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Backfill Tampers

Our APT Model 131 Backfill Tamper has a wide range of applications ranging from foundation and pavement repair, temporary filling of holes, asphalt packing, or the installation of power or telephone poles. Also providing you with a choice of 3 styles of butts to suit your every workplace need.

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M131 BACKFILL TAMPER

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Tackle a variety of tasks with the APT M131, built for jobs like foundation repair, pavement patching, asphalt packing, and setting power or telephone poles.

Choose from three butt styles to match the tool to your specific application and get the right fit for every jobsite.

SPECIFICATIONS
New Part # 1280582241 1280582242 1280582243
Old Part # 5214 5214-03 5214-04
Butt Type 6" 3" Pole
Bore Diameter 1 ½”
Stroke 5 ½”
Blows per Minute 670
CFM @ 90 PSI 38-42
Weight 37 lbs
Length 51 ⅞”
Air Inlet Size ½” NPT Female

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M131 APT Spec Sheet

Specification Sheet

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Parts List

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Accessories

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BACKFILL TAMPERS

Standard Features

  • ‣  Built-in automatic oiler
  • ‣  Flapper valve design allows dirt to pass without stopping the tool
  • ‣  Your choice of butt style:
  • -    Internally reinforced malleable iron butt 6" diameter
  • -    3" diameter (solid) butt
  • -    Pole (half-moon)        
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Air Pressure

The recommended air requirement for the operation of APT tools is 90 psi (6.2 bar). Lower air pressure will decrease power, too high a pressure will increase unwanted stresses in the tool. For proper CFM ratings, please refer to the specification chart above.

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Hose Size

APT recommends the use of at least 1⁄2” inside diameter or larger hoses to assure sufficient air flow to the tool. For portable compressor hose and longer lengths, 3⁄4 “ hose is recommended. Keep the overall length of the hose to a minimum to prevent pressure loss at the tool.

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Connecting Hoses

Hoses should be rated for a minimum of 250 psi (17.2 bar). Before connecting the air hose to the tool, check the tool inlet connector to be sure it is clean and free of dirt or debris. Keeping dirt and debris from entering the tool will assure long and satisfactory operation.

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