PINCH ROLLER TYRE for AKAI

Open Reel

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Brand new pinch roller tyre (tire) to suit some AKAI open reel tape machines.

Restore your old, worn, or deteriorated rollers to ensure your machine is performing at its best.

New stock, rubber is fresh.

Genuine PRB manufactured part. I import them in bulk and package individually to help keep the price low.

Designed to replace the tyre on AKAI 40mm Pinch Rollers, part # MP204794 , 204794 and C2-009a  used on Open Reel tape machines listed below.

There are TWO different versions of the pinch roller that Akai used across these models at various times.

Whilst the Outside Diameter and shaft diameter are the same (making both complete roller type interchangeable), the metal hub diameter differs.

For this reason it is essential to measure the actual hub diameter of the roller you will be restoring, and choose the correct tyre as indicated below:

We believe this tyre to be suitable for the following models, where the above dimensions have been checked and found to match:

1721

1721L

1721W

1722

1722L

1722W

4000

4000D

4000DB

4000DS

4000DS MkII

4400

4400D

GX-4000D

GX-4000DB

X-150D

X-165D

May suit other models, but please use the above dimensions to confirm compatibility with your pinch roller.  

Tyre replacement is a straightforward DIY job.

You will need:

·      A sharp knife, such as a Stanley knife or craft knife

·      Acetone or other suitable solvent cleaner

·      Cleaning cloth such as an old piece of towel

·      Suitable gloves (acetone proof)

·      Dishwashing detergent

·      Small amount of oil to lubricate on reassembly

1.    Remove the old rollers from your machine

2.    Using the knife, cut away as much of the old rubber as you can from the metal hub

3.    Using a solvent such as acetone, clean any remaining remnants of rubber away from the hub. Always work in a well ventilated area when working with acetone, and wear suitable gloves. Take some time to ensure that the metal surface of the hub is perfectly clean and ‘silver’ before moving to the next step.

4.    Immerse both the metal hub and the new rubber tyre in to some water with a little dishwashing detergent mixed in. This will assist the tyre to slide in to place, without binding and causing lateral tension

5.    Place the hub horizontally on a flat surface, and press the tyre smoothly but firmly down on to the hub Make sure the edges line up neatly and evenly on both sides.

6.    Dry the outside with a clean cotton cloth, or allow to air dry. Reinstall on machine, oiling shaft lightly.

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POSTAGE / SHIPPING / ORDER INFORMATION (Please read!!)

All orders shipped same day or next day after receiving cleared payment.

DOMESTIC (Australia)

Standard Postage (free) is via Australia Post Letter With Tracking.

Express Post is optional at checkout, extra $5 and includes tracking.

Your order is posted from Vic 3517 or 3550

INTERNATIONAL

Shipping via Air Parcel Service with Tracking. We are no longer able to offer cheaper untracked International Shipping due to delays and losses, and compliance with eBay protection policies.

COMBINED POSTAGE

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WHAT IF MY ITEM DOES NOT ARRIVE?

If your item does not arrive within the time periods described above, please let me know and I will invesigate. If it can’t be found within a reasonable period I will send a replacement or a refund.

In the unlikely event that your item arrives damaged or faulty, please send clear photos of the damage and I will send a replacement.

WHAT IF I CHOSE THE WRONG PART?

Just let me know, and you are welcome to return it for exchange or refund.

If you can send photos or extra information, I can usually figure out which part will be correct for you.

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