sleeve puller
1 of 1noun/ˈsli:v pʊ.lər/
Forms:sleeve pullers
1
a tool used to remove sleeves or bushings from a shaft, pipe, or other cylindrical objects by exerting force and extracting them without causing damage
A sleeve puller is a tool used to remove tight-fitting sleeves, bearings, or other cylindrical parts from shafts or other machinery. It works by applying force evenly around the part, gradually pulling it off without causing damage. Sleeve pullers are commonly used in mechanical and automotive repair to remove parts that are pressed onto shafts, such as bearings or bushings. They come in various sizes to suit different applications and are essential for tasks that require precision and protection of the surrounding components.
- The mechanic used a sleeve puller to remove the bearing from the shaft.
- After hours of struggling, he finally decided to use a sleeve puller to take off the tight-fitting sleeve.
- The technician needed a sleeve puller to safely remove the old bearing without damaging the machine.
- I had to borrow a sleeve puller from the workshop to get the sleeve off the axle.
- He reached for the sleeve puller, as the old sleeve was stuck and would not come off with just his hands.