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  • Page 1 TDP 6s Tablet Press User Manual ® We don’t just sell machines— we provide service.
  • Page 2 Copyright Notice © LFA Machines Oxford Limited, published in 2020 by LFA Machines Oxford Limited 2019. Registered in England and Wales, company number 08428898, registered office for service Demar House 14 Church Road East Wittering, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 8PS.

  • Page 3: Copyright Notice

    • Use this machine only for its intended use For personal protection while transporting the as described in this manual. TDP 6s ® , abide by these actions: • Turn off and unplug the machine before • Use an engine hoist to lift the machine.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    Modes for Stopping In the case of an emergency during manual operation, immediately stop turning the Hand Wheel and remove yourself from the TDP 6s ® In the case of an emergency during motor operation, immediately press the red OFF button (see...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Information

    LFA Machines has decided that we can not possibly foresee all of the environments or situations in which this machine could be used or installed and therefore have determined that the end user must install the machine in a way that is appropriate and safe for its use.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Training via Video Chat/Phone LFA Articles LFA Videos Installation Tools and Materials Needed The Appropriate Workstation for the Machine Assembly Mounting the TDP 6s ® Manual and Electrical Controls Settings and Adjustment Maintenance General Maintenance Prescriptions Lubrication Dismantling for Repair and Replacement...

  • Page 8: Tdp 6S ® Parts List

    TDP 6s Parts List ® 1. Lower Drift Pin Assembly Timing Cam (#AFC0052) 2. Top Cam Drive Shaft (#AFC0037) 3. Eccentric Sheave/Pressure Adjustment (#AFC0004) 4. Hand Wheel (under safety cover) (#AFC0058) 5. Boot Timing Cam (#AFC0038) 6. Boot Timing Bar (#AFC0018) 7.

  • Page 9: Preface

    ® is popular with a range of industries such as hospitals, research facilities, and laboratories in the pharmaceutical, food, and chemical industries. The purpose of this document is to support your understanding of the TDP 6s ® ’s components, features, functions, and design. With this manual, you will be able to successfully operate and maintain your TDP 6s ®...

  • Page 10: Training

    Using an online video chat system, an LFA technician can interact face-to-face with you and assist with your understanding of the machine. Or, if you prefer, LFA can provide training via phone for all customers who call the office. To set up a training, call or email your local LFA office:...

  • Page 11: Installation

    (use stainless steel if for food grade industry). Another important thing to consider is to find a bench that has a suitable working height for you. Environmental Conditions It is important that the environment in which you operate and store the TDP 6s ® has the appropriate temperature and relative humidity levels.
  • Page 12 The shipping crate will contain the following: 1. The assembled TDP 6s ® 2. The Tooling (already installed)
  • Page 13 1.1 Note: Hammer the clips even further down to aid in removing the shipping container from the base. 2. Lift the top of the shipping container from its base, which is bolted to the TDP 6s ® 3. Remove the plastic wrapping.

  • Page 14: Assembly

    Assembly The TDP 6s ® comes fully assembled.

  • Page 15: Mounting The Tdp 6S

    Tools and Materials Needed • Engine hoist and lifting strap Instructions 1. Secure the engine hoist onto the eyelet bolt attached to the top of the TDP 6s Base. ® 2. Wrap the lifting strap to support both the bottom and top of the TDP 6s ®...
  • Page 16 TDP 6s . There are other options as well that can prevent the TDP 6s from moving, which are ®...

  • Page 17: Manual And Electrical Controls

    Manual and Electrical Controls Basic Components A description of the principal components follows: • The Hand Wheel can be turned to start the cam track's direction. • The Top Cam Drive Shaft guides the punches’ movement. • The Hopper holds the dry materials that will be compressed. •...
  • Page 18 TDP 6s Process ® The basic mechanism of the TDP 6s involves filling the Tooling (Die, Upper Punch, and Lower ® Punch) with powder, compressing the powder, and ejecting the tablet. Filling the Tooling with Powder The dry materials are poured into the Hopper, which funnels the powder into the Boot. As the Hand Wheel is manually operated, the Top Cam Drive Shaft withdraws the Upper Punch from the Die and moves up the Lower Punch to the Die.
  • Page 19 • Disposable latex/rubber gloves (for food grade products and to protect hands from grease) • Hairnet and/or beard net (food grade products only) • Sterile shoe covers (food grade products only) WARNING: For personal protection while operating the TDP 6s , contain long ®...

