Rapat Bucket Elevator Seized Pin Won't Remove – Line Down
Seized pins on Rapat bucket elevators block chain repairs and stall operations.
Why Pins Seize Up
Downtime mounts when seized pins halt your Rapat bucket elevator restart. Safety risks spike with stuck pins from corrosion, wear, or contamination. Maintenance teams face pressure to resolve without hazards.
Why This Happens
Corrosion and contamination build up, locking pins in place. Wear from load cycling packs material tightly, preventing extraction. Thermal effects expand components, causing pins to freeze and extend downtime.
Why Operators Choose Kingpin Breaker
Safer removal without torches or heat
Controlled force breaks seized pins free
Reduces downtime in urgent breakdowns
Portable for quick field repairs
Reliable on heavy chain systems
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.
How it Works
From Setup to Break in Minutes.
Real Breakdown Scenarios We Fix
Bucket elevator chain pins frozen after heavy load shifts, stopping material flow
Seized pins during routine inspection, delaying scheduled maintenance restarts
Stuck chain pins from buildup, halting conveyor operations mid-shift
Jammed pins in high-use setups, causing unexpected line shutdowns
Frozen pins blocking disassembly, extending repair times in the field
Request a Quote
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 Rapat equipment. Not affiliated with Rapat.