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Contents 

Zinc clip-on weights for cars & vans 

for steel wheels 4 

for alloy wheels 5 

Steel clip-on weights for cars & vans 

for steel wheels TRAXLOK ® 6 

for alloy wheels 7 

Why use steel for balance weights? 8 

Adhesive strips & rolls 

Steel strips (standard) 9 

Steel strips (special) 10 

TRAXSOFT ® 11 

Steel adhesive rolls 12 

Steel adhesive Original Equipment 13 

Truck weights 14 

Balancing Compound, Valves, Motorsport 15 

Motorcycle weights 16 

Assortment boxes 17 

Packaging 18 

Technical Information 

Essential guidance for fitting adhesive 

weights to new alloy rims 19 

Using uncoated zinc weights 20 

Guide for fitting adhesive weights 21 

Tyre compound application 22 

Tyre compound user chart 23 

Leading the way in balance 

weight manufacture… 

Leaders in balance weight innovation and design, 

Made in UK to Original Equipment Standards 

From its origins in 1989, the TRAX ® brand is recognised as 

one of the world’s leading balance weight manufacturers. 

Supplying both Original Equipment and aftermarkets, the 

company has continued to develop class-leading balance 

weight designs and manufacturing in the UK. 

The company invented the CAM-BACK weight, widely regarded as the best solution available 

for universal fitment to steel wheels. Now, continuing to pioneer the use of lead-free materials, 

TRAX ® has invented the TRAX-LOK ® process, incorporating the CAM-BACK solution to enable 

the manufacture of steel clip-on weights. Exporting to over 25 countries and with a subsidiary in the 

USA, TRAX ® is an international business. 

Suppliers to Original Equipment 

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TRAX ® wins and retains Original Equipment (OE) business on the strength of its product design 

and quality. TRAX ® has also supplied lead-free balance weights to Formula 1, GP2 and MotoGP 

racing worldwide. 

The company has a wide range of problem solving and consultancy skills in product design 

and manufacture. 

TRAX ® brand - OE design and quality built in 

The TRAX ® brand means you get OE levels of design expertise and quality. TRAX ® is widely 

recognised to represent customer service, superior product design, and consistent quality. 

This is even more relevant in today’s markets with low quality, low cost weights readily available. 

Designed to be universal in application, TRAX ® weights are accepted as a brand leader in 

many markets. 

CAM-BACK 

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Clip-on weights for cars & vans 

Zinc clip-on weights for steel wheels Zinc clip-on weights for alloy wheels 

CAM-BACK weights 

The benefits 

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1. SAFETY – The top cam increases the 

force required to remove the weight which 

ensures it will not fall away from the rim. 

2. RETENTION – The bottom cam forces 

the weight body away from the rim thereby 

opening the spring clip and significantly 

increasing retention. This increased 

retention ensures no movement of the 

weight on thin section rims which can 

cause imbalance. 

3. SLIMLINE – The slimline shape allows 

good wheel trim clearance. 

Heavy braking can make weights slide 

around the rim causing imbalance and wheel 

vibration. CAM-BACK weights eliminate 

this problem by giving the highest retention 

and a universal fitment across heavy duty 

and thin section rims. 

Coated or uncoated weights? 

Uncoated zinc weights have been widely 

fitted on steel wheels across Europe 

(including Scandinavia) since 2005. 

Over 80% of weights sold for steel wheels 

have been uncoated. 

Please see page 20 for more details 

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without CAM-BACK 

with CAM-BACK 

200X Universal CAM-BACK (uncoated) 

Our most popular weight. The CAM-BACK 

design, invented by TRAX ® , ensures the weight 

fits the widest range of steel wheels and ensures 

maximum retention. See ‘The benefits’ article to 

left for more information. Uncoated. 

Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g 

Box quantities: 5/30g 100pcs/box; 35/60g 50pcs/box 

200C Universal CAM-BACK weight 

(plastic coated) 

200C with added plastic coating to OE 

standards. Approved by RENAULT and VOLVO. 

Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g 


207C Special weight for RENAULT steel 

wheels (plastic coated) 

Developed for RENAULT the series 207C to 

fit steel rims 5 to 25g with improved fit and 

retention. The 5g is made of steel and Clip-only. 

The CAM-BACK design for maximum safety & 

retention. Plastic coated to OE standards. 

Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25g 

Box quantities: 25 weights per box 

222C Special weight for thin section steel 


Developed with FORD, the series 222C gives high 

levels of retention on thin section steel wheels. 

The weight is designed to fit rim horns typically 

down to 1.5mm thickness. The CAM-BACK 

design is incorporated for maximum safety & 

retention. Plastic coated to OE standards. 

Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g 


840C Special weight for heavy duty steel 


This weight is designed to fit heavy duty steel 

wheels as found on light trucks up to 3.5 tonnes 

(eg FORD TRANSiT, MB SPRiNTER, RENAULT 

TRAFiC, VW TRANSPORTER) Plastic coated to 

OE standards. 

Size range: 

10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 70, 80, 90g 


326C Universal weight for alloy wheels 


Designed to fit most European cars with rim 

horns 4.5/6.5mm thick. Approved by VOLVO and 

RENAULT. For thicker rims (as found on some 

Japanese cars) the series 340C is recommended. 

Plastic coated to OE standards. 

Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g 

Box quantities: 5/30g 100 pcs/box; 35/60g 50 pcs/box 

Also available in 25 pcs/box 

326X Universal weight for alloy wheels 

(uncoated) 

Designed to fit most European cars with rim 

horns 4.5/6.5mm thick. 

Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g 

Box quantities: 5/30g 100 pcs/box; 35/60g 50 pcs/box 

340C Japanese and thick section alloy 


Designed to fit thicker section alloy rim horns 

6.5/7.5mm, as found on many Japanese cars, 

NiSSAN, HONDA and TOyOTA. Plastic coated 

to OE standards. 

Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50g 


324C High retention CAM-BACK weight 

for alloy wheels (plastic coated) 

Developed with FORD for high levels of retention 

on alloy wheels. The CAM-BACK design opens 

the clip for improved retention. Plastic coated to 

OE standards. 

Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g 


328C Weight for alloy wheels for RENAULT 

30-60g (plastic coated) 

Developed with RENAULT to fit alloy rims 30g 

and over with improved fit and retention. For 25g 

and below use 326C. 

Size range: 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g 


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Alloy wheel fitment guide 

Alloy wheel rim horns will vary significantly 

in shape, height and depth. Each car 

manufacturer can have a different alloy rim 

shape depending on the rim manufacturer. 

Wide tolerances are allowed within 

ETRTO specifications. 

For guidance only. 

Rim Section 

326C 

340C 

Typical 

dimension 

of (a) 

326C Universal Weight 4.5/6.5mm 

340C Japanese/heavy 

section 

Outside these ranges adhesive weights 

are recommended. 

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6.6/7.5mm

Steel clip-on weights for steel wheels 

Incorporates the TRAX ® CAM-BACK solution 

for maximum safety and retention 

• Fits more steel rims than any other balance weight 

• Made from STEEL – the best environmental and ecological solution 

• Slimline weight body design for wheel trim clearance 

Design registrations Community Design No: 00126077-0001 

European Patents applied for 09724199.6, 11164281.5 

Safety 

Upper cam 

Retention 

Bottom cam 

TRAX 

SERIES 

150 

200 

222 

840 

For easy fitting 

Rounded clip 

Thin Section 

Special clip 

Stable, precise, 

reliable 

CAR 

Mid Section Semi Roll 

150C (plastic coated) / 150E (standard 

coated) 

Universal steel weight for steel 

wheels TRAX-LOK 

The most universal and advanced weight on 

the market. 

The unique TRAX-LOK design offers the highest 

level of balance weight technology. incorporating 

the TRAX ® CAM-BACK invention, this advanced 

design is easy to fit and will give superior 

retention. 

150C: Plastic coated over zinc sacrificial plating 

to OE standards for high levels of corrosion 

resistance. 

Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50g 


Thick Section Heavy Roll 

LIGHT TRUCK 3.5T 

Light Roll 

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Good fit Not recommended Unsuitable 

Steel clip-on weights for alloy wheels 

The most universal weight solution available 

for European alloy wheels 

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The slimline weights is hidden 

under the wheel rim ensuring 

no damage or loosening when 

hitting the kerb. 

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A precision steel clip offering a higher 

quality and more consistent spring than 

is available with Zinc weights. 

A special process has been incorporated 

into the balance weight assembly to ensure 

a uniquely strong clip bond with a high 

degree of accuracy ensuring a constant 

fitment every time. 

