ALoc
Fasteners are common on Beechcraft airplanes and
latches on many cowlings. The design consists of
a simple stud with a pin pressed in the shank. The
pin must be installed after the stud is installed
and removed prior to removing the stud. Some panel
applications for #2, #5, and #7 studs may use a
wear grommet. Unlike a ZLoc Fastener, this grommet
probably does not require replacement when replacing
studs. ALoc Fasteners are made in various stud blank
lengths and this length is indicated by the 1st
Dash#. Each length can have up to 10 2nd Dash#s,
or
grip sizes. The 2nd Dash# indicates the maximum
grip range in .010 increments. Note that the ALoc
design has
the
least grip range of all 1/4 turn fasteners. Skybolt
primarily stocks certain sizes in Stainless Steel
for replacement purposes only. Pin Installation
Tools are expensive and hard to obtain. To remove
an ALoc Stud, clip or die grind the pin enough to
remove. Modify a standard pair of Vise Grip Pliers
with a die grinder by grinding a slot in one jaw
to provide relief when the pin is pressed through
the stud.
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