adapter in place of batteries and charger
- Three crimping head choices: EK1230L with 1.20 IN (30mm) opening uses Greenlee KC12, KA12 & KD12 crimping dies plus all industry U style crimping dies, EK1240L with 1.65 IN (42mm) opening uses Greenlee KC12, KA12 & KD12 crimping dies plus all industry U style crimping dies, EK1240KL uses Kearney PH2 style crimping dies
- Covered head models have two layers of PVC that total approximately 3/16 IN (4.8 mm) thick. The outer layer is black and the inner layer is red.
- U.S. Patents #6,206,663 and #6,065,326
Greenlee EK1240LXB Specifications
| Sub Brand | Gator |
| Type | Die style crimper |
| Application | 12 Ton Crimping |
| Standard | C/US UL Listed |
| Wire Size | 8 AWG - 750 Kcmil Cu & Al |
| Opening Size | 1.65 IN (42 mm) |
| Overall Length | 16.25 IN (413 mm) |
| Crimping Force | 24,000 lbs. (106 kN) |
| Crimping Capacity | 750 Kcmil (MCM) Cu & Al |
| Connector Type | Color-coded lugs and splices |
| Handle Type | Pistol Style with over molded rubber grip |