Custom 240 Series Bucket Tooth Heavy-Duty Excavator Wear Parts

1. Applications

The 240 Series Bucket Tooth is versatile for a wide range of light-to-medium Earthmoving and Construction duties:

• Trenching & Utility Line Installation: Sharp nose cuts through packed ground and dense clays.
• General Earthmoving & Digging: Ideal for topsoil, loose sand, gravel, and dirt.
• Landscaping & Site Preparation: Efficient digging for grading and residential construction.
• Agricultural & Municipal Maintenance: Backhoe and skid-steer bucket applications.

2. Key Features

1. High-Impact Alloy Steel Construction: Cast or forged from premium low-alloy steel for maximum tensile strength and core toughness under harsh working conditions.
2. Optimized Digging Profile: Self-sharpening wedge shape delivers clean penetration in dirt, clay, gravel, and packed soil, reducing fuel consumption and machine drag.
3. Precision-Matted Pocket Fit: Tight tolerance manufacturing minimizes pocket movement, preventing adapter wear and pin breakage.
4. Full Quench & Temper Heat Treatment: Through-hardened to 48–52 HRC to deliver exceptional surface wear resistance without becoming brittle.
5. Standard Side-Flex Pin Retention: Compatible with standard 24FP flex pins for quick, secure hammer-in installation and removal.
6. OEM / Custom Brand Stamping: Customizable logo, part numbering, and surface finishes available for wholesale and private-label distributors.

3.Technical Specifications

4. Accessories & Matching Components

To ensure complete bucket assembly, the 240 Series bucket tooth operates within a complete system:

Retention Pin:

24FP Flex Pin : Steel pin with bonded vulcanized rubber cushion that flexes into place to hold the tooth securely on the adapter nose.

Compatible Adapters:

240010 Weld-On Adapters: Standard weld-on adapter for loader and excavator bucket lips (e.g., 1-1/4″ lip thickness).

Bolt-On Center & Corner Adapters: Designed for easy replacement on skid steer and backhoe cutting edges.

5. Manufacturing Process

1. Precision Investment Casting / Forging: High-grade alloy steel is cast or drop-forged using precision molds to yield exact pocket dimensions and uniform grain structure.
2. Automated Machining: Side-pin holes and internal fitment surfaces are cleaned and sized to tight tolerances to prevent play on the adapter nose.
3. Quenching & Tempering Heat Treatment: Computer-controlled thermal treating brings the tooth matrix to 48–52 HRC, balancing hard outer wear resistance with an impact-absorbing inner core.
4. Quality Inspection: Every batch undergoes dimensional checking, hardness testing, tensile testing, and magnetic particle inspection (MPI) for crack detection.
5. Surface Finish & Coating: Finished with durable protective powder coating or industrial paint (custom colors available).

6. Installation & Usage Guidelines

Installation Instructions

1. Clean the Adapter Nose: Remove dirt, rust, or debris from the 240 adapter nose and pin hole.
2. Mount the Tooth: Slide the 240 bucket tooth firmly onto the adapter nose until the pin holes align.
3. Insert the 24FP Flex Pin: Position the 24FP flex pin into the side hole with the rubber center facing into the pocket recess.
4. Drive Home: Use a punch and soft-headed mallet/hammer to drive the pin until it seats flush inside the retainer groove.

Maintenance Tips

1. Inspect Regularly: Check pin retention daily to ensure the tooth remains locked tight.
2. Rotate or Replace: Replace worn teeth before wear reaches the adapter nose to avoid costly adapter damage.

7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Which machines are compatible with the 240 Series bucket tooth?
The 240 series tooth is a widely used industry standard compatible with mini excavators, backhoes, and compact loaders from major brands including Case, John Deere, Caterpillar, Komatsu, Bobcat, and New Holland (fitted with 240-series adapters).

Q2: What pin does the 240 bucket tooth require?
The 240 tooth uses a standard 24FP Flex Pin (also referenced as 24PN or 240-PIN).

Q3: Is this tooth suitable for hard rock or severe impact applications?
The 240 standard dirt tooth is designed for general excavation, trenching, and soil/dirt. For heavy rock, shale, or high-abrasion applications, consider high-penetration tiger teeth or heavy-duty rock chisel profiles.

Q4: Can I order custom branding or custom colors for bulk purchases?
Yes, as a manufacturer, we offer OEM private labeling, custom logo casting/stamping, custom packaging, and specific color finishes for bulk distributor orders.