#712 HO Scale Split Shank 3/4 size Old Time Plastic Couplers - Rust
This 3/4 size coupler has an extended Trip Pin mounted on a narrow gauge coupler to use with light duty old time equipment. The #711 & #712 works with Kadee's® full size HO-Scale Couplers. With this smaller coupler, gathering will not be as great nor can they bear the same loads as Kadee's® HO Couplers. They should easily handle loads common to the pre-1900 era.
This industry leading coupler features a plastic coupler and coil centering spring and comes complete with a insulated draft gearbox and lid. The #712 Magne-Matic® Split Shank Couplers may be body mounted on any flat surface; HO-Scale locomotives or rolling stock.
(The #702 Coupler Assembly Fixture can be used to ease assembly)
Unassembled Kit
Package Includes:
- (2) Pair Unassembled Split Shank Couplers
- (2) Pair Unassembled Gearboxes & Lids
- (5) Each #712 Trip Pins
- (6) Each #636 Centering Springs
- (4) Each #402 Self Tapping Screws 0-48 x 1/4"
It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage.
0-48 or 0-80 screws are the most commonly used screws.
Screw length will very depending on the mounting situation.
| Material | - Plastic |
| Shank Length | - (3/16") |
| Coupler Offset | - Centerset |
| Material | - Insulated Plastic |
| Dimensions | - 27/64"L x 15/64"W x 1/8"H |
| Mounting Height | - 11/32" |
| Centerline | - 25/64" |
| Trip Pin Height | - 1/32" |
| Center Hole | - 0-48 Screw. (Screw length will vary) no less then 1/4" length. |