710C Universal steel weight 

for alloy wheels 

High quality appearance on alloy rims by 

specially designed weight body and clip. 

An engineered universal steel weight for 

alloy wheels. 

Plastic coated over zinc sacrificial plating 

to OE standards for high levels of corrosion 

resistance. 

Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50g 


Patent applications and design 

registrations applied for 

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Why use steel for balance weights? 

Why use TRAX ® 

adhesive weights? 

TRAX ® adhesive strips have superior 

corrosion resistance. Low quality 

weights can be rusty when opened in 

the original boxes. Top picture shows 

a quality TRAX ® adhesive weight 

after salt spray corrosion testing. 

Bottom picture shows a low quality 

alternative. 

TRAX ® 

Low quality alternative 

Steel balance weights are used almost exclusively by car 

manufacturers in the USA (since 2009) with Japan using steel 

since 1999. Steel was preferred over zinc and composite 

materials as it is considered the most suitable lead-free 

material available when considering recyclability, ecology 

(groundwater), density and cost. Steel (or iron) adhesive 

weights are approved by FORD, VOLVO, LAND ROVER, 

RENAULT, HONDA, TOyOTA. 

in Europe, TRAX ® has pioneered the use of steel as a material 

for balance weights. Steel is the natural choice as a balance 

weight material. 

• The best balance weight accuracy 

• More environmental than zinc or composite materials 

weights & easier to recycle 

• The most ecological solution. Non-toxic & Easy on the 

environment & groundwaters 

• Steel is the most commonly used material in car production 

• Steel is 20% more dense than zinc alloy and 40% more 

dense than composite materials 

• Steel is not a commodity (unlike zinc), which encourages 

more stable costs 

Adhesive strips & rolls 

Steel adhesive strips - standard 

605E-060-TX00 Slimline Universal 

adhesive strip – 60g 

3.8mm high x 19mm wide. High Quality Zinc 

coating, oversized liner for easy application. 

Also available in a 5kg roll. (605E-500-SP01). 

Size range: 60g strip: 12x5g 

Box quantities: 100 strips per carton. 

610E-060-TX50 Slimline Universal 


3.8mm high x 19mm wide. High Quality Zinc 


Size range: 60g strip: 4x5g & 4x10g 

Box quantities: 50 strips per box – 4 boxes per carton 

200 strips per carton. 

605C-060-TX50 Slimline Universal 

adhesive strip – 60g (plastic coated) 

3.8mm high x 19mm wide. High Quality plastic 





Also available boxed neutral, 100 strips 

(605C-060-WH00) 

High quality & easy to 

use packaging 

• 4 boxes of 50 strips in each carton – easy to 

use and easy to stock and sell 

• TRAX ® branding gives quality confidence 

• The 12Kg cartons are designed to be easily 

lifted with minimum effort 

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605E 5g only strip 

610E universal strip 

605C coated universal strip 

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Steel adhesive strips - specials 

635C for black alloy wheels 

607C for black alloy wheels 

Please see guidance for the 

correct fitting of adhesive weights 

– page 19, 21 

620C-040-TX50 Extra slimline adhesive 

strip 2.8mm high – 40g 

2.8mm high, 19mm wide. High weight 

recommended for use where caliper clearance 

is a problem. High Quality powder coating, 

oversized liner for easy application. 

Size range: 40g strip 8x5g 



635C-060-TX50 BLACK adhesive strip – 

60g (for cars and motorcycles) 

4.8mm high, 15mm wide. High Quality Black 

powder coating, oversized liner for easy 

application. A black plastic coated adhesive strip 

ideal for black alloy wheels. 

Size range: 60g strip 4x5g & 4x10g 



607C-060-TX50 BLACK Slimline Universal 


3.8mm high x 19mm wide. High Quality Black 

powder coating, oversized liner for easy 

application. 


Box quantities: 50 strips per box – 4 boxes per carton. 


680C-100-TX10 Heavy duty adhesive strip 

– 100g for Truck & 4x4 

6,8mm high, 20mm wide. A heavy duty adhesive 

weight for truck. 4x 25g sections made from 

steel. Plastic coated with OE tape for high 

adhesion of this heavy weight. 

