No. 520 Swivel-Lock Stretcher

The Swivel-Lock Stretcher gives you the benefits of both straight and swivel heads. The head has 60° of free swivel for patterned carpet. Depress the built-in lock pin, and you can lock the swivel in 5 convenient positions. Lock in the straight position for square stretching, or at 15° for most angle stretching. There’s even a 30° setting for extreme angles found in “L” shaped living/dining rooms. Also features a stretch lock button for partial stretches. Pin depth adjustment bar allows for variable pin depth penetration for different carpet thicknesses. Adjusts with two screws in the pin plate. Comes with Lever Extension Tube, 3 extension tubes, transfer tube, and folding tail block. Adjusts from 37 inches to 23 feet and can be lengthened by adding tubes. Available in double case model only. Net weight: 59 lbs.

No. 499 Double Case Stretcher

The No. 499 fixed head stretcher comes with a push-button locking power handle, Auto-Lok tube, 3 extension tube sections, 1 transfer tube section, folding tail block, and separate head and tube cases. The Auto-Lok tube provides fast length adjustments in flexible increments. The tubes adjust from 37 inches to 23 feet, and can be lengthened with additional extension tubes (No. 502). The folding tail block allows you to stretch off walls, corners, or posts. The pin depth adjusting knob on the driving head provides variable pin depth settings, without the screws or screwdrivers found on other stretchers. Model No. 499 comes with separate head and tube cases that distribute the weight and provide room for additional components. The head case has built-in wheels, and the tube case hooks on for transport. (See No. 498E Empty Tube Case and No. 503 Empty Single Case for more case information.) Net weight: 59 lbs.

No. 500 Single Case Stretcher

The No. 500 fixed head stretcher comes with a push-button locking power handle, Auto-Lok tube, 3 extension tube sections, 1 transfer tube section, and a folding tail block. The Auto-Lok tube provides fast length adjustments in flexible increments. The tubes adjust from 37 inches to 23 feet, and can be lengthened with additional extension tubes (No. 502). The folding tail block allows you to stretch off walls, corners, or posts. The pin depth adjusting knob on the driving head provides variable pin depth settings, without the screws or screwdrivers found on other stretchers. Model No. 500 comes with a space-saving single case design that holds all the components. Case has wheels for transport. (See No. 503 Empty Single Case for more case information.) Net weight: 53 lbs.

No. 515 Mini-Stretcher with Seam Repair Attachment

The Mini Stretcher is great for pattern matching, fast restretching without tubes, and seam repair. Features include stretch-lock button, two fully pivotable gripper heads, open top wall blade for fast tucking, and carrying case. Gripper heads and wall blade are quickly connected onto either end using the push-button lock pins. Tall seam repair legs that create a 9″ high by 10″ wide work area to run an iron beneath are sold separately (No. 519).

No. 519 Tall Seam Repair Legs

Includes two tall seam repair legs only for Crain No. 515 Mini-Stretcher. They create a 9” high by 10” wide working area to run a seaming iron beneath the stretcher. Each leg includes a quick release pin for connection to the stretcher and holes for fastening to the pin plate assembly. Stretcher and pin plate assemblies are sold separately.

No. 507 Stairway Stretcher

This stretcher specifically designed for stairs provides a full and uniform stretch across the tread. Begin at the top of the stairs and work downwards, stretching then tucking the stair below. Prevents sore knees that result from kicking in stairs! Comes with carrying case. Net weight: 14 ½” lbs.

No. 518 Stair Claw

This tool provides a simple way to stretch carpet across the stair tread and form it around the stair nosing. Hook the gripper teeth in the carpet just ahead of the stair nosing, then pull the leverage handle down. A pulling action is generated on the teeth that stretches the carpet across the stair tread. At the same time, the bottom edge of the tool tucks the carpet up under the stair nosing. Recesses in the bottom edge allow the nose of the tacker to be inserted for easy stapling. A tough job is made easier with the Stair Claw! Net weight: 2 ounces.

