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Wear Prevention Products -  Coupler Carrier Wear Protectors


ZefTuf®-G Coupler Carrier ‘Drop-In’ Wear Protectors are 1-piece wear protectors that eliminate coupler shank wear. Superior cold flow and impact resistant properties. Available in 3/8”, 1/2”, 5/8” thickness.
Zef-Tuf - G Coupler Carrier Drop-In Wear Productors
Model Application Material Color Width Thickness Package Quantity
ZT-121 TTX Front Runner Cars ZefTuf-'G' Lime Green 16 3/4" 1/2" Each / Bulk
ZT-215-38 Replaces AAR Wear Plate 215 on type 'E' couplers or similar designs ZefTuf-'G' Lime Green 10 3/4" 3/8" Each / 44 per box
ZT-215
Replaces AAR Wear Plate 215 on type 'E' couplers or similar designs ZefTuf-'G'
Lime Green 10 3/4" 1/2" Each / 40 per box
ZT-215-58 Replaces AAR Wear Plate 215 on type 'E' couplers or similar designs ZefTuf-'G' Lime Green 10 3/4" 5/8" Each / 44 per box
ZT-217 Keystone & Freightmaster Type M-E 10" or 15" E.O.C. cushioning device or similar designs ZefTuf-'G' Lime Green 8 1/4" 1/2" Each / 40 per box

Specifications
Molecular Weight Temperature Extremes Coefficient of Friction Lubrication Precautions Heat
5-6 Million 140°F to -50°F 0.15 (Static/Dynamic) None required Coupler Carrier, Coupler Shims (if used), Coupler Shank and/or Shank Wear Plate must be smooth, free of foreign materials, weld splatter and rough or sharp edges No open flame.  Use caution when welding.  Allow welds to cool before installing.




ZefTuf®-G Flexible Coupler Carriers for ‘F’ Type Draft Sills eliminate coupler shank and draft sill basket wear. 50 pounds lighter than the steel alternative, these carriers are available in four sizes for varying coupler height requirements.
Zef-Tuf - Flexible Coupler Carriers for F-Type Draft Sills
Model Material Color Width Dim 'A' Dim 'B' Dim 'C' Package Quantity
ZT-360-01 ZefTuf Lime Green 11 5/8" 5/8" 3 3/4" 5 3/8" Each / 90 per skid
ZT-360-02 ZefTuf Lime Green 11 5/8" 7/8" 4" 5 5/8" Each / 90 per skid
ZT-360-03 ZefTuf Lime Green 11 5/8" 1 1/8" 4 1/4" 5 7/8" Each / 90 per skid
ZT-360-04 ZefTuf Lime Green 11 5/8" 1 3/8" 4 1/2" 6 1/8" Each / 90 per skid

Specifications
Molecular Weight Temperature Extremes Coefficient of Friction Lubrication Precautions Heat
5-6 Million 140°F to -50°F 0.15 (Static/Dynamic) None required Remove sharp edges, weld splatter No open flame.




ZefTuf®-G Coupler Carrier ‘Weld-On’ Wear Protectors incorporate our patented bonding process to A-36 steel for easy weld-on application without removing the coupler. Eliminates coupler shank inspection and reconditioning costs.
Zef-Tuf - HD Coupler Carrier Weld-On Wear Productors
Model Material Color Width "B" Depth Thickness "A" Package Quantity
ZT-326-3A ZefTuf-HD Green 10 15/16" 4 1/2" 3/8" Each / 14 per box
ZT-326-4A ZefTuf-HD Green 10 15/16" 4 1/2" 1/2" Each / 10 per box
ZT-326-5A ZefTuf-HD Green 10 15/16" 4 1/2" 5/8" Each / 8 per box
ZT-327-3A ZefTuf-HD Green 18" 4 1/2" 3/8" Each / 14 box
ZT-327-4A ZefTuf-HD Green 18" 4 1/2" 1/2" Each / 10 box

Specifications
Molecular Weight Temperature Extremes Coefficient of Friction Lubrication Precautions Heat
5-6 Million 140°F to -50°F 0.15 (Static/Dynamic) None required Coupler Carrier, Coupler shims (if used), Coupler Shank and/or Shank Wear Plate must be smooth, free of foreign materials, weld splatter and rough or sharp edges. No open flame.  Use caution when welding.  Allow welds to cool before installing.




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