Summary of Contents for SMC Networks CKZ3N-X2742A Series
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Document No. CKZ*-OM0204Q PRODUCT NAME P O W E R C L A M P C Y L I N D E R MODEL / Series / Product Number CKZ3N-X2742A/X2568 Series (φ50, 63) CKZ3T-X2734/X2568 Series (φ50, 63)
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Contents P3,4 Safety Instructions Installation P5 1-1. Common precautions for power clamp cylinder P6~7 1-2. Power clamp cylinder mounting and setup procedure P8~10 1-3. Relation between shim thickness and clamping force P11~13 1-4. Clamp arm P14 1-5. Manual lock release 1-6.
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C o n t e n t s · Dimensions: Clamp Arm Bore size: 50 P32 · Dimensions: Clamp Arm Bore size: 63 P33 P34,35 Troubleshooting - 2 -...
Safety Instructions These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations and/or equipment damage. These instructions indicate the level of potential hazard with the labels of “Caution,” “Warning” or “Danger.” They are all important notes for safety and must be followed in addition to International Standards (ISO/IEC) , and other safety regulations.
Safety Instructions Caution The product is provided for use in manufacturing industries. The product herein described is basically provided for peaceful use in manufacturing industries. If considering using the product in other industries, consult SMC beforehand and exchange specifications or a contract if necessary. If anything is unclear, contact your nearest sales branch.
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For actuator precautions, refer to the “Handling Precautions for SMC Products” on the SMC website: http://www.smcworld.com Common precautions for power clamp cylinder Caution (1) The tightening torque of clamp arm fixing bolt is 12 to 15 N・ m for φ50 and 15 to 20 N・ m for φ63.
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Power clamp cylinder mounting and setup procedure <Ex. 1 When using clamping force only : When equipped with a workpiece receptacle> ●CKZ3N-X2742A type ●CKZ3T-X2734 type A) Place the workpiece, supply air to the clamping port without attaching the block on the arm side, and operate the clamp arm to the end of the clamp.
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<Ex. 2 When using a hard stop: When not equipped with a workpiece receptacle> ●CKZ3N-X2742A type ●CKZ3T-X2734 type A) Supply air to the clamping port without installing the upper hard stop, and operate the clamp arm to the end of the clamp. B) In the state of A), attach the upper hard stop and adjust shim ①...
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Relation between shim thickness and clamping force Use this figure as a guide as there is a tolerance of about 10% in the clamp cylinder body. When a shim exceeding the peak clamping force position on the graph is inserted, the lock will not be activated when clamped.
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Clamp arm Relation between arm length and clamping force ●CKZ3N-X2742A type ●CKZ3T-X2734 type Allowable arm length ●CKZ3N-X2742A type ●CKZ3T-X2734 type - 11 -...
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Allowable load mass ●CKZ3N-X2742A type ●CKZ3T-X2734 type - 12 -...
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Mounting of the arm 1) Make sure that the air has been discharged from the cylinder. 2) Mount the arm to the clamp cylinder, then tighten it with the hexagon socket head cap screws to the tightening torque below. Clamp cylinder Take care not to get your finger caught! Spring washer...
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Manual lock release Be sure to confirm safety before manually releasing the lock, and only perform work while the air is exhausted. Otherwise, the clamp arm may operate unexpectedly. In the case of a rubber cover, the lock can be released easily by hitting the round tab on the cover with a plastic hammer.
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To change the arm opening angle Procedure for changing the stopper bolt position 1) Remove the stopper bolt of the head cover, and replace with a stopper bolt for the desired angle using the tightening torque below. When tightening the stopper bolt, hold the head cover. Refer to Replacement Parts (CKZ3N-X2742A : P20., CKZ3T-X2734 : P.29) for the part numbers of the applicable stopper bolts.
Top cover replacement 1) Mount the top cover to the clamp cylinder, then tighten it to the specified tightening torque below. 2) It is possible to change from a rubber cover type to a metal cover type. Refer to Replacement Parts (CKZ3N-X2742A : P.20, CKZ3T-X2734 : P.29) for the part numbers of the top cover replacement parts.
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Mounting of end lock spring and handle (for X2568) 1) Place the end lock spring according to the adjusted opening angle which can be seen on end lock plate display. [ Tighthening torque : 1.5 to 2.0 N・m ] ●CKZ3N-X2568 type ●CKZ3T-X2568 type Hexagon socket Hexagon socket...
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* Refer to pages 23 to 26 for the weight of clamp arms. Use M12-4 pin socket (female) A cord. - 19 -...
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Refer to page 15 and 16 for procedures for changing the stopper bolt and switch positions and for top cover replacement instructions. - 20 -...
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* Refer to pages 32 and 33 for the weight of clamp arms. Use M12-4 pin socket (female) A cord. - 28 -...
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Refer to page 15 and 16 for procedures for changing the stopper bolt and switch positions and for top cover replacement instructions. - 29 -...
Troubleshooting Trouble Possible cause Countermeasures ・ Supply appropriate pressure. Operation has lost smoothness. 1. Insufficient pressure. ・ Supply appropriate pressure. Force has decreased. 1. Insufficient air pressure.. ・ The resistance in the fluid path may 2. Insufficient flow rate. have increased due to deformation or foreign matter entering the product.
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Trouble Possible cause Countermeasures ・ Use a speed controller suitable for the Piston speed cannot be adjusted with 1. Incorrect speed controller selection. the speed controller. size of the product. Refer to the catalog and operation manual of the speed controller for details.
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