Size range: 100g strip 4x25g 

Box quantities: boxed 10 

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The new extra bond adhesive weight 

solution – it will stick when other 

weights are falling off 

• Sticks better to poorly cleaned surfaces 

• No water ingress under the tape – the soft foam fits on 

non-smooth surfaces 

• Higher bonding strength at elevated temperatures 

• Can be fitted on cold alloy rims in winter - down to -5ºC 

• High quality tape made in Germany by Lohmann 

With oversized liner for 

easy liner removal 

ALLOY RIMS ARE NOT SMOOTH 

Traditional “blue liner” adhesive tape foam is hard and sits 

on top of non-smooth surfaces. This does not maximise 

adhesion strength and can cause moisture to get underneath 

the adhesive 

TRAXSOFT ® IS BETTER 

As a soft foam TRAXSOFT ® will fill non-smooth surfaces 

thereby minimising moisture ingress underneath the adhesive 

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BEST for non-smooth surfaces & for tyre shop winter fitting 

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615C-060-TX 50 Premium steel adhesive 

strip – 60g (plastic coated) 

Adhesive weights can fall off for a number of 

reasons: 

• Poor wheel cleaning 

• Fitting on to cold rims (with condensation) 

• Poor quality adhesive tape 

For these reasons if you require an adhesive weight 

which gives you the most reliable fitment then the 

TRAX ® 615C with LOHMANN tape is recommended. 

The tape has a higher instant tack to the rims with 

the softer foam allowing the weight to form better to 

the rim and minimise water ingress underneath the 

adhesive which can encourage the weight to fall of. 

in particular the LOHMANN tape can be fitted on 

cold rims down to -5ºC. Typical “blue liner” adhesive 

weights are not recommended for cold weather 

use as the adhesive is designed to be used at room 

temperatures with bonding levels significantly 

reduced as temperatures fall. 




Also available in a 5kg roll. (616C-500-SP01). 

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HARD FOAM TAPE 

Rough surface alloy wheel 

SOFT FOAM TAPE 

Rough surface alloy wheel 

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Steel adhesive rolls 

Adhesive rolls - easy to use, more convenient, less waste 

2 choices – STANDARD or PREMIUM 

Please see guidance 

for the correct fitting of 

adhesive weights – 

page 19, 21 

605E 5g from a roll 

605E-500-SP01 Standard adhesive roll 

3.8mm high. 19mm wide. High Quality Zinc 


5Kg roll - 5g x1000 pieces 

616C–500-SP01 TRAXSOFT ® Premium 

adhesive roll (plastic coated) 

Same as the 615C but 5g only. High quality 

Lohmann tape. More details on page 11. 

Also available in 5g & 10g strips, 

part number 615C-060-TX50. 

5Kg roll - 5g x1000 pieces 

Steel adhesive – Original Equipment 

611M-060-TX50 Slimline 60g strip 3.8mm 

high, 20mm wide 

High quality zinc sacrificial corrosion protection 

to last over 600 hours and high performance 

OE specification tape. As approved by FORD 

and RENAULT. 20mm wide. The weight can be 

supplied cut to size 5g to 60g. 

Size range: 60g (4x5g & 4x10g) 

Box quantities: 50 pieces per box 

623M-060-TX50 Slimline 60g strip 3.8mm 

high, 20mm wide, Approved by RENAULT 

High quality zinc sacrificial corrosion protection 

to last over 600 hours. High Quality Lohmann 

tape (Made in Germany), with Easy to fit TRAX ® 

fitting aids (UK Patent pending). Good for low 

surface energy paint. High Bonding strength 

across high and low temperatures. Can be fitted 

on cold rims at -5°C. 

Size range: 60g (12x5g) 


650C Heavy duty 6.8mm high, 20mm wide 


Approved by LAND ROVER & FORD, this weight 

is ideal where larger sizes are required up to 

100g. High quality tape, corrosion protection to 

OE standards. Fits 16”” to 30” rims. 20mm wide. 

Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 

65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, 95, 100g 

Box quantities: Packed 25 pieces per box 

660C Standard 5.8mm high, 15mm wide 


Standard size steel adhesive weight, High quality 

tape & corrosion to OE standards. Width 15mm. 

Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 

65, 70, 75, 80g 


670C Slimline 3.8mm high, 20mm wide, 


Approved by VOLVO, a slimline weight with 

corrosion protection to OE standards. 

High quality tape. 20mm wide. 

