Service Cart ............17–18 Angle Iron and Rebar Support ........ 21 Description The Greenlee Shearing Station is used to shear commonly branded, mild steel strut channel, threaded rod, angle iron and rebar products. This tool is not designed to be used with stainless steel, aluminum or fiberglass strut or threaded rod workpieces.
Shear 30T Shearing Station IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY ALERT Strut channel and threaded rod ends can be sharp. Gloves are SYMBOL recommended when handling these materials. This symbol is used to call your attention to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in an injury or property damage.
Shear 30T Shearing Station Shear 30T Shearing Station Identification 1. Service Cart 11. 30 Ton Hydraulic Ram with Universal Coupling 2. Cutting Unit 12. Die Retaining Rails 3. Front Material Rest 13. End Stop 4. Rear Channel Rest 14. Mobile Die 5.
Shear 30T Shearing Station Caster Mounting Rotate the Service Cart on its side. Cart is heavy, advise having two persons when turning cart. Attach the Rigid and Swivel Casters to the bottom shelf of the Service Cart with the included caster mounting hardware.
Shear 30T Shearing Station Shear 30T Shearing Station Die Loading/Changeover If a die set is already loaded in the cutting unit, pull the Swing Arm out of the Mobile Die and rotate it onto the Die Spacer. Pull back the End Stop and slide out the Mobile Die within the Cassette Frame, then push the Stationary Die forward and slide it out also.
Shear 30T Shearing Station Setting the Measurement Stop The Measurement Stop can be set to repeatedly cut lengths from 12 to 48 inches. Turn the Measurement Stop Knob holding down the Extension Arm counter- clockwise to unlock. Set stop to required cut length by moving the arm left or right as needed, then retighten the knob.
Shear 30T Shearing Station Shear 30T Shearing Station Operation Engage caster brakes before operating unit. Cutting Strut Channel When cutting strut channel, the work piece must always be supported by the Front Material Rest. Do not cut total channel lengths of less than 7.5” as they cannot be properly supported and can cause a die to fracture.
Shear 30T Shearing Station Operation (cont’d) Cutting Threaded Rod Push the workpiece through the Stationary and Mobile Dies up to the Measurement Stop (if being used) or to desired finished length. The Rear Rod Rest can be raised to support longer workpieces. Firmly seat the rod against the threads of the Stationary Die and keep the workpiece perpendicular to the dies.
Shear 30T Shearing Station Shear 30T Shearing Station Operation (cont’d) Engage caster brakes before operating unit. Cutting Angle Iron (Steel Angles) and Rebar Note: When cutting angle iron and rebar, the reaction force on the ends of the workpiece can be severe.
A dry film lubricant such as Molykote 557 is recommended. The material cutting dies are wear parts and will fail over time. Order additional dies through Greenlee distributors. The unit experiences a shock during each cutting cycle which can loosen bolt connections over time. Periodically check all fasteners on the Cutting Unit and retighten where needed.
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Shear 30T Shearing Station Shear 30T Shearing Station Available Dies (cont’d) Note: The hot-dipped galvanized finished available from many manufacturers will often leave beads of finish on the product and can be more difficult to get through dies. Greenlee Tools, Inc.
Shear 30T Shearing Station Cutting Unit Mounting To mount the Cutting Unit to another surface, first unfasten the three 3/8-16 by 5/8” long hex bolts underneath the top shelf of the service cart to free the unit. The following bolt pattern will be required on the new surface.
Shear 30T Shearing Station Shear 30T Shearing Station Installation Instructions – Angle Iron and Rebar Support Please follow the directions below to create the mount- ing holes for the Rear Support. If your service cart already has holes drilled for the Rear Support please skip to the mounting instructions.
Shear 30T Shearing Station Exploded Views and Parts Lists Exploded View – Cutting Unit Note: Torque 3/8 screws to 35ft lbs and 1/4 screws to 10ft lbs. Greenlee Tools, Inc. 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
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Shear 30T Shearing Station Shear 30T Shearing Station Exploded Views and Parts Lists (cont’d) Exploded View – Cutting Unit Part No. Description 52084465 Material Rest Kit ..................1 Socket Head Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 7/8 L ..........3 Bellville Washer, .38 ID x 3/4 OD ............3 Front Material Rest ................1...
Shear 30T Shearing Station Exploded Views and Parts Lists (cont’d) Exploded View – Service Cart Greenlee Tools, Inc. 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
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Shear 30T Shearing Station Shear 30T Shearing Station Exploded Views and Parts Lists (cont’d) Exploded View – Service Cart Part No. Description 52084468 Cart Components Kit ................1 Grommet, 1-1/2 ID x 2-3/8 OD ..............1 Screw, Spade, 3/8-16 x 3/4 L ..............1 Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1 L ..............3...
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Shear 30T Shearing Station Exploded Views and Parts Lists (cont’d) Exploded View – Angle Iron and Rebar Support Part No. Description 52087961 Support Frame and Base Kit (includes items 1+2) ......... Screw-Cap 3/8-16 x 1.25 SKT BTN HD ..........4 Nut-Hex 3/8-16 ..................4 Base Weldment..................1...