No. 502 3′ Extension Tube

Each No. 502 Extension Tube Section can add up to 4 feet 8 inches of length to your stretcher in 4 inch increments. The holes of the tubes are punched rather than drilled for precision and durability. The spring buttons are flat on their top faces for smooth adjustment. The buttons are precisely located within the inner tube, so that they retain hold the outer tube on the inner tube during transport. Works with other standard size diameter poles. Closed length: 2 foot 10 inches. Range of useful length adjustment: 3 foot 4 inches to 4 foot 8 inches. Net weight: 6 lbs.

No. 501 Auto-Lok Tube

Adjust your stretcher poles in a flash with our Auto-Lok Tube! Just push back on your tubes to extend, push buttons and pull back to shorten. A proven time saver! Adds up to 4 feet 8 inches of length to your stretcher in convenient 1 ½ inch increments. Works with other Junior Power Stretchers with standard size poles. Closed length: 2 foot 10 inches. Range of useful length adjustment: 2 foot 10 ½ inches to 4 foot 8 inches. Net weight: 7 lbs.

No. 510 Lever Extension Tube

The top hand lever permits fast extension or retraction of the tail. The bottom floor lever unlocks when the stretcher head is lifted off the floor, allowing the head to be extended or retracted. Reduces back twisting necessary to activate the buttons of an Auto-Lok tube. Works with other Junior Power Stretchers with standard size poles (1 3/4” inside diameter). Closed length: 2 foot 10 inches. Range of useful length adjustment: 2 foot 10 1/2 inches to 4 foot 8 inches. Net weight: 7.82 lbs.

No. 516 3′ Aluminum Stretcher Tube

Aluminum stretcher tubes are lightweight and rustproof. The No. 516 3′ Aluminum Stretcher Tube can add up to 4 feet 8 inches of length to your stretcher in 4 inch increments. Crain aluminum tubes feature a score line on the inner tube and the outer tube for aligning the buttons with the holes during length adjustment. These tubes work with other standard size diameter tubes. Closed length: 2 foot 10 ½ inches. Range of useful length adjustment: 3 feet to 4 foot 8 inches. Net weight: 3 ¼ lbs.

No. 517 5′ Aluminum Stretcher Tube

Aluminum stretcher tubes are lightweight and rustproof. The No. 517 5′ Aluminum Stretcher Tube can add up to 8 feet 8 inches of length to your stretcher in 4 inch increments – enough for a variety of rooms. Crain aluminum tubes feature a score line on the inner tube and the outer tube for aligning the buttons with the holes during length adjustment. These tubes work with other standard size diameter tubes. Closed length: 5 feet. Range of useful length adjustment: 5 feet to 8 foot 8 inches. Net weight: 6 lbs.

No. 1500-23 Folding Tail Block

This multi-function three-position tail block has a 20 inch flat position for stretching off straight walls. It folds square for stretching off outside corners found in “L”-shaped living room / dining rooms. You can stretch off round posts by putting the legs at a 135° angle. This also locks the pivot so you can stretch all the way around a post as can be helpful in basements. This tail block also has wheels to help move it down the wall fast, and solid rubber pads that help it stay put under load. Works with all Crain stretchers, as well as other stretchers with standard poles. Net weight: 4.5 lbs.

No. 161 Notched Carpet Spreader

The notched carpet spreader is made from flexible steel. It can be used to press and hold the carpet in the gully at the tack strip while the stretch is released. This causes the carpet’s backing to set better on the pins of the tack strip. The blade of this spreader is flexible enough that it can also be used in tight spaces as a glue spreading trowel. Notches are 1/16 inch x 1/16 inch “U”-type. The blue plastic handle is ergonomically contoured. Blade width: 12 inches. Net weight: 8 oz.

