FTS
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about FTS from 3G Electric.
What is the FTS Rail Drill (MPN FTS20223-8AHPADJ) and what are its key specifications?
The FTS Rail Drill is a brushless rail drilling tool designed for drilling holes in railroad rails during track maintenance and installation. It features a 1 1/2 in Weldon chuck for secure bit retention, making it suitable for heavy-duty applications. The tool is available as a full kit or as an attachment only. 3G Electric supplies this model along with related accessories such as rail drill shoes and size adaptors. For precise hole spacing, the drill can be used with the FTS Drill Spacing Template (MPN FTS20223-JIG2).
What accessories are available for FTS rail drills?
FTS offers a range of accessories for its rail drills, including drill rail size adaptors, rail drill shoes, and spacing templates. For example, the Drill Rail Size Adaptors (MPN FTS20223-ADJ) include adjustable rail shoes, while the Drill Spacing Template (MPN FTS20223-JIG2) is designed for the RailEase Battery-Powered Rail Drill. Other accessories include grinding wheels (MPN FTS20759-8Wheel) and drill bit cutters (MPN FTS20223-12T). These attachments are supplied as attachment-only items and require compatible power tools for operation. 3G Electric stocks these accessories to support various rail maintenance tasks.
What is the torque and drive size of the FTS Drill Ease Kit for railroad tie drilling?
The FTS Drill Ease Kit (MPN FTS20201BTO+286720+48-59-1300+48-13-6705) is a railroad tie drill kit featuring a brushless motor that delivers up to 1,500 ft-lb of torque. It has a 1 in drive size and a 7/16 in chuck size. This kit is designed for drilling holes in wooden ties during track maintenance and construction. It includes an attachment-only configuration, and 3G Electric supplies the complete kit as part of its FTS product range.
How does the FTS Drill Spacing Template (MPN FTS20223-JIG2) work?
The FTS Drill Spacing Template is a rail drilling template accessory designed for use with the FTS RailEase Battery-Powered Rail Drill. It enables precise hole spacing when drilling rail, ensuring accurate placement for fastening or repair operations. The template is supplied as an attachment only, meaning it requires the compatible FTS drill for operation. 3G Electric provides this template as part of its FTS accessories lineup, supporting track maintenance teams in achieving consistent drilling patterns.
What types of FTS rail maintenance tools does 3G Electric supply?
3G Electric supplies a range of FTS rail maintenance tools, including rail drills, tie drills, spike drivers, grinders, and data loggers. The catalog also includes numerous accessories such as drill shoes, size adaptors, spacing templates, grinding wheels, and drill bit cutters. These tools are used in railroad maintenance-of-way applications, from drilling and fastening to surface preparation and data logging. With 54 SKUs available, 3G Electric offers both complete kits and attachment-only components to meet various operational needs.
Does 3G Electric supply FTS products?
Yes — 3G Electric (S) Pte. Ltd. supplies FTS products. We stock the FTS catalog and supply genuine factory-original products with full manufacturer warranty and technical support.
