Astec Chain-Driven Equipment Down: Seized Chain Pins

Seized chain pins are blocking restarts on Astec chain-driven equipment.

Fast quotes. Faster pin removal.

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Why Pins Seize Up

Seized pins stall operations, driving up downtime costs under pressure. Safety hazards spike from risky torch methods during urgent fixes. Corrosion, wear, and contamination jam pins tight, halting movement.

Why This Happens

Corrosion builds up over time, bonding pins to chain links. Wear from load cycling expands metal, creating friction that locks components. Contamination packs in debris, leading to failures that stop equipment cold.

Why Operators Choose Kingpin Breaker

Safer repairs with no torch needed

Quick removal via hydraulic force

Cuts downtime in breakdowns

Portable for field service ease

Controlled press prevents damage

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Built to Perform.

PIN LENGTH RANGE

2.25" – 7.8"

INCLUDES MULTI-CHAIN KIT

(2) Pin Cavities, (4) Pushpins, (5) Spacers

DIMENSIONS (Tool Body)

16.5" × 2.5" × 16"

PIN DIAMETER

1.125" and below

HYDRAULIC CYLINDER

15-ton Hand Pump (foot pedal available)

WEIGHT

28 lbs.

Why Maintenance Teams Trust Kingpin Breaker

Fast. Safe. Simple. Versatile.

Fast

Break even the most

stubborn chains in about

two minutes.

Safe

Reduce hand and back injuries — no hammers, torches, or channel locks.

Simple

Lightweight, intuitive design. Set up and service chains immediately.

Versatile

One tool for almost all chain sizes — fits in tight spaces with ease.

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How it Works

From Setup to Break in Minutes.

STEP 1

Secure & Align

Secure the chain link and alignpushpin

STEP 1

Secure & Align

Secure the chain link and alignpushpin

STEP 1

Secure & Align

Secure the chain link and alignpushpin

STEP 1

Secure & Align

Secure the chain link and alignpushpin

STEP 2

Build Pressure

Pump until pressure builds (hand or foot pedal)

STEP 2

Build Pressure

Pump until pressure builds (hand or foot pedal)

STEP 2

Build Pressure

Pump until pressure builds (hand or foot pedal)

STEP 2

Build Pressure

Pump until pressure builds (hand or foot pedal)

STEP 3

Drive Out Pin

Drive out the pin cleanly — no shock or damage

STEP 3

Drive Out Pin

Drive out the pin cleanly — no shock or damage

STEP 3

Drive Out Pin

Drive out the pin cleanly — no shock or damage

STEP 3

Drive Out Pin

Drive out the pin cleanly — no shock or damage

STEP 4

Move & Repeat

Move to the next link and repeat

STEP 4

Move & Repeat

Move to the next link and repeat

STEP 4

Move & Repeat

Move to the next link and repeat

STEP 4

Move & Repeat

Move to the next link and repeat

Real Breakdown Scenarios We Fix

Pins frozen after extended heavy-duty cycles on chain-driven systems

Seized joints blocking chain movement during routine inspections

Stuck pins halting equipment restarts post-maintenance

Jammed components from debris buildup in operation

Locked pins under load pressure preventing disassembly

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Seized pin? Not for long.

Kingpin Breaker

Make stubborn pins tap out.

Contact

Email: cooper@kingpinbreaker.com

Phone: (262) 781-3870

Location

Wisconsin, USA

Kingpin Breaker is an aftermarket tool compatible with chain systems used on Astec equipment. Not affiliated with Astec.