Ken-Tool 31432 Pneumatic Bead Expander, T132, 24 to 34 Inch Tire Diameter, 2-1/4 Inch Tube
- Ken-Tool 31432 Pneumatic Bead Expander (T132) compresses the tread to expand and seat tire beads on larger passenger and light truck tires. It features a neoprene inner tube with a durable nylon cover and safety valves for controlled inflation. This is a general service tool, not a replacement part.
- Features:
- 24 to 34 inch tire diameter range covers common belted bias ply and steel belted radial applications for passenger and light truck service.
- Neoprene inner tube with nylon cover withstands contact with oil, grease, solvents, and acids for long service life.
- Over pressure relief valve and external quick release valve support safer, controlled inflation and deflation during bead seating.
- 2-1/4 inch tube diameter provides broad contact to compress the tread evenly and help seat stubborn beads quickly.
- General purpose tool for tire bead seating; not vehicle specific and not a replacement part for another SKU.
- Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Ken-Tool
- Part Number: 31432
- Product Type: Pneumatic bead expander
- Model: T132
- Tire Diameter Range: 24 to 34 inches
- Tube Diameter: 2-1/4 inch
- Construction: Neoprene inner tube with nylon cover
- Safety Features: Over pressure relief valve; external quick release valve
- Maximum Inflation Pressure: 50 psi
- Weight: 2.8 lb
- System Compatibility / Application: Seats beads on larger passenger and light truck tires; general service tool and not designed as a replacement part for a specific SKU
- Quantity: One bead expander
- The pneumatic bead expander can also be referred to as tire bead expander, pneumatic bead seater expander, T132 bead expander, tire bead compressor strap, and bead seating expander.
Ken-Tool manufactures professional tire and wheel service tools for automotive and commercial use, engineering bead expanders and related equipment for dependable performance in daily shop operations.
Q: What tire sizes does the T132 model cover?
A: It is specified for tires with diameters from 24 to 34 inches.
Q: What safety controls are built in?
A: It includes an over pressure relief valve and an external quick release valve to help manage inflation and deflation safely.
Q: What is the maximum inflation pressure?
A: The manual specifies a maximum of 50 psi for this bead expander.