Cleco 8RSA-10BQ Push Button Reverse Inline Screwdriver | 8-Series | 800 RPM | 0.5 - 5.3 (ft-lbs) Torque Range

When consistent light-assembly fastening matters more than breakaway power, the Cleco 8RSA-10BQ push-to-start inline screwdriver gives production teams a compact pneumatic option for controlled screw rundown. Its 0.5 - 5.3 ft-lbs torque range, equal to 0.8 - 7.3 Nm, suits small fasteners, fixture assembly, appliance work, electronics-adjacent production, and general bench fastening where repeatability helps reduce rework. The 800 RPM free speed balances controlled rundown with efficient cycle time, while the inline body keeps the tool aligned with the fastener for straight, stable driving.

This 8-Series Cleco screwdriver uses a Clecomatic clutch, a torque-control clutch that shuts off at the set torque to improve fastening consistency from part to part. A push-to-start throttle starts the tool when axial pressure is applied to the bit, helping streamline repetitive assembly work, while the push-button reverse lets operators back out screws without changing tools. The 1/4" hex quick-change output accepts common insert bits and speeds bit changes at the workstation.

Type: Pneumatic Inline Screwdriver | Series: 8-Series | Model: 8RSA-10BQ | Start Type: Push-to-Start | Reverse Type: Push Button Reverse | Output Drive: 1/4" Hex Quick Change | Clutch: Clecomatic | Free Speed: 800 RPM | Torque Range: 0.5 - 5.3 ft-lbs / 0.8 - 7.3 Nm | Length: 9.6" | Weight: 2.38 lb / 1.08 kg | Side to Center: 0.77" | Air Consumption: 19.1 SCFM | Air Inlet: 1/4" | Rated Air Pressure: 90 PSI

Features:

• Compact inline design helps save workstation space, reduce tool weight, and simplify integration into assembly environments.
• Clecomatic clutch supports consistent torque accuracy and repeatability for repetitive fastening operations.
• 800 RPM free speed provides controlled rundown for small to medium assembly screws without making the tool overly aggressive.
• Push-to-start operation activates the screwdriver when the operator applies pressure to the fastener, supporting efficient repetitive cycles.
• Push button reverse allows quick screw removal or correction without reaching for a separate reverse-control tool.
• 1/4" hex quick-change output accepts common screwdriver bits and helps reduce downtime during bit swaps.
• Cleco motor construction is built for durability in production fastening environments.
• Designed for serviceability, with high parts interchangeability across compatible Cleco products.

Tech Tip: To increase tool performance, extend tool life, and lessen repair costs, use it with a Filter-Regulator-Lubricator FRL)

Applications:

• Light manufacturing assembly — installing machine screws, brackets, panels, covers, and small threaded fasteners on production benches.
• Appliance and equipment assembly — controlled screw rundown where repeatable torque helps protect parts and reduce stripped fasteners.
• Electronics-adjacent production — fastening housings, frames, and non-micro components that fall within the tool’s torque range.
• Automotive subassembly — assembling interior parts, fixtures, trim components, and light-duty hardware before final installation.
• MRO and repair benches — repetitive disassembly and reassembly tasks where an inline pneumatic screwdriver improves consistency over hand tools.

FAQs:

• Q: What does the Clecomatic clutch do?
  A: The Clecomatic clutch is a torque-control clutch that helps the screwdriver shut off at the selected torque. This improves repeatability when the same fastener is installed many times during assembly.
• Q: What type of bits does the 8RSA-10BQ accept?
  A: This model uses a 1/4" hex quick-change output, which accepts common 1/4" hex screwdriver bits. Always match the bit style and quality to the fastener and torque requirement.
• Q: Is this screwdriver better for production work or occasional repair?
  A: It is primarily suited to repetitive production and bench assembly work where controlled torque and cycle consistency matter. It can also be useful for repair benches when the fasteners are within the tool’s torque range.
• Q: What air pressure is required?
  A: The catalog data rates the tool at 90 PSI. Use clean, regulated air and verify the supply line can support the 19.1 SCFM air consumption requirement.
• Q: What is the difference between push-to-start and trigger start?
  A: Push-to-start tools run when the operator presses the bit into the fastener, which can speed repetitive inline fastening. Trigger-start tools use a separate trigger or lever, which some operators prefer for intermittent work.

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