Kadee #146 Whisker Metal Couplers - Long Centerset : HO Scale

This industry leading coupler features an all metal coupler head, shank, and Whisker® centering spring and comes complete with insulated draft gearbox and lid. The #146 Magne-Matic® Whisker® Metal Coupler may be mounted with the included #242 Snap-Together Gearbox or with other manufacturers cast-on coupler pockets.

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 #26 coupler.

Includes:
(2) Pair #146 Whisker® Metal Couplers - Long Centerset Shank
(2) Pair #242 Snap-Together Gearboxes
(2) #622 Knuckle Springs

#146 Whisker® Metal Coupler Features:
Material     -   Metal
Shank Length     -   Long (25/64") (center hole to back of coupler head)
Coupler Offset     -   Centerset
Knuckle Spring     -   #622
Centering System     -   Whisker®
Head     -   Standard Head
Works In Place of     -   #26, #36 (#146 in a #252 box), long centerset "clone" couplers
Works With     -   #213, #232, #234, #242, #252, #262, manufacturer cast-on draft gearboxes

#242 Snap-Together Gearbox Features:
Material     -   Insulated Plastic
Lid Type     -   Snap-Together
Dimensions     -   7/16"L x 5/16"W x 1/8"H
Works With     -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and 40-Series, 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)

Recommended Tools:

#206 Insulated Muti-Purpose Coupler Height Gauge (not included)
#231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant (not included)
#237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers (not included)
#240 Double Headed Pin Vise (not included)
#241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick (not included)
#246 Tap (2-56) and Drills (#50 and #43) (not included)