MATE ValuGrind Manual

Tool grinding system 400v configuration

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ValuGrind™

Tool Grinding System

(400V Configuration)

LIT00834

Rev F

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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Grinding ........................16 Replacement of grinding wheel ................16 Warning ........................18 9.10 Possible defects and their repair ................18 Appendix: Wiring Diagram Statement of Conformity Spare Parts List Fixture Diagrams Coolant Recommendation Coolant Material Safety Data Warranty ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Page 2...
Page 3: Safety Rules
Danger of injury Danger arising from the sprayed out liquid Hose, Nozzle Danger of injury Danger arising from the inhalation of vapours Working area of the grinding machine Danger to health and dusts ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 3...
Page 4: Machine Maintenance
2. Tension the belt by pushing the motor body in the direction of the grinding machine column. 3. Tighten the screws of the motor plate. Fig. 1 Check tightness of electrical connections at regular electrical inspections. ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 4...
Page 5 More use and softer materials will require more frequent cleaning. Follow one of the procedures below when the ValuGrind Tool Grinding System does not seem to be cutting as freely as it has in the past.
Page 6: Intended Use Of Machine
The machine is fitted with a cooling system that prevents the ground tool from warming while simultaneously removing mechanical particles which are produced during grinding, thus improving quality of the ground surface. ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 6...
Page 7: Specifications
50 % at the highest temperature. A higher relative humidity is permitted at a lower temperature e. g. 90% at 68°F (90% at 20 C). The machine is designed to operate properly at elevations of up to 3280 ft. (1000 m). ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 7...
Page 8 Column Tube Knob Grinding Wheel Magnetic Chuck Tilting Plate 10 Electric Motor 11 Pump 12 Wiring 13 Handle 14 Strainer 15 Cover 16 Control Panel 17 Closing Valve 18 Emulsifying Strainer ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 8...
Page 9: Description Of Wiring
The power cable is fitted with a plug that allows the phase terminals to be swapped. The electrical equipment of the machine has to be checked and inspected regularly in compliance with EN 60 204-1. ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters)
Page 10: Putting The Machine Into Operation
First, check the state and tightening of the grinding wheel. Set the height of the grinding wheel cover so that the bottom edge of the cover is about 0.04-0.08 inches (1-2 mm) above the bottom edge of the grinding wheel. (Figure 6) ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 10...
Page 11 (the level must fill about two thirds of the level gauge on the left hand side of the tank). Check the drain plugs (Figure 7) for any leakage, if necessary tighten them. Check the function of the coolant pump and of the closing valve. Fig. 7 ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 11...
Page 12: Machine Operation
To ensure the correct positioning of the tool, a fixture for setting the grinding angle can be used in such a manner that the angle setting of the side edge of the fixture head corresponds to the angle of the side edge of the tool (Figure 9). Fig. 9 ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 12...
Page 13: Clamping Trumpf Punches
(Figure 11 a and b). MT™ and MTG™ multi tool punches are clamped the same way as other Thick Turret punches (Figure 12). Fig. 11a Fig. 11b ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 13...
Page 14: Clamping Whisper/Roof Top Punches
(Figure 13b). When the required shear angle has been set, the position must be secured by means of the fastening nuts (B). Do not forget to return the fixture back to the standard 0° position! Fig. 13 ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 14...
Page 15: Clamping A Die
To adjust the nozzle (adjustment of height and direction), loosen the cap nut of the nozzle holder on the pulley cover in the front part of the arm. Regular inspection and cleaning of the coolant nozzle is recommended. ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 15...
Page 16: Grinding
Use a 27mm socket to loosen the nut and remove the wheel. Install the new wheel and tighten the nut. Be careful not to break the wheel with the shear gage. (Figure 18) ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters)
Page 17 (Figure 18) to prevent punches falling below the clamp. NOTE: Use of magnetic chuck may add magnetism to the parts being sharpened and they may need to be demagnetized after sharpening. Fig. 19 ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 17...
Page 18: Warning
Blue spots appear on the Cooling is not functional Check the cooling system (refill the ground surface coolant, clean the filter) Excessive engagement or Observe the rules of grinding device grinding speed operation (Article 9.4) ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 18...
Page 21 Thin Turret Fixture Set MATE01993 Murata Wiedemann Fixture Set MATE01994 Drive Belt 10x375 MATE01960 Magnetic Base & T-handle MATE01969 Water Pump: 50W 400V 50/60HZ 3 MATE01958 Phase Motor 940W 400V 50Hz MATE01980 ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 21...
Page 22 Illustrations are for reference of tool positioning only. Actual fixture may appear different. ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 22...
Page 23 Illustrations are for reference of tool positioning only. Actual fixture may appear different. ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 23...
Page 24 Illustrations are for reference of tool positioning only. Actual fixture may appear different. FIXTURE FOR TRUMPF STYLE PUNCHES AND DIES ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 24...
Page 25 V A R ITO O L 6 STA TIO N V A R ITO O L 8 STA TIO N V A R ITO O L 1 2 STA TIO N ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 25...
Page 26 FIXTURE FOR 114 STYLE D THRU J STATION, MARATHON E THRU H STATION PUNCHES THIN TURRET 3-1/2 FULL BODY PUNCH ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 26...
Page 27 FIXTURE FOR 112 STYLE B THRU H STATION PUNCHES ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 27...
Page 28 FIXTURE POCKET 112 A STATION 112 B STATION 112 C STATION 112 D STATION 114 B STATION 114 C STATION 114 D STATION VARITOOL 6 STATION VARITOOL 8 STATION VARITOOL 12 STATION ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 28...
Page 29 FIXTURE FOR THIN TURRET STYLE AND MTG STYLE DIES ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 29...
Page 30 FIXTURE FOR THIN TURRET STYLE AND MTG STYLE PUNCHES TOOLING STYLE FIXTURE POCKET 1/2" STATION 5/8" STATION 1-1/4" STATION 1-1/4" STATION 2" STATION STRIPPIT 3-1/2" STATION INCH SHANK 3-1/2" STATION STRIPPIT MTG 3 STATION MTG 8 STATION ©2011 Mate Precision Tooling Dimensions in Inches(millimeters) Page 30...
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