Press Controls; Manual Thruster Controls - Dukane i220 User Manual

Press Controls

This section describes the manual controls, indicators and
features of the Press/Thruster System.
If desired, the controls on the front of the thruster can be
used to manually set parameters for a given process.
Features used on the control panel are:
• Indicators associated with the controls to provide a
visual indication of the control settings.
• Metric measurements

Manual Thruster Controls

Refer to Figure 4-10 for the location of the controls.
Mechanical Stop Adjustment
The function of the mechanical stop is to halt the down-
stroke at a predetermined point. It is used in two ways:
• To stop the downstroke at a particular depth of travel
relative to the fixture/anvil.
• To prevent the horn from contacting the fixture when
there is no part present. This prevents possible dam-
age to the horn and/or fixture. Never allow the horn to
contact the fixture while ultrasonic power is applied
to the horn. Metal–to–metal contact can void the horn
and/or tooling warranty.
The Mechanical Stop position may be locked by tightening
the lock screw located on the left side of the press. Once
locked, it will be difficult or impossible to turn the Mechani-
cal Stop Adjustment Knob on the front panel.
Down Speed Adjustment
This control adjusts the downward velocity of the press/
thruster slide assembly. Turning the knob clockwise de-
creases the speed. Turning it counterclockwise increases
the speed of descent.
There is a locking ring at the base of the Down Speed
knob to lock the knob and prevent it from turning.
Weld (Pressure Regulator)
The weld (pressure regulator) knob is used to set the amount
of air pressure applied to the air cylinder during the press
downstroke, the weld, and the hold cycle.
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NOTE
Total Stroke = 7 inches (177.800mm)
This is the thruster's maximum available
distance of travel.
CAUTION
Do not allow the horn to con-
tact the fixture while ultrasonic
power is applied to the horn.
M e t a l – t o – m e t a l
t a c t c a n v o i d t h e h o r n a n d / o r
tooling warranty.
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