Size range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60g 


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100g 

80g 

60g 

650C heavy duty 

660C standard 

Fitting adhesive weights 

to new alloy rims – 

“Essential Guidance” 

please see page 19 

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810 

Truck weights 

810X LEAD clip-on weight for Tubeless 

truck rims 

Fits tubeless truck wheels - a popular weight in 

use for many years. Sizes 50g to 200g are slimline 

in shape to ensure clearance with steering parts 

which can be a problem on the inside of some 

truck wheels. 

Size Range: 50, 75, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400g 

Box Quantities: 10 weights per box 

840C . ZINC clip-on weight for heavy duty 

steel wheels – for vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes, 


This weight is designed to fit heavy duty steel rims 

as found on light trucks up to 3.5 tonnes (eg FORD 

TRANSiT, MB SPRiNTER, RENAULT TRAFiC, VW 

TRANSPORTER). Plastic coated to OE standards. 

Size Range: 

10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 70, 80, 90g 


680C Truck & 4x4 STEEL adhesive strip 

100g (plastic coated) 

A heavy duty adhesive weight for truck. 4x 25g 

sections made from steel. Plastic coated with OE 

tape for high adhesion of this heavy weight. 

6.6mm high x 20mm wide. 

Size Range: 4x25g (100g strip) 


850X LEAD adhesive weight, extra heavy 

duty truck, 200g (plastic coated) 

Made from lead, a heavy lead strip for use on 

truck alloy rims. Cut to the required size in 50g 

segments. OE quality tape for high adhesion of 

this heavy weight. 13.00mm high x 19mm wide, 

fitted with OE tape 

Size Range: 4x50g (200g strip) 

Box Quantities: boxed 10 

Balancing Compound, Valves, Motorsport 

TRAX ® truck tyre compound 

• Deals with all vibrations in the tyre/wheel assembly, not only 

with mass imbalances. 

• Provides full performance through the life of the tyre. 

• Easy and cost-efficient to use. 

• Non-toxic. 

Major advantages for the user are: 

• Reduced tyre wear, extended tyre life 

• improved ride quality 

• Dampened vibration 

• Decreased component and maintenance cost 

Tubeless valves 

A tyre valve is a safety critical component and only valves from know 

quality sources are recommended. 

Low quality valves can cause rapid tyre deflation with damage to tyres and 

potentially creating a dangerous driving situation. it is for this reason that 

Trax ® only sells valves from known quality suppliers. 

Motorsport adhesive weights 

615C-060-TX50 TRAXSOFT ® 

Developed for OE and motorsport use. Made from steel. Superior adhesion at 

high temperatures. High tack for good initial bond on fitment. 

Please see page 11 for more information. 

790X-090-TX50 

A traditional weight for motorsport. Bends easily to the rim with a quality 

adhesive backing. Made from lead. 2.4mm high x 25.7mm wide. 

Size range: 90g strip 


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Motorcycle 

Motorcycle adhesive weights 

950 

660C 

635C-060-TX50 Black STEEL adhesive 

strip – 60g 

For motorcycles and cars, 4.8mm high by 15mm 

wide. Black coated - ideal for black motorcyle 

wheels which are becoming more popular. 




950X-050-TX50 Motorcycle LEAD 

adhesive – 50g 

6.5mm high x 11mm wide. A lead strip with 2.5g 

and 5g segments. Fitted with OE tape. 

Size range: 50g 7x5g & 6x2.5g 


660C Premium – 5 to 30g 

5.8mm high, 15mm wide, plastic coated. 

individual single piece steel weights with high 

quality plastic coating and adhesive tape. 

A premium product to OE standards. 

Size Range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30g 

Box Quantities: boxed 25 

Assortment boxes 

Please enquire regarding assortment boxes – 

these are usually made to order 

Plastic boxes 

Clip-on and adhesive weights. 

Starter packs - 

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ideal for new weights eg. Steel clip-on weights 

TRAX-LOK 

Universal clip-on weights 10/40g 

mixed (100 pieces) 

A popular seller. Useful as a starter pack 

for small users. An assortment of 100 

weights 5g to 40g. 

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Packaging 

Please see the TRAX ® website 

www.traxjh.com to view the TRAX ® 

balance weight packing details 

Adhesive weights 

Adhesive strips are in strong quality TRAX ® branded boxes. 

A carton weighs 8kg to 12kg with 4 boxes inside. 

