Kadee #10 Bulk Pack 10 pair #5 NO.5 Metal Couplers : HO Scale

Package Includes:

(10) Pair NO.5 Metal Couplers - Medium Centerset Shank
(10) Pair #634 Centering Spring NO.5 Style
Extra #622 Knuckle Springs

This industry leading coupler features an all metal standard coupler, and #634 standard centering spring. The NO.5 Magne-Matic Metal Coupler may be mounted with the #213, #232, #234, #242 Gearboxes (not included) or with other manufacturers cast-on coupler pockets.

The 148 Whisker Coupler is equivalent to the NO.5 Metal Coupler.

It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage. Use the provided insulated gearbox or insulated #28 coupler.

Refer to our helpful Coupler Conversion Charts to determine the appropriate coupler to use on your model.

NO.5 Standard Coupler Instructions

10 pair per package
without Draft Gearboxes

Bulk Packs of #5 (NO.5) Metal Couplers without gearboxes

NO.5® Metal Coupler Features:
Material     -   Metal
Shank Length     -   Medium (9/32") (center hole to back of coupler head)
Coupler Offset     -   Centerset
Knuckle Spring     -   #622
Centering System     -   Standard Shank
Centering Spring     -   #634 Centering Spring NO.5® Style
Head     -   Standard Head
Works In Place of     -   #58, #28, #118, #119, #148, #158, most medium centerset "clone" couplers
Works With     -   #213, #232, #234, #242, most manufacturer cast-on draft gearboxes


#232 Plastic Draft Gearboxes & Lids (Not Included)
Features:
Material     -   Insulated Plastic
Dimensions     -   29/64"L x 19/64"W x 7/64"H
Works With     -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and all Whisker® Couplers

Mounting Specifications:
Mounting Height     -   29/64"
Centerline     -   25/64"
Trip Pin Height     -   1/32"
Center Hole     -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary)
Side Holes     -   0-48 Self-Tapping or 0-80 Machine Screws. (Screw length will vary)