Strike Pin for Electric Lift Truck

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the purpose of strike pin 901090002?
A: The 901090002 strike pin engages with the load wheel carriage and acts as a safety stop during raising or lowering cycles on electric pallet jacks. It prevents over-travel and uncontrolled load descent.

Q: Which pallet jack brands and models require this strike pin?
A: This strike pin is used in electric pallet jacks manufactured by Crown, Toyota, Raymond, Hyster, and Clark. Verify your equipment model year and serial range to confirm compatibility before ordering.

Q: What are the dimensions and material specifications?
A: The 901090002 is a hardened steel pin approximately 0.5 inches in diameter and 2 inches in length. It is case-hardened to 58-62 HRC to withstand repeated impact loads and is rated for 5500 to 8000 pound equipment.

Q: How do I identify a worn or damaged strike pin?
A: Visible wear appears as flattening, mushrooming, or deformation at the contact end. Functional symptoms include loss of travel limit stops, impact sounds during cycling, or inability to secure loads at raised height.

Q: What is the expected replacement interval for this pin?
A: Strike pins typically last 4 to 8 years under standard use. High-frequency operations or improper maintenance can reduce service life to 2 to 3 years.