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Offline kxxr

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Berylium No Spark Pliers
« on: May 19, 2012, 02:52:52 PM »
Where will I find a replacement bolt and nut for this gem? This one was there when I got these and it's kind of big and clumsy... any ideas?




Offline rusty

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Re: Berylium No Spark Pliers
« Reply #1 on: May 19, 2012, 03:17:46 PM »

Good question, since the original bolt & nut were probably not steel....

Do they make brass carriage bolts?

Hmm, yes, google says several places sell them, so, grab a brass carriage bolt, half thichness nut, and your trusty file...
(You will have to file off the square part under the head..)

Just a weathered light rust/WD40 mix patina.

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Re: Berylium No Spark Pliers
« Reply #2 on: May 19, 2012, 05:19:00 PM »
Hadn't thought of that.
Sounds like a plan. Filing is fun.

Offline Papa Tango

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Re: Berylium No Spark Pliers
« Reply #3 on: May 24, 2012, 06:28:17 PM »
You might be able to find a replacement at NSK Berylco.  They manufacture beryllium tools and have a plant in
Sweetwater, TN.  A new pair of pliers such as you have will cost around $80.00 or more so it would be worth fixing yours.  If interested here is their email:  marketing@ngkmetals.com

Good luck with the repair and let us know how you make out.

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Re: Berylium No Spark Pliers
« Reply #4 on: May 25, 2012, 06:42:17 AM »
Thanks! I will check it out.