Demag
Guide shoe for Demag AC80
This guide shoe is designed for the boom extension system of Demag AC80 and AC80-1 cranes, as well as compatible Terex models. It acts as a bearing surface to facilitate the movement of telescopic boom sections.
Compatible models
Specifications
- Part number
- 58667940
- Brand
- Demag
The guide shoe, part number 58667940, serves as a critical component within the telescopic boom assembly of mobile cranes. Its primary function is to provide a controlled interface between the sliding boom sections, allowing them to extend and retract smoothly while absorbing lateral loads. By maintaining proper alignment and spacing between the steel sections, the guide shoe ensures the stability of the boom structure during operation.
This component is compatible with Demag AC80, Demag AC80-1, Terex AC80, and Terex AC80-1 crane models. It is engineered to fit the specific dimensions of these boom systems to prevent binding or excessive clearance. Proper installation and regular inspection of these guide shoes are necessary to maintain the operational integrity of the crane boom.
In telescopic crane systems, guide shoes function as sliding bearings that reduce friction between the moving metal surfaces of the boom. As the boom sections telescope, these components support the weight of the sections and the load, ensuring that the movement remains consistent and precise throughout the entire extension range.