Çeliksan Sledgehammer Flat Type Without Handle 5 kg

Çeliksan Sledgehammer Flat Type Head Only 5 kg

General Description
The Çeliksan Sledgehammer Flat Type Head Only 5 kg is a high-strength hand tool designed for applications requiring heavy impact. Its availability as a head-only tool allows the user to freely choose their preferred handle. It delivers effective results in industrial work, metal fabrication, construction, and repair applications.

Areas of Use
Metal forming and forging processes
Mold and part removal applications
Heavy impact tasks in construction sites
Automotive and industrial maintenance operations
General use in workshops and repair shops

Product Features
5 kg weight for powerful impact
Flat type head provides broad surface and controlled strikes
Heat-treated steel body for long-lasting use
Head-only design allows for personalized handle selection
Protective coating against rust

Estimated Average Weight
Net weight: 5.0 kg
Total weight with handle attached: May vary between 5.3 – 5.5 kg

How to Attach the Handle

1. Handle Selection: The appropriate handle for a sledgehammer should typically be made of hardwood (e.g., beech, oak) or composite fiber material.
The end of the handle must fit snugly into the sledgehammer head, leaving no gaps.

2. Attachment Process: The end of the handle is sanded and shaped to comfortably fit into the sledgehammer head.
The head is placed onto the handle and carefully secured with a hammer.
After securing, a wooden wedge or metal shim is inserted into the top of the handle to expand it.
This expansion ensures the handle is firmly gripped within the head and prevents it from coming loose.
Finally, epoxy adhesive can be applied between the handle and the head for extra security.

3. Check: If the sledgehammer head wiggles on the handle after attachment, the process should be repeated.
A perfect fit between the handle and head is critical for safe use.

Recommendations for Healthy and Safe Use

Use of protective equipment: Safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toed boots should be worn during work.

Flat surface and stable stance: When using a sledgehammer, avoid slippery surfaces and ensure a balanced stance.

Handle check: Before each use, check if the handle is loose.

Striking direction and force: The sledgehammer's striking direction should be clear, and it should be used in a way that avoids damaging surrounding objects.

Rest intervals: During prolonged use, take breaks for hand and wrist health.