Easy to carry, stock and sell. 

Please enquire for neutral packing options. 

TRAX ® Can create private labels. 

Adhesive rolls 

Strong TRAX ® branded cardboard boxes. 5kg. 

Clip-on weights 

Fitting adhesive weights to new or 

refurbished alloy wheels 

Essential guidance 

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New or refurbished alloy rims may have coatings and lacquers applied to the alloy surface. 

Also when the rim paint is being dried, waxes can come to the surface creating a low 

surface energy (non-stick) and not allowing the adhesive weight to properly bond to the rim. 

For this reason it is essential to clean the rims where the weight is to be applied to ensure 

that there are no traces of chemicals on the surface (eg wax or silicon). 

Failure to clean the rim can lead to adhesive weights falling off within days of fitment, 

causing balancing failure. 

Wet wipes are recommended for rim cleaning containing an appropriate cleaning 

agent (eg isoproponol). On weight application, the wheel rim should be dry and be at 

a minimum temperature of 16°C (60°F). After removal of the backing liner, the weight 

should be fitted immediately and a minimum 60N pressure applied for approximately 

3 seconds as tape pressure is required to enable good bonding. Typically this can 

be achieved by hand pressure but may not be reliable. The adhesive should not be 

touched before fitment to the rim. 

Even with good surface cleaning, problems have been found whereby over time (a 

few days or up to 3 weeks) good initial adhesion can deteriorate to an extent where 

the weight can fall off. This can be caused by the leaching of low surface energy 

substances (eg wax) coming through the freshly painted rims over time. Should such 

an event occur, it is necessary to investigate the paint or lacquer used to ensure 

that at all times the surface energy where the adhesive weight is fitted is above a 

recommended 37 dynes. Adhesives will only work if the surface energy (measure in 

dynes) is sufficiently high to ensure a good chemical bond. 

initial bond is typically achieved approximately 15 minutes after fitment; maximum 

bond strength may not be achieved until 24/72 hours after fitment. it is recommended 

to store adhesive weights in a cool dry location away from direct sunlight and they 

should be used within 1 year of purchase. 

Depending on the wheel radius, there may be a small visible gap between the 

adhesive and the rim, either on the centre or to the outer edges of the weight. This 

is due to radii difference as the weight fitment meets a compromise on various rim 

sizes. The balance weights have been tested to withstand a minimum shear force 

to Original Equipment standards and, whilst desirable, it is not essential to have the 

adhesive in contact across all of the surface to achieve specification. 

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Uncoated zinc weights 

Zinc balance weights and ‘white rust’ corrosion 

Artificial tests do not represent what happens in real conditions on a wheel 

Laboratory tests for the corrosion testing of zinc balance weights rely on spraying a salt water solution in a chamber to create a “fog” (mist) 

around the weight for several hundred hours (eg ASTM B117, iSO 9227, DiN 50021 SS). Typically 240 hours in a laboratory test is claimed to 

represent 5 years life on a car. 

Balance weights put into a static salty wet environment for several hundred hours can display a heavy flocculent white deposit (zinc hydroxide) 

and pictures of such weights have been shown around the balance weight market as below: 

LABORATORY ENVIRONMENT REAL ENVIRONMENT 

Example of a picture of 

weights shown in the market. 

This hows uncoated zinc 

weights placed into an 

artificial laboratory salt 

spray environment. 

Patina information 

Uncoated zinc weight after having been 

fitted to a steel wheel running approximately 

16,000Km (10,000 miles) over 18 months (UK). 

The surface has darkened with superficial 

corrosion which does not affect the weight 

performance or the steel wheel. This weight 

was fitted to a 3.5 tonne light truck with no 

wheel trims for maximum exposure to the road. 

Laboratory tests are useful for a comparison between the performance of different surfaces and materials but do not represent what happens 

on wheel in real life conditions. in addition the aftermarket would not expect a weight to last for 5 years but the life of the tyre which would 

typically be around half of this time or less with the seasonal change over from summer to winter tyres. Car companies use weights with 

corrosion protection as the specification is for the part to last the life of the car or a minimum 5 years. 