  • Page 20: Settings And Adjustment

    • Disposable latex/rubber gloves (for food grade products and to protect hands from grease) • Hairnet and/or beard net (food grade products only) • Sterile shoe covers (food grade products only) WARNING: To prevent any potential personal injury, unplug the TDP 6s ® from...
  • Page 21 7. Secure the bolt in the Lower Drift Pin Assembly Locking Bar with an Allen key. 7.1 Note: Ensure that the Lower Drift Pin Assembly Locking Bar is situated vertically. 8. Reattach the Ejection Tray to the TDP 6s ®...
  • Page 22 • Sterile shoe covers (food grade products only) Instructions Note: Wear latex/rubber gloves (and appropriate food grade attire if applicable) during this process. WARNING: To prevent any potential personal injury, unplug the TDP 6s from ® the electrical outlet. 1. Produce a test tablet to determine how the Tooling should be adjusted.
  • Page 23 5. Replace the bar in the Lower Drift Pin Assembly Locking Bar with an Allen key. 5.1 Note: Ensure that the Lower Drift Pin Assembly Locking Bar is situated vertically. 6. Produce a test tablet to make sure the weight is correct. 7. Reattach the Ejection Tray to the TDP 6s ®...
  • Page 24 • Disposable latex/rubber gloves (for food grade products and to protect hands from grease) • Hairnet and/or beard net (food grade products only) • Sterile shoe covers (food grade products only) WARNING: To prevent any potential personal injury, unplug the TDP 6s ® from the electrical outlet.
  • Page 25 3. Grab the knob and move the Pressure Adjustment to change the punch pressure. 3.1 Note: Move the Pressure Adjustment down to lower the Upper Punch and increase the punch pressure. Move the Pressure Adjustment up to raise the Upper Punch and decrease the punch pressure.

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    Lubrication Regularly greasing your machine is vital to prolonging its operational life. Parts that are not greased properly can make the machine seize up and cause major problems later. LFA recommends maintaining a lubrication schedule for your TDP 6s , which can be found in this ®...
  • Page 27 1. Rub a finger’s worth of grease on the Boot Timing Cam’s side. 1.1 Note: Be sure to lubricate the Boot Timing Cam Runner. 2. Lubricate the Top Cam Drive Shaft's Grease Nipples with the grease gun. 2.1 Note: Rotate the Hand Wheel during this to ensure grease gets in. 3.
  • Page 28 Lubrication Schedule LFA recommends the following TDP 6s parts to be lubricated according to the following ® frequency: Part Location Image Frequency Type of Lubricant The heads of the Visually inspect and Tooling heads Upper Punch and Assembly paste apply when dry...

  • Page 29: Dismantling For Repair And Replacement

    Warranty To access LFA's warranty policy, go to https://www.lfatabletpresses.com/warranty If your part is eligible for warranty, have your part’s serial number on hand and please contact LFA: Phone Phone +44 (0) 0345 165 20 25 (682) 312-0309...

  • Page 30: Tooling

    If you want to change the shape and diameter of the tablet, or if the Upper Punch, Lower Punch, and/or Die you currently have is damaged, it is necessary to change the Tooling. To buy new Tooling from LFA, simply go to https://www.lfatabletpresses.com/products/tablet-...
  • Page 31 3. Loosen the Boot’s set screw with an Allen key. 4. Remove the Boot Bolt and Spring underneath the Boot. 5. Take off the Boot carefully and remove any powder still inside it. 6. Loosen the two bolts underneath the Base Plate with a 17 mm wrench.
  • Page 32 7. Turn the Hand Wheel until the Upper Drift Pin Assembly is lowered. 8. Loosen the Upper Punch Die Locking Nut with a 22 mm wrench while keeping the Upper Punch Drift Assembly in place with another 22 mm wrench. 9.
  • Page 33 14. Remove the Lower Punch by hand. 14.1 Note: If you cannot remove by hand, carefully use grippers or pliers. Note: To help ensure that the Die is inserted correctly, LFA recommends using an Insertion Ring. You can order the Die Seat Cleaner and Insertion Ring on our website at https://www.
  • Page 34 17. Place the Base Plate onto the TDP 6s ® Base. 18. Insert the new Die into the middle of the Base Plate. 19. Reinsert the set screw that locks the Die with an Allen key. 19.1 Note: Make sure the set screw is not fully tightened.
  • Page 35 23. Reinsert the Base Plate's bolts while the Upper Punch is still inside the Die. 23.1 Note: The Die's set screw can be fully tightened now. 24. Position the Boot back on the Base Plate. 25. Insert the Boot Timing Bar's end in the Boot 26.

  • Page 36: Boot Timing Bar

    Boot Timing Bar This part can become warped from collision, and it is critical to the TDP 6s ’s operation. If you ® need to replace your TDP 6s ’s Boot Timing Bar, the process is quite simple. ® Tools and Materials Needed •...
  • Page 37 4. Remove the top part of Boot Timing Bar from the Boot Timing Cam. 4.1 Note: To make removal easier, turn the Handle to rotate the Boot Timing Cam so you can easily access the Boot Timing Bar. 5. Remove the Boot Timing Cam Runner from the Boot Timing Bar by hand. 6.

