Coats 885 Light Duty Wheel Balancer
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Heavy-duty wheel balancer for fleet, municipal and government service bays. Available on Sourcewell contract 121223-LFT for streamlined agency purchasing. Request a quote for pricing, freight and installation lead times.
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Overview
The Coats 885 Light Duty Wheel Balancer is a compact, space-saving solution designed for low-volume balancing operations and general repair shops. This unit delivers professional-grade balancing for passenger cars and light trucks with rim diameters from 10" to 30" and tire weights up to 130 lbs. With automatic distance and diameter entry, an LED matrix display, and 5 balancing modes including behind-spoke capability, the 885 offers features typically found on more elaborate machines while maintaining a small footprint. The balancer operates on standard 110V power with no special electrical requirements, making it a plug-and-play solution that fits almost anywhere in your shop.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Rim Diameter Range | 10"-30" |
| Rim Width Range | 2"-16" |
| Maximum Tire Diameter | Up to 38" |
| Maximum Tire Weight | 130 lbs |
| Shaft Diameter | 40 mm |
| Balancing Modes | 5 |
| Behind Spoke Mode | Yes |
| Interface | LED Matrix with Soft Touch Keys |
| Automatic Data Entry | Distance/Diameter/Width |
| Auto Brake | Yes |
| Auto Lock | Yes |
| Auto Start | On Hood Closed |
| Power Requirements | 110V, 1 ph, 50/60 Hz, 3 amp |
| Application | Car and Light Truck |
Key Features
Automatic Wheel Data Entry
Automatically captures distance and diameter measurements to eliminate manual input errors and speed up the balancing process with manual backup controls available.
Direct Tape-A-Weight Placement
Audible beep guidance system indicates exact placement location for tape weights, removing guesswork from behind-the-spoke balancing applications.
Auto Start Protective Hood
Lowering the protective hood automatically initiates the balancing cycle while providing additional safety protection during operation.
LED Matrix Display
Easy-to-read LED interface with soft touch keys provides clear visual cues to promote proper balancing techniques and faster bay turnarounds.
Compact Space-Saving Design
Small footprint design allows the balancer to fit in tight spaces and stay out of the way when not in use, providing workflow flexibility as your shop grows.
Standard 110V Operation
Plug-and-play design uses a standard 110V outlet with no special equipment or rewiring required, minimizing installation costs and setup time.
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Ready to Add Professional Balancing to Your Shop?
The Coats 885 delivers the quality and reliability Coats is known for in a compact, affordable package. Contact Liftnow today to discuss your wheel service needs and learn how this space-saving balancer can fit into your operation.
Related Products
Buying Coats 885 Light Duty Wheel Balancer for a government or commercial fleet? Liftnow handles the full project on one purchase order: equipment, freight, installation, ALI inspection, and first-year service. Public agencies can purchase through Sourcewell contract 121223-LFT or NASPO ValuePoint CW7256 and skip the RFP process, with financing available. Request a quote, call 800-543-8669, or email gov@liftnow.com.
One vendor, one PO, full warranty: Liftnow sells, delivers, and installs the lift and passes through the manufacturer’s warranty, with no separate suppliers and installers to coordinate.
See recent public-sector installations in our government project portfolio.
Buying shop equipment on a government contract? See how Sourcewell 121223-LFT and NASPO ValuePoint CW7256 streamline public-sector purchasing.
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