Çeliksan Sledgehammer Flat Type Without Handle 8 kg

Çeliksan Sledgehammer, Flat Type, Head Only, 8 kg

General Description
The Çeliksan Sledgehammer, Flat Type, Head Only, 8 kg, is a high-durability hand tool designed for applications requiring heavy impact. Its head-only presentation allows the user to freely choose their preferred handle. It delivers effective results in industrial work, metalworking, construction, and repair applications.

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

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

Estimated Average Weight
Net weight: 8.0 kg
Total weight with handle attached: May vary between 8.3 – 8.5 kg

How to Attach the Handle?

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

2. Attachment Process: The end of the handle is sanded and shaped to easily 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 process ensures the handle is firmly jammed 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 wobbles on the handle after attachment, the process should be repeated.
A perfect fit between the handle and the head is critical for safe use.

Recommendations for Healthy and Safe Use

Use of protective equipment: Safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toed shoes should be worn when working.

Stable stance on a flat surface: When using a sledgehammer, slippery surfaces should be avoided, and a balanced stance should be maintained.

Handle check: Before each use, check if the handle has loosened.

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

Rest breaks: During prolonged use, take breaks to protect hand and wrist health.