Which Is Better a Cast Steel or Stamped Steel Coupler

Question

Question:

Ive noticed that some of the DEMCO a-frame coupler have a castinch ball socket and others have what appears to be a stamped steel ball socket. Can you tell me the pros/cons of each type. Which is stronger and takes the most abuse? Is the cast mean cast iron or cast steel?

asked by: Dave L

1

Helpful Expert Reply:

Both styles of Demco couplers are going to hold up well but in general cast steel is considered to be better due to it's uniform and more consistent structure it provides. Stamped steel is typically considered a more cost effective solution due to lower production costs and quicker lead times. With that said the # 12660-97SP is cast and has a 21k capacity.

expert reply by: Jameson C

1

Answer 1

Hey Gary, this is a great question but the B and W Tongue Weight Scale part #BW34KR that you referenced is totally accurate from it's max down to it's minimum so the accuracy would be considered linear. We tested it on a camper that only had…

view full answer...

Answer 2

Hey Ricardo! The shank of the Trimax Razor Ball Mount #TMX47QR that goes into your hitch receiver is 2"x2", and if you're also curious about the length, it's 12" long. If you're asking about the opening for a ball to be…

view full answer...

Answer 3

The two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

view full answer...

Answer 4

A standard 50 degree coupler like #DM14793-81 will work on your custom 45 degree frame with a little modification. Without welding shims the coupler will not have the strength, so you will need to make some adjustments to your current tongue design.…

view full answer...

Answer 5

If you look at the diagram that I received from my contact at Demco, you can see several of the dimensions of the #DM14793-81 trailer coupler. If there were other dimensions you were needing, please let me know.

view full answer...

Answer 6

The only differences between the Demco eZ-Latch Couplers #DM37ZR and #DM14793-81 is that the former has integrated loop holes for installing safety chains and a about a 2" drop while the latter doesn't come with provisions for attaching the…

view full answer...

Answer 7

That is correct the inner dimension of the Demco A-Frame Trailer Coupler item #DM14793-95 is 10 3/4 inches. I have attached a picture that breaks down the measurements. You would need to fabricate a spacer on either side to attach this coupler to…

view full answer...

Answer 8

Hello Andrew, thanks for reaching out. The offset wheels are pretty uncommon these days. A lot of vehicle wheels use an offset but the standard for trailer wheels is zero offset. Right now it looks like we carry only one 15" offset wheel the…

view full answer...

Answer 9

Personally I prefer the Demco Trailer Coupler #DM14976-52 with the composite handle over the Coupler #DM15791-81 with a metal handle. I feel it is easier to operate as it does not have the safety latch like you get on the metal handle. Since most…

view full answer...

Answer 10

A longer ball mount like the Brophy #BM20 that you referenced will indeed put a bit more stress on the trailer hitch/rear of tow vehicle due to that added leverage, but not to the point of it having an actual negative impact on towing or cutting into…

view full answer...

Answer 11

The Brophy Ball Mount #BM20 and the Brophy #BH20 referenced in your question are extremely similar to each other. They are both designed for 2 inch trailer hitch receivers, have a 10,000 pound towing weight capacity, feature a long, 13-1/4 inch shank…

view full answer...

Answer 12

The bolts required to install the Demco 50-Degree A Frame Trailer Coupler #DM13205-95 are 3/8" diameter x 1-3/4" long Grade 5 bolts. I spoke with the manufacturer and they confirmed that you won't want to use Grade 8 bolts on this…

view full answer...

Which Is Better a Cast Steel or Stamped Steel Coupler

Products Featured in This Question

Product Page this Question was Asked From

Continue Researching