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TOOL LISTAPPENDIX 1
Hycomp compressor assemblies utilize “English Customary Measurements” for sizing tools and specifying torque
values, tolerances, and clearances.
Common tools and sizes suitable for Hycomp compressor service include:
o Open end box wrench set 3/8” to 1-1/4”
o 12 point 1/2” drive socket set & ratchet 1/2” to 1-1/4”
o 6 point 1/4” drive socket set & ratchet 3/8” to 3/4”
o 1/4”, 3/8”, ½” socket drive extensions
o 1/2” drive torque wrench 20-150 ft-lb
o 3/8” drive torque wrench 5-80 ft-lb
o 6”, 8”, 12”, 14” adjustable end wrench
o Flat head screwdriver assortment
o Phillips head screwdriver assortment
o Hex head wrench (Allen) assortment 5/32” to 3/8” (socket drive also suggested)
o Internal snap ring pliers
o Ball peen hammer
o Soft head mallet
o 6” or 8” Precision caliper (.0001 accuracy)
o Precision depth gauge dial indicator (.001 accuracy)
o ‘V’-belt gauge
o Gasket scraper tool
o 6” Rule
o Flashlight
o Brass drift
o Propane torch
o Multimeter (w/temperature probe desirable)
o Ammeter
o Abrasive pad (ScotchBrite or similar)
o Oil free silicone o-ring lubricant
o Tefl on pipe thread tape and Loctite 545 thread sealant
o High temperature silicone gasket sealer
o Thread locking compound (Loctite 242,246,and 266)
o Pipe wrench and or monkey wrench
o Pliers & diagonal cutter
o O-ring pick
o “Lock-Out / Tag-Out” set for secure power isolation
Special tools required for some service tasks include:
o Hycomp Rod Clamp Tool P/N SA003 – Required for piston removal.
o Hycomp Rod End Tool P/N SA004– Required for gas packing insertion.
o “Short” 3/8” hex head (Allen) wrench – Required on some air cooled cylinders to remove base fasteners.
o Hycomp Valve Clamp Tool P/N SA001– Required to remove/install threaded valve clamp.