  • Page 38: Boot

    Boot Due to its constant movement, the Boot can wear down and prevent granular material from flowing smoothly. Replacing this part is a simple process. To watch a video of Boot removal, go to https:// www.lfatabletpresses.com/videos/how-to-remove-the-boot-timing-bar-on-a-tdp-5 Tools and Materials Needed •...
  • Page 39 4. Remove the Boot Bolt and Spring underneath the Boot. 5. Take off the Boot carefully and remove any powder still inside it. Replace the Boot 6. Position the new Boot on the Base Plate. 7. Insert the Boot Timing Bar's end in the new Boot. 8.

  • Page 40: Belts

    Remove the V Belts 1. Adjust the nuts on the Motor Support Arm with a 19 mm wrench to loosen the V Belts. 1.1 Note: The closer the Motor Mounting Plate is to the TDP 6s , the looser the V Belts' ®...
  • Page 41 3. Place the new V Belts onto the Drive Belt Pulley and the Hand Wheel. 4. Adjust the nuts on the Motor Support Arm to tighten the V Belts. 4.1 Note: The further away the Motor Mounting Plate is from the TDP 6s ®...

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Sometimes unavoidable issues will occur while operating the TDP 6s ® . Fortunately, there are several methods to remedy these issues. Common Machine/Part Issues Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Regularly oil and grease all the Grease point areas are dry.
  • Page 43 Powder sticks to the Upper Punch There may be an abnormality with the Inspect the machine for damage and machine. contact LFA for support if needed. Adjust your formulation. If still an Powder sticks to the Lower Punch There are issues with the mix.

  • Page 44: Common Tablet Issues

    There are problems with the If the machine is able to make tablets formulation of the granules and with LFA's Firmapress , then the ingredients. ® problem is your mix. Adjust your formulation. If still an issue, contact...

  • Page 45: Jamming The Tdp 6S

    • Disposable latex/rubber gloves (for food grade products and to protect hands from grease) • Hairnet and/or beard net (food grade products only) • Sterile shoe covers (food grade products only) WARNING: To prevent any potential personal injury, ALWAYS unplug the TDP 6s ® before de-jamming it.
  • Page 46 4. Take off the Boot carefully and remove any powder that is inside of it. 5. Turn the Hand Wheel in the reverse direction for a few rotations. 6. Position the Boot on the Base Plate. 7. Insert the Boot Timing Bar's end in the new Boot. 8.

  • Page 47: Cleaning

    ’s operation, excess powder will find its way into parts of the machine, ® particularly in the Base, Hopper, Boot, Base Plate, and Tooling. It is important to clean the TDP 6s ® thoroughly to prevent rusting and cross contamination. To watch a video of a TDP 6s cleaning, go ®...
  • Page 48 4. Loosen the Boot’s set screw with an Allen key. 5. Remove the Boot Bolt and Spring underneath the Boot. 6. Take off the Boot carefully and remove any powder still inside it. 7. Loosen the bolts underneath the Base Plate with an Allen key.
  • Page 49 8. Turn the Hand Wheel until the Upper Drift Pin Assembly is lowered. 9. Loosen the Upper Punch Die Locking Nut with a wrench while keeping the Upper Punch Drift Assembly in place with another wrench. 10. Remove the Upper Punch by hand. 10.1 Note: If you cannot remove by hand, carefully use grippers or pliers.
  • Page 50 18. Rinse the cleaner off with potable water. 19. Sanitize the TDP 6s Base with a clean cloth. ® Note: Before washing the Base Plate, LFA recommends using our Die Seat Cleaner. You can order the Die Seat Cleaner and Insertion Ring on our website at https://www.lfatabletpresses.com/...

  • Page 52: Storing The Tdp 6S

    After its thorough cleaning, the TDP 6s ® needs to be stored in the proper conditions. It is important to store it in an environment in which the machine is safe from rusting. The TDP 6s ® ’s high traction areas and the Tooling need to be lubricated separately before you store them.
  • Page 53 2.1 Note: Rotate the Hand Wheel during this to ensure grease gets in. 3. Lubricate the Cam Drive Cog's Pinion Gear and the Top Cam Drive Shaft Grease Nipples. You can also lubricate any point of traction the TDP 6s at your own discretion; just be sure not to ®...

  • Page 54: Appendix

    The adjustable amount of force that is used to Punch pressure press tablets. LFA trademarked term for desktop tablet press. ® Enables a tablet press to form tablets. It Tooling consists of a Die, Upper Punch, and Lower...

