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48L238 - Walter 48-L-238 Replacement Gear Housing Assembly

Packaging: 1 per each
$95.22/ea

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OVERVIEW

Restore Factory Performance with Genuine Walter Parts

In high-demand industrial environments, the reliability of your surface finishing tools is paramount to maintaining production schedules. The Walter 48L238 Gear Housing Complete is a genuine OEM replacement component designed specifically for Walter Surface Technologies' line of premium finishing tools. This housing is the structural backbone of the tool's transmission, encasing the critical gearing mechanisms that drive the Big Buff III and Line-Mate III units. When the original housing becomes damaged due to drops, excessive wear, or long-term fatigue, replacing it with a genuine part is the only way to guarantee the safety and efficiency of the equipment.

Manufactured to the exact tolerances required by Walter's engineering standards, this gear housing ensures that the internal pinion and bevel gears mesh correctly. Improper alignment caused by aftermarket or damaged housings can lead to accelerated wear, increased noise, and catastrophic failure of the drive train. The 48L238 is cast from a durable metal alloy capable of dissipating the heat generated during heavy-duty polishing and grinding applications, thereby protecting the internal lubricants and bearings from thermal breakdown.

Investing in OEM repair parts like the 48L238 allows facility managers and maintenance teams to extend the lifecycle of their capital equipment. Rather than discarding a high-value tool due to a housing fracture, a simple repair can return the unit to service at a fraction of the cost of replacement. This component is delivered as a "complete" housing unit, typically prepped for the installation of the spindle lock assembly and bearings, streamlining the repair process for your maintenance department.

Key Industrial Benefits

  • Exact Fitment: Guaranteed compatibility with specific Walter finishing tools, eliminating installation guesswork.
  • Thermal Management: High-quality alloy construction aids in cooling the gear set during prolonged operation.
  • Structural Rigidity: Provides a solid foundation for the spindle and bearings, reducing vibration and improving finish quality.
Additional Information
Packaging Description:1 per each
Product Type:Gear Housing, Replacement Part
Brand:Walter Surface Technologies
Compatible Brand/Model:Walter Big Buff III, Walter Line-Mate III
Part Number:48-L-238
Material:Cast Aluminum Alloy
Application:Maintenance, Tool Repair

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Walter Gear Housing Complete (48L238)

APPLICATIONS

  • Repairing Walter Big Buff III finishing tools
  • Repairing Walter Line-Mate III drum sanders
  • Replacing cracked or damaged gear housings
  • Restoring tools with worn spindle lock housing mounts
  • General power tool maintenance and refurbishment

FAQ

The 48L238 Gear Housing Complete is designed primarily for Walter Surface Technologies finishing tools, specifically the Big Buff III and Line-Mate III models. Always check your tool's parts diagram to confirm compatibility.

No, the 'Gear Housing Complete' typically refers to the metal housing casting itself. It usually does not include the ring and pinion gears, which must be transferred from the old unit or purchased separately.

Yes, this is a genuine Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) part from Walter Surface Technologies, ensuring the same quality and fit as the original component.

The gear housing may need replacement if it develops cracks from impact (dropping the tool), if the bearing seats become worn and loose, or if the mounting points for the spindle lock or handle are damaged.

The housing is manufactured from a durable cast metal alloy, typically aluminum, designed to provide strength while dissipating heat generated by the tool's transmission.

While descriptions vary by batch, 'Housing Complete' often implies the inclusion of the spindle lock mechanism installed in the housing. However, it is safest to assume you may need to transfer small hardware if not pictured.

Yes, if you are comfortable with power tool disassembly. It involves removing the tool head, extracting the armature and spindle assembly, and transferring them to the new housing.

If the noise is caused by a cracked housing allowing gears to misalign, yes. However, if the gears themselves are worn or teeth are broken, you will need to replace the gear set in addition to the housing.

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