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+86-17692703999 No. 6, West Side Auxiliary Road,
Sunshine Street, Linxi County, Xingtai
City, Hebei Province
Sunshine Street, Linxi County, Xingtai
City, Hebei Province
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124-3240
CAT
Part Number 1243240 (124-3240) is a chrome-plated articulating hitch pin (also known as a linkage pin) designed for Caterpillar heavy-duty construction machinery.
Primary Function
Facilitates rotational movement between machine frames: Acting as a pivot pin, it connects the front and rear frames, enabling the motor grader to execute articulated steering—thereby enhancing the machine's maneuverability and reducing its turning radius.
-Key Application Locations:
- Articulating Hitch Group Assembly: Its primary application; typically installed at the Upper Hitch Point to facilitate the connection and rotational movement between the front and rear frames.
- Motor Grader Steering System: Used at hydraulic cylinder connection points.
- Other Linkage or Chassis Pivot Points: Applicable wherever rotational pivoting is required within the linkage or chassis structure.
Product Features and Advantages:
- Chrome-Plated Surface: Enhances wear resistance and corrosion resistance, thereby extending the product's service life.
- High-Strength Steel: Heat-treated to withstand heavy impact loads and repetitive rotational stress.
- Precision-Engineered: Matches original equipment (OEM) dimensions precisely, ensuring direct installation without the need for modifications.
This component is a chrome-plated straight pin; its chrome surface treatment significantly boosts its resistance to wear and corrosion, making it ideal for long-term use in harsh operating environments.
Compatible Equipment
Primarily used on Caterpillar Motor Graders:
- Common Models: 12H, 120H, 120, 140H, 140, 160, 163, 143, etc. (Also applicable to specific configurations within the K-Series, such as the 12K, 140K, and 160K).
Typical Applications
- Road Construction and Grading: Motor graders require frequent articulated steering to precisely control blade angles and travel paths; this pin ensures smooth and stable steering performance.
- Earthmoving, Mining, and Maintenance: Maintains the machine's structural integrity and grading precision in harsh environments characterized by heavy loads, vibration, mud, and debris. - Repair and Replacement: Classified as high-wear consumable parts (Wear Items), regular inspection and replacement help prevent loosening, abnormal noises, or a decline in precision, thereby avoiding extensive rework caused by minor components.
