Pintle Tow Ball Protector: Australian-Made

SKU: PROTECTOR-508 Category: Pintle Parts and Balls Tags: Australian Made, bartlett, Couplemate™ Core, curt, Hayman Reese, Holland, mister hitches, Pintle, sunrise, vorlandi, Wallace Brand: Couplemate

Pintle Tow Ball Protector | 50Mm Combination Pintle Hooks

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Price

$38.50 Inc.GST

✓ Minimises abrupt shunt between trailer and tow vehicle.
✓ Increases tow ball lifespan when towing with pintle rings.
✓ Reduces annoying noises for a smooth tow.
Designed and manufactured by Couplemate™ Australia.

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Pintle Tow Ball Protector | Extend Your Tow Ball Life

The Pintle Tow Ball Protector is a safety device for genuine Couplemate™ Combination Pintle Hook tow balls.

No more broken tow balls: the ball protector acts as a cushion or dampener to remove most of the impact of towing equipment during acceleration.

The gap between the ring coupling and the tow ball can vary by up to 30mm between pintle hook brands. As a result, forces occurring during acceleration from a stationary position cause damage to the tow ball.

How Does the Protector Work?

The ball protector has two parts:

An inner band: wraps around the tow ball
An outer sleeve: locks in the inner band

This protective design provides the tow ball with extra strength to avoid premature damage during use.

Because the tow ball protector endures the brunt of the towing forces, eventually the protector may need to be replaced. But this extends the life of your tow ball, minimises the abrupt jerking motion of the trailer, and reduces noise.

Couplemate™ has two tow ball protectors on offer

So, how do you know which one you need?

For Genuine Couplemate Pintle Hooks

If you have a genuine Couplemate™ Pintle Hook, you will want the yellow covers (CM508). This suits tow balls with a 1 1/8’’ shank.

This suits both our CM530 Combination Pintle Hook Receiver Arm and our CM500 Combination Pintle Hook.

Genuine Couplemate™ Pintle Hooks have a yellow horn and an aluminium plate with our manufacturing details.

Aftermarket Pintle Hooks will use this variation here.

Using the Tow Ball Protector

Ensure that the pintle hook horn is closed when not in use. Vibration from the road can cause the polyurethane ring to move upwards and dislodge.

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Why Choose Our Australian-Made Pintle Tow Ball Protector?

Engineered to survive local conditions, this premium protector blocks heavy wear and safeguards your towing investment.

Australian-Made Durability
Locally manufactured with premium, UV-stabilised materials designed to withstand harsh outback sun and rugged off-road tracks.
Dual-Purpose Shielding
Prevents the pintle hook mechanism from scratching or chipping your standard 50mm tow ball when utilising a combination hitch setup.
Debris & Corrosion Barrier
Keeps the tow ball clean and free of abrasive road grit, mud, and water, extending grease life and preventing raw metal rust.
Snug High-Grip Fit
Moulded for a precise push-on fitment that stays firmly in place under highway wind speeds without requiring secondary fasteners.

Limitations & Usage Notes

Review these usage guidelines to ensure compatibility with your existing towing assembly.

Hitch Type Restrictions
Exclusively engineered for combination pintle/ball hook assemblies; it will not fit over oversized standalone industrial pintle rings.
Manual Removal Before Coupling
You must manually pull it off each time you connect a standard trailer coupling, so store it inside the tow vehicle to avoid misplacing it.

Frequently Asked Questions

- Will this protector fit a standard 50mm tow ball?
  
  Yes, it is perfectly tailored to press over standard 50mm tow balls integrated within Australian-style combination pintle hooks.
- Is the material UV-rated for Australian sun exposure?
  
  Absolutely. It is proudly manufactured locally in Australia using commercial-grade polymers containing advanced UV-stabilizers to prevent cracking or fading.
- Can it stay attached while towing a pintle ring trailer?
  
  No, this guard acts as a protective shield while the tow ball is idle or when the top pintle arm is locked empty. It must be detached before dropping a trailer ring or coupling onto the ball.

Additional information

Weight	0.1 kg
Dimensions	6 × 6 × 6 cm

Our Service Lifetime Warranty

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

Couplemate™ is a manufacturer and vendor of high-quality towing, trailer, and caravan components. Couplemate™ Core Goods and Custom Work are guaranteed to be free of defects for the service lifetime of the product when used as intended.

Warranties are non-transferrable and Couplemate™ requires satisfactory proof of purchase prior to issuing a remedy. The full Couplemate™ Warranty Policy can be found in the Terms & Conditions: Section 8 – Consumer Guarantees & Warranty.

Warranties are in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. If something is wrong with your order, please contact our team.

60-Day Returns

After 60 years of experience, we know that life has its unpredictable moments.

All Couplemate™ orders (online, over the phone, or in-store) have a 60 day period for change-of-mind returns and exchanges. There are some items that can’t be returned and some returns may incur a 15% restocking fee.

You can view our full policy for change-of-mind returns here.

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