In Focus: Posi Lock Model 104 general purpose puller

The Posi Lock Model 104 general purpose puller is designed to remove gears, bearings, pulleys and other press fit items. The device's patented, steel Safety Cage holds the jaws open or closed, preventing them from slipping, flexing or snapping back at the user. The T-handle opens, closes, aligns and locks the jaws automatically. The slim, tapered jaws allow easier gripping and access to tight spots, according to the company. With a one-person operation, the tool has a 5-ton capacity, a 4" reach and a 1/2" to 5" spread. The puller weighs 4 lbs and comes fully assembled with no loose parts.

Selling points

The Model 104 is a general purpose puller that eliminates the need for many expensive specialty pullers. Posi Lock gear and bearing pullers feature a patented steel Safety Cage, and are well-known for ease of use, safety and superior craftsmanship. Posi Lock pullers are designed to be a one-person operation for increased efficiency and productivity. They are designed to be complete tools, fully assembled with no parts to lose.

Features and benefits

Posi Lock pullers have been designed for effective removal of stubborn gears, bearings, pulleys and other press fit items. The Safety Cage guides the jaws for fast setup, solid contact and superior safety. It holds the jaws securely in either open or closed positions, preventing the jaws from slipping/flexing and snapping back at the user. Slim tapered jaws allow for easier gripping and better access to tight spots, and there is leverage up front for vise-like power and no slippage. The tool's T-handle opens, closes, aligns and locks the jaws automatically, thus substantially increasing productivity, tool life and safety for the technician.

Application

Posi Lock pullers are meant for anything that has a motor and that has gears and bearings that eventually need maintenance. Pullers are used to remove gears, bearings, pulleys, and press fit items on cars, trucks, trains, buses, airplanes, construction equipment, farming equipment, motorcycles, boats/yachts/barges, print presses, mining operations, logging equipment, HVAC equipment and more.

Origin

In 1978, Dean Somerville, founder of Posi Lock, was struggling while doing maintenance on a tractor with a floppy jaw puller. He was pressed for time, as he had plans to go out hunting. It was at that moment that he decided to make a gear and bearing puller that was safer, easier and faster to use.

Manufacturing specs

All Posi Lock products are assembled in the Posi Lock facility located in Cooperstown, N.D.

The Model 104 features:

a 5-ton capacity
a 4" reach
a 0.05"-5" spread
a weight of 4 lbs

Storage and display

The Model 104 is shipped individually. Pallets are available. The Model 104 is available in a clamshell so it can be hung up on a wall individually. The company offers countertop display stands for the Model 104. Sets are available with display boards that hang on the wall of a truck.

Testimonials

"Great, long lasting, GREAT LOOKING... tools made by fun professional people!!" - Chris Yager (Posi Lock Facebook site)

"Using a Posi Lock puller saved us over half the time it took us before when we used a crossarm bar. Oh ya, Posi Lock is the way to go!" – Mike Moritz, Shop Foreman, Dakota Turbines