Installing The Thruster - Dukane iq series User Manual

Installing the Thruster

Secure the thruster to a rigid stationary structure by
placing the back of the thruster onto the support frame.
Align the bolt holes in the thruster with the bolt slots in
the support frame. Insert the two (hex head) mounting
bolts (M10-1.5 x 40mm), with flat washers, as shown in
Figure 3-17. Align the thruster with the work surface in
both the horizontal and vertical planes to assure parallel-
ism. Tighten the bolts.
When mounted to a Dukane column as in the press
configuration, the height of the thruster is adjustable on
the column. If the height of the thruster is not adjust-
able in your mounting arrangement, you must consider
the distance from the horn tip to the work surface when
determining the position of the thruster.
The distance between the tip of the retracted horn and
the parts in the fixture must be less than the maximum
travelling distance (stroke) of the thruster slide assembly.
If greater, the horn will be unable to contact the parts
during operation.
A shorter distance between the retracted horn tip and the
parts in the fixture means a shorter travelling distance
(stroke) during operation which results in two advantages:
• A more stable thruster when applying pressure
to the parts
• A shorter duty cycle for a faster production rate
However, make certain, that there is sufficient room for
the placement and removal of parts.
Dukane Manual Part No. 403-586-02
Distance from
horn to work
surface should be
less than 7 inches.
Figure 3-17 Example of Mounting the Thruster
to a Rigid Structure
NOTE
Total Stroke = 7 inches (177.800mm)
This is the thruster's maximum available
distance of travel.
Section 3 - Installation
Mounting
Holes
Washers
*
Mounting Bolts
Rigid
Mounting
*
(
2) Hex head Mounting Bolts
M10-1.5 x 40mm
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