Mueller Kueps EQ-290 320 Heavy Duty Vibro-Impact Air Hammer 2500 BPM Pneumatic Tool

Key Facts

• Brand / Model: Mueller Kueps EQ-290 320
• Type: Heavy-Duty VIBRO-IMPACT® Air Hammer
• Impact Rate: Up to 2,500 BPM
• Operating Pressure: 6.2 bar
• Air Consumption: 210 l/min
• Drive: 15 mm / 5/8 in 6-Kant / HEX
• Best For: Loosening seized, rusted, and press-fit connections in heavy-duty service and repair

Overview

The Mueller Kueps EQ-290 320 Heavy Duty VIBRO-IMPACT® Air Hammer is engineered for demanding disassembly work where corrosion, press-fit interfaces, and seized connections slow down repairs. Using VIBRO-IMPACT® vibration-assisted impact, this air hammer helps break corrosion bonds and loosen stubborn assemblies with controlled energy transfer, reducing reliance on excessive striking force.

Designed for professional automotive, fleet, industrial, and heavy-equipment service environments, the EQ-290 320 supports efficient removal work on tight interfaces such as rusted fasteners, conical seat connections, seized bearings, and other difficult joints. It is also commonly used to assist with pullers and other service tooling when vibration helps free components more effectively.

Features

• Delivers up to 2,500 BPM for fast, controlled disassembly work.
• VIBRO-IMPACT® vibration-assisted impact helps break corrosion bonds on seized connections.
• Heavy-duty construction built for demanding workshop and field service environments.
• Designed for professional use in fleet, industrial, construction, and agricultural service applications.
• Supports vibration-assisted removal and puller-assisted work on stubborn assemblies.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Mueller Kueps
• Model: EQ-290 320
• Type: VIBRO-IMPACT® Air Hammer
• Impacts per Minute: 2,500 BPM
• Operating Pressure: 6.2 bar
• Air Consumption: 210 l/min
• Drive: 15 mm / 5/8 in 6-Kant / HEX
• Weight: 12 lb (5.44 kg)
• Length: 15 in (381 mm)
• Air Nipple: 3/8 in
• Recommended Air Hose: 1/2 in

Compatibility

• Designed for professional shop air systems operating at 6.2 bar.
• 15 mm / 5/8 in 6-Kant / HEX drive interface for compatible VIBRO-IMPACT® attachments and tooling.
• Suitable for use in automotive, fleet, industrial, construction, and equipment service environments.

Use Cases

• Fleet and heavy-duty repair: Loosening corrosion-bound connections on trucks and service vehicles.
• Construction and equipment maintenance: Assisting disassembly of seized pins, joints, and press-fit interfaces.
• Industrial service: Breaking corrosion bonds during machinery maintenance and overhaul work.
• Automotive repair: Supporting disassembly on stubborn joints and removal tasks where vibration improves efficiency.

What’s Included

• 1 × Mueller Kueps EQ-290 320 Heavy Duty VIBRO-IMPACT® Air Hammer

Installation Notes

• Use clean, dry compressed air at the specified operating pressure for best performance.
• Ensure the tool is supplied by an adequately sized air hose to support required airflow.
• Follow standard shop safety practices, including appropriate PPE, when performing disassembly work.

Related Standards / Compliance

Engineered for professional-grade pneumatic impact applications. No additional manufacturer-listed regulatory standards provided.

Category FAQs

Product-Specific FAQs

Q: What makes the EQ-290 320 different from a standard air hammer?

A: The EQ-290 320 uses VIBRO-IMPACT® vibration-assisted impact to help break corrosion bonds and loosen seized connections more efficiently than impact alone.

Q: What air pressure does the EQ-290 320 require?

A: The specified operating pressure is 6.2 bar.

Q: What air hose size is recommended?

A: A 1/2 inch air hose is recommended to support proper airflow and tool performance.

Q: Can this tool be used to assist with pullers during removal work?

A: Yes. In many service applications, vibration-assisted impact can help loosen stubborn assemblies and support puller-assisted removal processes.

VIBRO-IMPACT® Air Hammers — Category FAQs

Q: What is VIBRO-IMPACT® technology used for?

A: It combines impact with high-frequency vibration to help loosen seized interfaces and break corrosion bonds during disassembly.

Q: Where are vibration-assisted air hammers commonly used?

A: They are commonly used in automotive, fleet, industrial, construction, and heavy-equipment service where corrosion and press-fit joints slow removal work.