The primary reason given for the difference between laboratory test and real conditions is that when exposed to the weather the weights 

develop a protective skin called a “patina”. This patina comprises of zinc carbonate and offers an inert corrosion protection layer for the zinc 

metal. Detail of how the zinc carbonate “patina” will form are as below. This process is more commonly known as “weathering” with the effects 

of exposure to rain water, free air circulation, and constant wetting and drying. in addition there is often a heavy deposit of black brake dust 

and dirt building up on the weights which will give some additional protection. The continuous wetting and drying as seen in real life on a 

wheel gives fast “weathering” and the build up of the protective “patina” zinc carbonate layer. 

The formation of the zinc patina begins with exposure of the zinc weight to atmospheric oxygen. 

initially a thin layer of zinc oxide develops on the surface as a result of the oxygen reacting with 

the zinc. This oxide layer reacts with water to form a white gelatinous zinc hydroxide (“white rust”). 

During a drying phase the zinc hydroxide reacts with the carbon dioxide in the atmosphere forming 

a thin layer of zinc carbonate (patina). The rate of patina formation will depend on the environmental 

conditions but the constant wetting and drying as found on a wheel represents good conditions for 

this weathering process. 

if the drying phase does not happen the zinc hydroxide (“white rust”) continues to form thereby 

showing heavy “white rust” formation as shown by the above left hand photograph. 

TRAX ® offers the market a choice of coated or uncoated clip-on weights. There is a market for both. 

Distributors and tyre retailers are being advised it is essential to corrosion protect zinc balance weights 

and are not given a choice encouraging them to use more expensive coated weights. 

Uncoated weights are now being widely fitted across aftermarkets in Europe. 

Application guidelines for TRAX ® adhesive balance weights 

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Prepare 

wheel 

Good surface cleaning 

is essential. Prepare 

the wheel by removing 

any excess dirt or break 

dust using a clean cloth 

and an appropriate 

cleaning agent (eg 

ispoproponol 90%). 

The wheel temperature 

ideally should be a 

mininum 16⁰C as lower 

rim temperatures will 

affect the ability of 

the adhesive to give a 

satisfactory intitial bond. 

Cut to 

correct weight 

Once the wheel has 

been cleaned in the 

required imbalance 

zone, cut the strip or roll 

to the required weight. 

It is recommended to 

use scissors or a sharp 

knife to avoid rupturing 

or folding over the 

adhesive. 

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Remove 

protective liner 

Remove the protective 

liner from the underside 

of the adhesive. Care 

must be taken not to 

touch or contaminate 

the exposed adhesive to 

dirt or grease prior 

to application. 

FITTING ADHESIVE WEIGHTS TO NEW OR REFURBISHED ALLOY RIMS – weights may not stick 

A new or refurbished alloy rim may look clean but the surface paint or lacquer can have fresh wax or chemicals which do not allow 

a good adhesive bond. Please see the next page for details of fitting adhesive weights to new or refurbished alloy rims 

TRAXSOFT ® series 615C/616C SP(roll) is recommend for new or refurbished alloy rims – 

with special LOHMANN adhesive tape. 

Apply 

weight 

Fit the adhesive weight to 

the identified imbalance 

zone and apply even 

pressure across the 

balance weight to ensure 

that maximum adhesion is 

gained. Balance weight 

adhesive tape is pressure 

sensitive and the weight 

should be pushed hard 

across the length for 

2-3 seconds to ensure a 

satisfactory initial bond. It 

is recommended not to 

re-seat the weight to 

ensure optimum adhesion. 

• Storage – It is recommended to store adhesive weights in a cool dry location away from direct sunlight. They should be used 

within 1 year of purchase. 

• Fitting adhesive weights in cold weather – Below 16ºC standard adhesive tapes (eg “blue liner”) will loose their stickiness 

leading to potential bonding problems on cold and damp alloy rims. Series 615C/616C SP (roll) is recommended with the 

special LOHMANN adhesive tape which can be fitted to cold rims down to -5 ºC 

© TRAX JH Ltd May 2012 © TRAX JH Ltd May 2012 

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TRAX ® truck tyre compound TRAX ® truck tyre compound size chart 

Product code 

890X-012-BG01 

890X-010-BG01 

890X-008-BG01 

890X-006-BG01 

890X-004-BG01 

890X-003-BG01 

Description 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 

• Apply bead lubricant carefully. 

• Select the bag according to 

TRAX ® size chart. 

• Place the bag inside the tyre 

without opening it. 

• Mount and inflate the tyre 

as usual. 