  • Page 55: Description Of Tdp 6S ® Parts

    Description of TDP 6s Parts ® Tooling The Tooling consists of the Die, the Upper Punch, and the Lower Punch. This die set compresses the powder into the tablet. Order at https://www.lfatabletpresses.com/tdp-tooling Lower Drift Pin Assembly Cogs (#AEC0012) The Lower Drift Pin Assembly Cogs are used to adjust the tablet’s fill depth and ejection...
  • Page 56 Boot Bolt and Spring (#AEC0051) The Boot Bolt and Spring holds the Boot in place while the press is running and allows it to move back and forth. It is kept secure with the set screw on the side of the Boot. Order at https:// www.lfatabletpresses.com/tdp6s-boot-bolt-spring Boot (#AEC0036)
  • Page 57 Eccentric Sheave (#AFC0033) Top Cam Drive Shaft (#AFC0037) The Eccentric Sheave controls the timing of the All other TDP 6s parts are connected to the ® Upper Drift Pin Assembly. Order at https://www. Top Cam Drive Shaft. As it is turned, all the lfatabletpresses.com/tdp6s-eccentric-sheave...
  • Page 58 Cam Drive Cog (#AFC0050) The Cam Drive Cog is attached to the Top Cam Drive Shaft and drives the Lower Drift Pin Assembly Timing Rod. Order at https://www. Lower Drift Pin Assembly (#AEC0011) lfatabletpresses.com/tdp6s-fly-wheel The Lower Drift Pin Assembly is located below the base of the tablet.
  • Page 59 Electric Motor (#AFC0042) The Electric Motor is mounted at the back of the TDP 6s Base and can be either 110 v or 220 ® v. Order at https://www.lfatabletpresses.com/ tdp6s-motor Lower Drift Pin Assembly Lifting Bar (#AFC0034) The Lower Drift Pin Assembly Lifting Bar lifts the...
  • Page 60 Drive Belt Pulley (#AFC0059) This Drive Belt Pulley fixes on the Motor's keyed axel and has grooves that the V Belts fits into. The V Belts are also connected to the Hand Wheel. Order at https://www.lfatabletpresses. com/tdp6s-drive-belt-pulley Ejection Tray (#AEC0049) The Ejection Tray aids with the ejection of finished tablets.
  • Page 61 Motor Mounting Plate (#AFC0039) The Motor Mounting Plate is hinged and connects the Motor to the TDP 6s Base. It can ® be moved to adjust the tension of the V Belts. Order at https://www.lfatabletpresses.com/tdp6s- motor-mounting-plate V Belts (Drive Belt) (#H108013038) The V Belts connects the Motor to the TDP 's running parts.
  • Page 62 Lower Drift Pin Assembly Locking Bar (#AFC0031) The Lower Drift Pin Assembly Locking Bar holds the Lower Drift Pin Assembly Cogs in place. Order at https://www.lfatabletpresses.com/tdp6s- lower-pin-locking-bar Pressure Adjustment Knob (#AFC0063) The Pressure Adjustment Knob is located on the Pressure Adjustment. Once it is loosened, it can be moved up or down to adjust the punch pressure.

  • Page 63: Material Of Contact Parts

    Material of Contact Parts Contact Part Material Boot Copper coat CR Base Plate A3 steel coat CR Tooling User specified (Upper Punch, Lower Punch, and Die) Ejection Tray SUS304 stainless steel Hopper SUS304 stainless steel Technical Specifications Number of dies Max production capacity 3000/hour Max diameter of tablet...

  • Page 64: Maintenance Checklist

    Maintenance Checklist Before Operation □ Visually inspect the tablet press and the parts. □ Ensure all locking nuts are tight. □ Visually inspect grease nipples and regrease where necessary. □ Tune the tablet press by hand to get the tablet size and weight correct. □...
  • Page 65 TDP 6s Tooling Dimensions ® 0 . 0 2 16.5 0 . 0 2 +0. 0 30 5 28 +0. 0 22 5 2 5...
  • Page 66 TDP 6s Mounting Diagram ®...
  • Page 67 TDP 6s Exploding Diagram ®...

  • Page 68: Resources

    TDP 6s Dimensions ®...
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  • Page 80 In order to aid you in your tablet production, aid that will hopefully support you in your LFA Machines maintains a website that offers tablet production efforts. To watch our videos, a breadth of useful information about the TDP visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/...
  • Page 81 LFA MACHINES Copyright © 2019 by LFA Machines www.lfamachines.com Germany Taiwan United Kingdom United States Business Parc Am Unit 4B 955 N Sylvania Ave 403, Section 2, 2號 Trippelsberg 92 Murdock Road Fort Worth Taiwan Boulevard Düsseldorf Bicester Texas Taichung City...

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