No. 162 Plain Carpet Spreader

The plain carpet spreader is made with thicker 16 gauge plated steel without notches. It holds the carpet on the tack strip as the stretch is released for better setting of the pins into the carpet’s backing. With no notches, the tool makes a better tucking tool. Push it down the wall with pressure on the handle, and it tucks the carpet without catching yarns. The thicker blade does not bend under load. The black plastic handle is ergonomically contoured. Blade width: 10 inches. Net weight: 8 oz.

No. 500Z Cotton Head

The cotton grip head for our No. 499 and 500 Power Stretchers is recommended when stretching Berber carpets, loop pile carpets, and other low-level commercial carpets. The wire nap grips of this head are less likely to pull or snag loops or yarns that are easily damaged by the standard stretcher pin plate. Nap grips are replaceable. Net weight: 4 lbs.

No. 520Z Cotton Head

The cotton grip head for our No. 520 Swivel-Lock Stretcher is recommended when stretching Berber carpets, loop pile carpets, and other low-level commercial carpets. The wire nap grips of this head are less likely to pull or snag loops or yarns that are easily damaged by the standard stretcher pin plate. Nap grips are replaceable. Net weight: 4 lbs.

No. 497 Case with Driving Head

The No. 497 includes the driving head, tail block, and transfer tube components of our fixed head stretcher along with the head case. The head case will additionally hold an Auto-Lok tube and three extension tubes (not included with the No. 497). The head case has wheels for easy transport. The head case is made from tough yet lightweight blow- molded plastic with recessed latches and handles. Net weight: 32 lbs.

No. 498 Case with Tubes & Auto-Lok

The No. 498 includes three extension tubes, an Auto-Lok tube, plus the tube case. Our tube case has recesses that can be hooked onto our stretcher head cases that have corresponding hooks and wheels for easy transport. The tube case is made from high- density blow-molded plastic with recessed latches and handles for durability. Net weight: 27 lbs.

No. 498E Empty Tube Case

The No. 498E includes the tube case only. The tube case holds an Auto-Lok tube and up to three additional extension tubes. The tube case has recesses that can be hooked onto our stretcher head cases that have corresponding hooks and wheels for easy transport. The tube case is made from high-density blow-molded plastic with recessed latches and handles for durability. Net weight: 27 lbs.

No. 499E Empty Stretcher Cases

The No. 499E includes head and tube cases only. The head case includes wheels, and the tube case hooks on the head case for easy transport of both cases. The cases split to distribute the weight when carrying is necessary, or for loading into the van. These cases hold the driving head, tail block, transfer tube, Auto-Lok tube, and up to 7 additional extension tubes. Also holds Roberts 10-239. Made from tough, double-wall, high-density blow-molded plastic. Recessed latches and handles improve durability. Net weight: 18 lbs.

No. 503 Empty Single Case

The No. 503 includes the head case only. The space-saving design holds the driving head, transfer tube, tail block, Auto-Lok tube, and up to 3 additional extension tubes. The case has wheels for easy transport. The head case is made from tough yet lightweight blow-molded plastic, Latches and handles are recessed for added durability. Net weight: 11 lbs.

No. 1500-U Driving Head Complete

The No. 1500-U includes the driving head only of our fixed-head stretcher. Convenient features include a push-button stretch lock located on the handle for partial stretches, and a visual pin depth adjustment knob located on top of the head. No screws or screwdrivers are required to adjust pin depth. Round tube construction provides smooth stretching motion. Net weight: 12 lbs.

No. 1520-Z Swivel-Lock Driving Head Complete

The No. 1520-Z includes the driving head only for our swivel-head stretcher. The swivel head has 60° of free swivel for patterned carpet. Depress the built-in lock pin, and you can lock the swivel in 5 positions. Lock in the straight position for square stretching, or at 15° for most angle stretching. There’s even a 30° setting for extreme angles found in “L” shaped living/dining rooms. The push-button stretch lock is conveniently located on the handle for partial stretches. Pin depth is adjusted with two screws in the depth bar of the pin plate. Net weight: 12 lbs.