• We recommend the use of a metal valve cap. 

TRAX ® disclaims any responsibility for air loss or the damage due to 

air loss if a self-sealing cap is not installed after installing the bag or 

checking air pressure. 

For further information on general handling of the product, please 

refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet, available through 

your supplier. 

INSTRUCTIONS D’APPLICATION: 

12oz Truck Tyre Compound 






• Appliquez avec soin le lubrifiant sur le talon. 

• Sélectionnez un sachet en fonction des 

indicationsdu tableau de TRAX ® . 

• Placez le sachet à l’intérieur du pneu, sans l’ouvrir. 

• Montez et gonflez le pneu comme habituellement. 

• Nous recommandons l’utilisation d’un bouchon de 

valve en métal. 

TRAX ® dénie toute responsabilité pour toute perte d’airou dommages 

provoqués par perte d’air si le capuchon auto-obturant n’est pas 

installé après l’installation du sachet ou la vérification de pression 

d’air. 

Pour plus d’information concernant la gestion du produit en générale 

veuillez consulter la fiche de données de sécurité, disponible par 

votre fournisseur. 

Size (g) 

340 

280 

230 

170 

115 

85 

ANWENDUNG: 

Bags per outer box 

40 

40 

40 

40 

40 

40 

• Streichen Sie den Wulst sorgfältig mit Paste ein. 

• Wählen Sie den passenden Beutel nach der TRAX ® 

Größentabelle . 

• Legen Sie den Beutel ungeöffnet in den Reifen. 

• Montieren und pumpen Sie den Reifen auf wie 

immer. 

• Wir empfehlen, eine Metallventilkappe zu 

verwenden. 

TRAX ® haften nicht für Luftverlust oder Schäden aufgrund von 

Luftverlust, wenn nach der installation des Beutels oder beim 

Überprüfen des Luftdrucks keine selbstdichtende (Metall-)Ventilkappe 

installiert wird. 

Für weitere informationen zum allgemeinen Umgang mit dem Produkt 

verweisen wir auf das Sicherheitsdaten-blatt, das ihr Lieferant zur 

Verfügung stellen kann. 

INSTRUCCIONES DE APLICACIÓN: 

Bags per inner box 

4x10 

4x10 

4x10 

2x20 

2x20 

2x20 

• Aplique lubricante de cuentas con cuidado. 

• Seleccione una bolsa de acuerdo a tabla de 

tamanos TRAX ® . 

• Lugar la bolsa a l’interior del neumatico sin abrirlo. 

• Monte e inflar el neumatico come de costumbre. 

• Se recomienda el uso de un tapon e la valvula 

demetal. 

TRAX ® renuncia a cualquier responsabilidad porpérdida de aire o 

daño por consecuencia de la pérdida de aire si no se instala una 

capa de sellado automático después de instalar la bolsa o verificar la 

presión de aire. 

Para más información sobre el manejo general del producto, 

consultra la Hoja de Datos de Seguridad del Material que está 

disponible por su proveedor. 

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balance 

weight 

technology 

TRUCK TYRE COMPOUND SIZE CHART 

Note: TRAX ® TRUCK TYRE COMPOUND is only suitable for tyres explicitly rated for commercial application. 

TRAX ® TRUCK TYRE COMPOUND is not recommended for application in car tyres. 

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HEAD OFFICE 

TRAX JH Ltd 

66 Mochdre Enterprise Park 

Newtown . Powys 

SY16 4LE . UK 

Tel: +44 (0) 1686 610 169 

Fax: +44 (0) 1686 628 959 

sales@TRAXjh.com 

www.TRAXjh.com 

GERMAN OFFICE 

Tel: +49 (0) 8092 854 871 

Fax: +49 (0) 8092 854 869 

sales@TRAXjh.com 

USA OFFICE 

TRAX JH USA Inc 

2324 Circuit Way 

Brooksville 

FL 34604 . USA 

Tel: 888-487-2954 

Tel: 888-4TRAXJH 

Fax: 352-799-1112 

sales@TRAXjh-usa.com 

www.TRAXjh-usa.com 

TRAX ® is a registered trade mark. 

Patent applications and design registrations apply. 

Specifications are liable to change without notice. 

The pictures and graphics are to be used as a guide 

only and are not guaranteed to represent product 

shape or appearance. 

© TRAX JH Ltd May 2012

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