BXT 2-32: An Expert Tool for Heavy Duty Applications

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Battery powered strapping tools are especially useful in heavy duty applications. These battery operated tools are also perfect for the lumber and metal packaging industry. These industries were previously using only steel banding, but with the invention of plastic and poly strapping many industries have switched to poly strapping and the battery operated tools which make the task easier to complete.

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The Signode BXT2-32 is a fully automated combination tool. It comes with a 36V lithium ion battery and provides a maximum joint efficiency of 75%. It also comes with two batteries and a charger. The important feature of this battery is that it is long lasting and the recharge process is very quick too. This tool can be run in either manual or automatic mode.

Signode BXT2-32 offers a lot of flexibility. For example, in the manual mode it has a tension button and a weld/cut button. The tension button can be toggled and the feedwheel pulls the strap to the desired tensioning level until the button is released. However, most people in the industry feel that the automatic mode is the best as the process is very simple. Since the strapping can be preset, it automatically switches to weld and cuts. There is also a safety sensor attached to the tool. The safety sensor is to ensure that the worker is not injured in any way as he/she will be holding the tool with both hands.

Specifications

  • Strap qualities: Polyester (PET)
  • Strap dimensions: 1” and 1-1/4”
  • Max Tension: 1460 lbs
  • Sealing type: Friction weld sealing
  • Weight including battery: 14.3 lbs.

There are a lot of advantages to using this tool. Because it is fitted with a brushless motor, the efficiency is increased. To add to this, the lithium- ion battery that has proven its worth time and again by being very durable. Wear and tear is minimal.

Most of the customers who use the BXT2-32 feel that it is very cost-effective and they are surprised at the amount of tension and balance of the tool. Since it is portable, it is easily portable around the workroom. Most of all it gives close to 200 strap cycles per battery charge. Once the charge is over the other battery can be used and the dead battery can be put on the charger. The battery gets recharged in 15 minutes and restores 80 % of the battery’s power and a full charge takes an hour.

If you are considering the BXT2-32, Allstrap provides an in-person demonstration. With the biggest stock of Signode tools, give them a call for more information.