Vulcan HB-DBM01 Dead Blow Hammer, 2 lb Head, No Rebound
by Vulcan
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All the Force Goes In, None Bounces Back
A dead blow hammer has a hollow head part filled with loose shot. When you strike, the shot slams forward a fraction after the head does, which cancels the rebound. The practical result is that more of your energy goes into the work and the head does not bounce back at you, so you can place a heavy blow accurately.
2 lb
Head weight
Dead blow
No rebound
Shot filled
Head
Non marking
Face
Why a Dead Blow Beats a Mallet on Big Units
On a large format slab, a rubber mallet bounces and much of the energy comes back up the handle instead of seating the unit. A dead blow absorbs that rebound and drives the slab down. It also means fewer blows, which matters when the unit you are persuading is heavy enough that every strike risks a chip.
What It Is For
- Seating large format slabs and heavy pavers into a bedding layer.
- Driving edge restraint and spikes without deforming the head of the spike.
- Any assembly work where you need force but not a mark.
- Knocking apart without damaging what you want to keep.
Specifications
| Product | Vulcan HB-DBM01 Dead Blow Hammer |
| Head weight | 2 lb |
| Type | Dead blow, shot filled head |
| Face | Non marking |
| Use | Seating, assembly and adjustment without rebound or marking |
Looking After It
The one thing that kills a dead blow hammer is a split in the head casing, which lets the shot out and turns it into an ordinary and rather poor mallet. Keep it off sharp edges, do not use it to strike anything with a cutting edge, and store it out of prolonged direct sun, since UV degrades the polymer over years.
Laying Large Format Slabs?
Ask us what else makes that job easier. Slab work rewards having the right handling and seating tools. Call or text (856) 418-4895 or email info@polymericsandstore.com.
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