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SP20100 Sherpa In Ground Play Detector

Reveal play in a vehicle’s suspension & steering components

About SP20100 Sherpa In Ground Play Detector

Sherpa, a leader in vehicle testing solutions for over 30 years, offers cutting-edge technology designed to meet the evolving needs of heavy vehicles. Manufactured in Germany, the Sherpa Play Detector is renowned for its precision and durability.

The robust, hot-dip galvanized test plates provide an expansive contact area, ensuring reliable results even under the toughest conditions. Hydraulically powered, these plates move laterally and lengthwise to detect worn-out or loose axle and steering components with pinpoint accuracy.

Designed for longevity and consistent performance, the Sherpa Play Detector ‘SP20100’ is an essential tool for thorough heavy vehicle inspections.

Technical Specifications

Axle load max. 20 t
Transverse and longitudinal plate movement 100 mm (± 50 mm)
Test plate dimensions (L x W x H) 750 x 900 x 12 mm
Device dimensions without cover plate (L x W x H) 600 x 600 x 160 mm
E-motor output for hydraulic unit 4 kW
Hydraulic pressure 200 bar
Thrust per cylinder 32 kN
Lifting speed ca. 6 cm/s
Electrical / control box, housing dimensions (L x W x H) 370 x 185 x 130 mm
HLP 46 hydraulic oil fill level 20 l
Supply voltage 415V 3PH 50Hz

Product Features

Play Detector
  • Play detector hydraulic for working pit
  • Two floor assemblies with hydraulic cylinder for lateral and lengthwise movement
  • Hot-dip galvanised test plates on low maintenance and low-wearing plastic sliding bearings or hard chrome steel shafts
Hydraulic Unit
  • High-performance hydraulic unit with tank and attached electrical / control box with main switch, switching and control elements
  • Operating unit with rocker switch and 12m cable
Additional Features
  • Foundation trays (2 pieces) as permanent casing, wet primed or hot-dip galvanised
  • Double-sided concurrent transverse and longitudinal movement for commercial vehicles
  • Automatic plate movement, with adjustable number of movements and changeover speed
  • Floor assembly with hard chrome steel shafts
  • LED hand lamp incl. cable remote control or codable radio remote control
  • Single wheel movement
  • Automatic mid-position, via program controlled signal sensor

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