Get Drive-Check™ and 2D Quick-Touch™ Wheel Balancer Technology

Ranger’s Drive-Check technology makes it easier than ever before to automatically measure rotational imbalances. The Drive-Check program activates a driving simulation during all balancing modes, measuring imbalances through simulated real-world road conditions. This means that Ranger’s wheel balancer technology prepares operators to perfectly balance the tire and wheel assembly with upmost confidence that the wheel balancer will get it right the very first time.

Highly precise digital sensor technology

Ranger’s Digital Sensor Technology is the “DST” in DST-642D, and it’s extremely important to their wheel balancer engineering. The 64-bit, single-bit chip tech makes for speedier and more accurate balances. This allows operators to use a variety of balance and weight placement techniques for OEM and aftermarket tire/wheel configurations.

By using a single 64-bit chip, the DST642D wheel balancer delivers a more stable balance, and processing speeds are greatly improved. Since less hardware is involved, there’s less maintenance to worry about over time. The dedicated hyper-transport protocol lets data communicate with the micro-processor with much less delay, meaning less power is consumed. The internal components operate at lower temperatures, which results in an extended life for the unit and improved performance.

Serpentine poly-V belt features a polyester-aramid fiber composite core to resist degradation of functional performance under extreme operating conditions. Poly-V belt pairs perfectly with the motor and spindle sheave for continuous tension and distribution.

(1) Dynamic, (2) static, (1) standard alloy and variable alloy setting that enables you to select the exact weight placement location you choose for the specific wheel being serviced. Easily configured with the simple push of a button for a variety of wheel styles and designs.

Multi-directional quartz piezoelectric load sensors

Dual-component piezoelectric quartz load sensors mate with a single digital rotation encoder to record longitudinal, transversal and shear effects for multi-directional force unbalance detection. These sensors are extremely precise for greater stability, as well as reduced wheel balancer fatigue. The high-rigidity quartz crystal sensors mean that you’ll be able to detect all tire/wheel assembly measurements faster and more accurately than ever before.

Automatic wheel data entry

Ranger’s simple and easy-to-use inner data set arm allows you to enter offset distance of the wheel assembly quickly and automatically. The wheel width and diameter measurements can be manually taken and entered in seconds.

User-friendly operation

The DST-642D comes with sturdy soft-touch keys which complete a user-friendly display panel that features tire and wheel graphics for faster entry of wheel data. You’ll be able to master your wheel balancer in no time, thanks to the step-by-step interface, and the big, bright icons will indicate each balancing function. Additionally, when any wheel is rolled top-dead-center, the LED display will light up and an alarm will sound. Hidden or behind-the-spoke weight placement techniques are assisted by tiered weight placement indicators.

Inner wheel target lighting

The wheel balancer features a long-lasting LED inner wheel target light, which will light up the interior of the rim and identifies the best place to place weights. The light automatically activates when the wheel restraint pedal is engaged.

Multi-directional, anti-glare control panel

The DST-642D comes loaded with a fully adjustable control panel which can minimize sunlight glare while making all wheel balancer operations (and ultimately your shop) far more productive. The display can be moved in all directions to compensate for sunlight, overhead light fixture glare or user height/preference. Light diffuses off the screen to make readouts more visible—no more dealing with annoying and painful glare!

Quick and precise setup

You don’t want to have to pay for little mistakes which can end up costing a lot. And with the DST-642D you won’t have to. There are several center cones, a rear-mounted spring, and a non-marring “Quick-Nut” bell adapter that will assist in all wheel mounting procedures. They’ll also protect wheels against costly scratches, dings, and other damages.

Automatic weight optimization

The DST642D automatically detects the minimum amount of weight needed to achieve an optimum balance, so you’re never “chasing” weights (a waste of time and money). The increased accuracy and efficiency of weight placement readouts make this wheel balancer worth every penny.

Tape weight feeder

Ranger’s Quick-Peel™ adhesive sits conveniently in a side shelf and features an easy-to-use open-top design for fast access. Bulk rolls are available for restocking at any time.

Standard accessories and mounting cone package

The DST642D tooling package comes standard with a medium-duty truck cone, in addition to the standard car and light truck cones. The four-piece cone set includes the following sizes: 1.75”-2.75”, 2.75”-3.50”, 3.50”-4.25” and 4.25” – 5.12”. Other standard accessories include wheel caliper, weight hammer, rear mounting spring, Quick-Nut, Quick-Nut bell adapter and specialty calibration weight.

Wheel weight starter kit

With the purchase of your new DST642D wheel balancer, you’ll also receive two bulk rolls of 100 silver and 100 black adhesive tape weights at no additional cost. Also included is a starter box of mixed clip-on steel weights.

Flange plate kit

Precision balancing requires a flange plate kit, and this completely adjustable, multi-position design features centering pin adapters that fit almost all vehicles, foreign and domestic. The pin adapters also fit light-duty truck lug-bolt patterns. Lug-bolt adapters are better for wheel balancing than using the cone by itself, and your customers will feel the difference when they drive. Flange plate kit includes a measuring caliper.