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CGOLDENWALL YQ-30 Hydraulic Flange Spreader 8T

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Our verdict

An entry point CGOLDENWALL spreader rated at 8 tons and up, worth considering when the FS-14's 14 ton, 81mm spec is more capacity than the job needs.

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ASIN: B077GQBT8KModel: YQ-30Category: Spreader Clamps

Overview

A portable hydraulic flange spreader from CGOLDENWALL's YQ-30 line, an integrated pliers-style tool rated for at least 8 tons of spreading force to pry open stuck pipe flange joints.

YQ-30 sits below the FS-14 in CGOLDENWALL's spreader lineup, rated at a minimum of 8 tons rather than 14, and built in a pliers-style body the listing calls stretching pliers rather than the FS-14's block-style integral housing.

  • Minimum 8 ton (>=8T) rated hydraulic force
  • Integrated pliers-style one-piece body
  • Portable hand-operated hydraulic pump
  • Positioned below the FS-14 in CGOLDENWALL's spreader lineup

Who it's for

For jobs where a lighter, lower-force spreader is enough to crack open a flange joint and a plier-style grip is easier to position by hand than a bulkier block tool.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Rated for at least 8 tons of spreading force
  • Integrated pliers-style body needs no separate hose
  • Portable for carrying to the job site
Cons
  • No maximum spread distance listed

Performance notes

As an integrated pliers-style spreader, the hydraulic ram and jaws are built into one plier-shaped body that closes around the flange gap and forces it open by hand pump, rather than requiring a separate hose-connected pump unit. The listing states a minimum 8 ton rating but does not give a maximum jaw opening.

Specifications

BrandCgoldenwall
ModelYQ-30

Frequently asked questions

How much force does the YQ-30 provide?

It's rated for a minimum of 8 tons of hydraulic spreading force.

Is it the same as the FS-14?

No, the YQ-30 is a lighter, plier-style model rated at 8 tons and up, versus the FS-14's 14 ton rating.

Does it list a maximum spread width?

No, only the minimum 8 ton force rating is given in the listing.