Hog Tie
The Hog Tie boiler tube joint alignment tool speeds the welding process for boiler tube waterwall panel replacement by quickly and accurately aligning new boiler tube ends with existing tubes.
The Hog Tie boiler tube joint alignment tool speeds the welding process for boiler tube waterwall panel replacement by quickly and accurately aligning new boiler tube ends with existing tubes in preparation for creating welded tube joints.
Accurate tube alignment helps to make a better welded tube joint and reduces the risk of tube joint failure due to inaccurate alignment, which saves time and money on costly boiler shut-down and re-work.
Features of the Hog Tie
Align tube ends quickly for tube joint tack welding.
Ideal for waterwall, economizer, header, crossover, superheat, reheat, and generating tubes.
Speeds boiler tube waterwall welding process.
Reduces the risk of costly tube joint failure due to misalignment.
Safety lanyard easily connects clamp halves for fall protection.
Made of high-strength precision machined steel for long service.
Replaceable threaded inserts.
Available kits come with everything needed.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Working Range | 1.125" O.D. – 3.25" (see chart for sizes) |
| Bolt Head Size | 7/8" |
| Shipping Weight (1 set) | 12 lbs |
| Shipping Weight (2 sets) | 22 lbs |
| Shipping Weight w/ Impact | 18 lbs |
| Shipping Dimensions | 20" × 11" × 4" |
Available Kits
Standard
HTK-…(1) Clamp half with threaded hole
(1) Clamp half with through hole
(1) Safety lanyard
(1) Operating and maintenance instructions
Double Tube (single bolt) Hog Tie add-on: (2) Bolt with washer and cap (1 spare), (1) Threaded Insert (spare)
Standard with Impact
HTKI-…(1) Clamp half with threaded hole
(1) Clamp half with through hole
(1) Safety lanyard
(1) Operating and maintenance instructions
(1) 1/2" / 12.7mm drive impact tool
(1) 7/8" impact socket
Double Tube (single bolt) Hog Tie add-on: (2) Bolt with washer and cap (1 spare), (1) Threaded Insert (spare)
Rental
Rental tool kits are setup and packaged to meet your specific job and application requirements. Your tool arrives ready to go with only the parts necessary for your job.
Learn About Rentals →Reference Charts
Hog Tie Size Chart
| Type | Hog Tie Kit # | Tube O.D. (in) | Tube O.D. (mm) | Membrane Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Tube (Single Bolt) | HTK-11812 | 1.125 | 28.6 | 0.5" / 12.7mm membrane |
| HTK-11412 | 1.250 | 31.75 | 0.5" / 12.7mm membrane | |
| HTK-13812 | 1.375 | 34.9 | 0.5" / 12.7mm membrane | |
| HTK-11212 | 1.500 | 38.1 | 0.5" / 12.7mm membrane | |
| Single Tube (Double Bolt) | HTK-134 | 1.750 | 44.5 | Min. 0.5" / 12.7mm |
| HTK-200 | 2.000 | 50.8 | Min. 0.5" / 12.7mm | |
| HTK-214 | 2.250 | 57.2 | Min. 0.5" / 12.7mm | |
| HTK-238 | 2.375 | 60.3 | Min. 0.5" / 12.7mm | |
| HTK-212 | 2.500 | 63.5 | Min. 0.5" / 12.7mm | |
| HTK-234 | 2.750 | 69.9 | Min. 0.5" / 12.7mm | |
| HTK-300 | 3.000 | 76.2 | Min. 0.5" / 12.7mm | |
| HTK-314 | 3.250 | 82.6 | Min. 0.5" / 12.7mm |
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