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Aluminium tool balancer housing with stainless steel cable and spring clip attachment

Ingersoll/Rand

Ingersoll/Rand BMDS-8 Tool Retractor 13.2-15.0 lb 8 ft

SKU CH-QAAF-YXC06

Tool balancer supports 13.2 to 17.6 lb tools with a 6.5 ft stainless-steel cable and aluminium housing

  • Product typeAngle, Pitch & Slope Locators
  • Supports tools up to 17.6 lb with spring-fail safety
  • Stainless-steel cable extends 6.5 ft for flexible reach
  • Lightweight aluminium housing keeps retractor at 11 in height
  • Non-locking fixed rotation allows free tool movement
  • Spring-clip attachment secures tools from 13.2 to 15.0 lb

Ingersoll/Rand BMDS-8 Tool Retractor

The Ingersoll/Rand BMDS-8 is a tool balancer designed to suspend equipment weighing between 13.2 and 17.6 lb. It uses a 6.5 ft stainless-steel cable housed in an aluminum reel with a suspension shackle mount. The unit measures 11 in high when retracted and attaches tools via a spring clip.

Suited for fixed-position assembly stations

This balancer suits operators who need constant tension on tools within the 13.2 to 17.6 lb range at a fixed overhead point. The non-locking drum and fixed rotation mean it will not hold a tool at a set height or allow the cable to swivel freely. Workers who need a locking mechanism or full rotational movement should look at a different design.

6.5 ft stainless-steel cable length

The 6.5 ft cable determines the maximum working reach from the mounting point. Verify that this travel distance covers the full range of motion required at the workstation before purchase.

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Price $199.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 2,474 comparable items (median $23.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameIngersoll-Rand
Product typeAngle, Pitch & Slope Locators

Questions about this item

How much noise or heat does the BMDS-8 retractor generate during all-day operation?

The unit has no motor or electronics, so it produces no measurable noise or heat during continuous use.

What must I already own to install and use the BMDS-8 retractor?

You need an overhead mounting point that can accept the suspension shackle and a tool weighing between 13.2 and 17.6 lb with a compatible spring-clip attachment.

Will the 6.5 ft stainless-steel cable and fixed reel work with my existing tool trolley and heavier air tools?

The cable extends 6.5 ft from an 11 in retracted height; it supports tools up to 17.6 lb, so heavier air tools exceed the rated capacity and are not recommended.

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