Coats 1300 Balancer + RC-45 Air Tire Changer Combo
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COATS Tire Changer and Balancer Combo
If you're outfitting a bay and tired of pricing the changer and the balancer as two separate buys, this COATS tire changer and balancer combo solves it in one move. You get the COATS 1300 Direct-Drive wheel balancer paired with the COATS RC-45 air rim clamp tire changer, two machines built by the same people who've been making COATS, AMMCO, and BADA shop equipment for decades. One brand, one parts pipeline, one combo that covers the full mount-demount-balance cycle.
The 1300 runs a direct-drive system, which means fewer belts and moving parts between the motor and the shaft. It reads offset and diameter automatically off the offset arm, handles wheels from 8 to 30 inches, and balances assemblies up to 150 pounds. The RC-45 is a rim clamp changer with a Robo-Arm LR assist that takes the fight out of stiff sidewalls and low-profile tires, plus a built-in pressure limiter that helps keep inflation in check. Together they make a tire changer wheel balancer combo that earns its floor space in a busy shop.
This is a serious commercial tire changer and balancer combo, not a hobby setup. If you've been comparing the best tire changer and balancer combo options and want COATS tire equipment without mixing brands, this is the wheel balancer and tire changer combo to put on the floor.
Specifications
1300 Wheel Balancer
| Drive System | Direct-Drive |
| Wheel Diameter Range | 8 - 30 in (203 - 762 mm) |
| Wheel Width Range | 2 - 20 in (51 - 508 mm) |
| Max Outside Tire Diameter | Up to 44 in (1016 mm) |
| Max Tire/Wheel Weight | 150 lb (68 kg) |
| Shaft Diameter | 40 mm |
| Resolution (Round Off) | 0.25 oz, position 1.40 degrees |
| Resolution (Non-Round Off) | 0.01 oz, position 1.40 degrees |
| Display Increments | 0.25 or 0.01 oz |
| Footprint | 60 in D x 60 in W (1524 x 1524 mm) |
| Shipping Weight | 680 lb (308 kg) with accessories |
RC-45 Rim Clamp Tire Changer
| Type | Air Rim Clamp |
| Pressure Safety Valve | Exhausts above 185 PSI line pressure |
| Pressure Limiter | Set at 60 PSI |
| Air Source Required | 5 CFM at 150 PSI (air/electric) |
| Operating Pressure Range | 110 - 175 PSI at the machine |
| Air Fitting | 1/4 in pipe thread male |
What's Included
The 1300 balancer ships with the Basic Accessory Kit (85009974). Here's what comes in the box:
- Small cone
- Medium cone
- Large cone
- Light truck cone
- Rim width calipers
- Wheel weight pliers
- Hubnut handle
- Small pressure cup & rubber lip
- Cone spring
- Scraper
- Cone peg brackets
Call to confirm included accessories for the RC-45 tire changer.
Installation & Setup
Plan for this before the freight shows up. The 1300 balancer needs a flat, solid floor, preferably concrete, and it sits on three feet with no bolt-down required. Give it room: the space spec calls for clearance around and above the unit so the hood can raise fully, and the manual diagrams roughly 5 ft on each side with about 6.5 ft of overhead clearance for wheel mounting and removal.
On power, the 1300 runs 220V, 1-phase, 60 Hz, 20A with a NEMA L6-20R plug (a 3-phase configuration is also documented). A factory-trained COATS service technician performs the install, setup, and initial test on the balancer. Improper power connection can void the warranty, so don't wire it yourself, get a qualified electrician to install the proper receptacle to state and local code.
The RC-45 needs shop air. The air/electric model wants 5 CFM at 150 PSI, with an operating range of 110 to 175 PSI at the machine, connected through the 1/4 in male pipe fitting on the rear. Electric models run a 15-amp, 115V or 230V, single-phase circuit. Floor bolting is optional, your safety manager should review shop floor conditions to decide if anchoring is advisable.
Applications
This combo is built for the shop that turns wheels all day. Here's where it fits.
Back-to-back passenger and light truck work where you need to mount, demount, and balance without walking to a second station.
High-volume bays that need durable rim clamp changing and repeatable direct-drive balancing through the day.
The RC-45 outside-clamps alloy and custom wheels, and the 1300 supports adhesive weight modes and behind-the-spoke placement for clean finishes.
Shops standardizing on one brand for parts and service, getting both machines as a single tire changer and wheel balancer combo.
Warranty
1300 Wheel Balancer: 3 years on inverter, piezos, and printed circuit boards. 1 year on touch panel/display and all other parts. 6 months labor. Direct drive motor carries a 10-year warranty (pro-rated after 5 years).
RC-45 Rim Clamp Tire Changer: 1 year parts, 6 months labor. Tire changer and inflation accessories carry a 1-year parts warranty with no labor warranty.
All warranties commence on the date of delivery to the first retail buyer or date of first use, whichever is earlier. Air-operated components must be supplied with clean, dry air, failures from air system contamination are not covered. Wear items (wheel protectors, boots, mount/demount heads, drive belts, pads, and similar) are excluded. Warranty registration may be required after purchase. Refer to included documentation for details.
Documents
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Manual
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Talk to Us Before You Buy
Questions on power, air supply, install, or whether this combo fits your bay? Call our team at (855) 498-2147 and we'll walk you through it before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What electrical service does the 1300 balancer need?
The 1300 runs on 220V, 1-phase, 60 Hz, 20A with a NEMA L6-20R plug. A 3-phase configuration (NEMA L15-20R) is also documented. Have a qualified electrician install the correct receptacle to local code, and note that a factory-trained COATS technician handles the initial install and test.
What air supply does the RC-45 tire changer require?
The air/electric RC-45 needs a 5 CFM air source at 150 PSI. The operating pressure range is 110 to 175 PSI at the machine, and it connects through a 1/4 in male pipe thread fitting on the rear. Clean, dry air is required to keep air components under warranty.
What size wheels can this combo handle?
The 1300 balancer takes wheel diameters from 8 to 30 inches, widths from 2 to 20 inches, outside tire diameters up to 44 inches, and assemblies up to 150 pounds. The RC-45 services single-piece automotive and most light truck tire/wheel assemblies.
Does the balancer need to be bolted to the floor?
No. The 1300 is a no-bolt-down install and sits on three feet on a flat, solid floor, preferably concrete. For the RC-45, floor bolting is optional, your safety manager should review shop conditions to decide if anchoring is advisable.
How much clearance do I need around the balancer?
Give it room above and behind so the hood raises fully. The manual diagrams roughly 5 ft of side clearance and about 6.5 ft of overhead space for mounting and removing wheels, on a level floor with good lighting.
Can it balance alloy and custom wheels?
Yes. The 1300 supports adhesive weight modes (ALUS) and behind-the-spoke weight placement to hide weights, and the RC-45 outside-clamps alloy and custom wheels. Always review nicks and scratches on expensive wheels with the customer before servicing.
What is the pressure limiter on the RC-45?
The RC-45 has a built-in pressure limiter set at 60 PSI that cycles airflow to help prevent over-inflation. Never exceed 40 PSI while seating beads, and any inflation above 60 PSI should be done in a safety cage. Check the limiter's function regularly.
How is this combo shipped and what's the warranty?
Our team coordinates the freight shipment and helps manage scheduling details. The 1300 carries 3 years on inverter, piezos, and circuit boards (10 years on the direct drive motor, pro-rated after 5), and the RC-45 carries 1 year parts and 6 months labor.
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