Fromm P328 Battery Powered Plastic Strapping Tool

Fromm P328 Battery powered plastic strapping tool

The Fromm P-328 is a battery-powered plastic strapping tool that accepts 7/16 inch to 5/8 inch straps. It is a lightweight hand-held tool that weighs just 9.6 pounds. It is an upgrade over its predecessor and makes plastic strapping easier and faster and improves productivity. This versatile tool can be used in both horizontal and vertical positions. It is an ergonomically designed tool with balanced weight distribution, thus reducing hand fatigue during longer shifts.

Why Choose Fromm P328?

The P-328 is designed for easy maneuvering and operation, making it one of the most widely used battery tools for plastic strapping. Its battery casing provides high level of shock absorption for minimizing battery damage due to hard hits or drops.

Technical Specs

The main technical specifications of the P328 are as following:

  • Types of Strapping: Polypropylene (PP) & polyester (PET) embossed and plain
  • Strapping Dimensions: 7/16 inch to 5/8 inch (12mm to 16mm) width & 0.016 inch to 0.041 inch (0.40mm to 1.05mm) thickness
  • Weight: 9.6 pounds (4.3 kg)
  • Tension: Adjustable tension of 56lbs (250N) to 585lbs (2,600N)
  • Seal Type: Friction Weld
  • Seal Efficiency: 75% (varies with strap quality)
  • Tensioning Speed: 2.6 inch to 4.9 inch per second

Features of Fromm P328

  • Lightweight tool that weighs just 9.6 pounds, making it easy to move around and use in different positions
  • Generates adjustable tension up to 585 pounds, making it a highly versatile tool
  • Features latest Li-Ion battery technology, special case for battery protection, and a convenient charge indicator
  • Designed for accepting 7/16 – 5/8 inch PET and PP strapping
  • The P328 takes just 80 minutes for full recharge
  • Adjustment setting for strap thickness and tension
  • High seal efficiency of 75%
  • Adjustable seal time and convenient strap threading improve sealing efficiency
  • Available in both automatic and semi-automatic version for high versatility
  • Features latest brushless motor technology that minimizes maintenance, improves lifespan, and boosts efficiency and productivity
  • Special plates and guides design makes it easier to remove tool from strapping
  • Due to absence of tension rocker, the tool can be easily removed from smaller package surfaces

Repair & Accessories

All the accessories for the P-328 can be ordered to help improve its efficiency and ease of use. This includes:

  • Pivoted suspension bracket
  • Fixed suspension bracket
  • Metal protection plate
  • Metal wearing plate
  • Turning button kit
  • Motor cooling fan

All the common wear parts for the Fromm tool can also be ordered online for maintenance needs. At the same time tool repair services are also available from experienced and factory-certified technicians. The battery powered plastic strapping tool can be repaired or rebuilt and returned in a short turnaround time.

Alternative Plastic Tools

The P359 is a pneumatic plastic strapping tool and is suited for PET straps of width 1 inch to 1-1/4 inch. It is designed for heavy-duty applications and can pull up to 1,570 lbs.

The fromm P329 accepts PET and PP straps of width 5/8 to 3/4 inch. It weighs just 9.3 lbs and generates adjustable tension of up to 900 lbs. The P331 is another alternative that accepts plastic straps of width 3/4 inch to 1-1/4 inch. This powerful battery tool can generate adjustable tension of up to 1,570 lbs.