Table of Contents Table of Contents About this Operating Manual.............. 5 Manufacturer Details ................. 5 Copyright .................... 5 Warranty and Liability ................ 6 Conventions of Presentation .............. 7 1.4.1 Text Display.................. 7 1.4.2 Display of Safety and Warning Instructions.......... 8 Safety ......................
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Table of Contents Mounting the Inductive Proximity Switches .......... 26 Operation of the Centric Clamp ............... 31 Personal Protective Equipment and Personnel Qualification .... 32 Mounting the Top Jaws ................ 33 Clamping the Workpiece ................. 34 Maintenance ..................... 35 Personal Protective Equipment and Personnel Qualification .... 35 Maintenance Interval................
About this Operating Manual This operating manual describes in detail the use, installation, assembly and maintenance for a centric clamp KZS-H/KZS-HG. The efficiency of the centric clamp depends primarily on correct use and careful maintenance. This operat- ing manual serves as the leading document and is provided on delivery of the product.
1 | About this Operating Manual Warranty and Liability All information and instructions in this operating manual are given in good faith on the basis of our experience and knowledge to date. The products of RÖHM GmbH are subject to constant further development. The manufacturer therefore reserves the right to make any modifications and improvements deemed useful.
About this Operating Manual | 1 This also includes damage caused ▪ if the operator or third parties carry out modifications or repairs to the ser- vices / products without prior permission of the manufacturer. Excepted from this are damage or defects which have occurred which were demon- strably not due to these modifications or repairs.
1 | About this Operating Manual 1.4.2 Display of Safety and Warning Instructions Safety and warning instructions are marked by pictograms. The signal word and the colouring show the level of danger. Observe the safety instructions to prevent personal injury and damage to property.
Intended Use The centric clamp KZS-H/KZS-HG is used to clamp regularly and irregularly shaped workpieces. ▪ In the case of special workpiece geometries, corresponding top jaws must be used.
2 | Safety The centric clamp is a 2-jaw centric clamp. Only original RÖHM base jaws and top jaws may be used. Third-party makes may impair the safety of the centric clamp and lead to damage. The clamping point of the jaws must lie as close as possible to the centric clamp.
Safety | 2 ▪ use of the centric clamp for suspending loads. ▪ operation outside of the defined operating parameters. ▪ operation with modifications not approved by the manufacturer. ▪ operation without effective safety equipment. ▪ assembly of the centric clamp and individual parts with incorrect tighten- ing torque (see Checking the Tightness of Screw Connections [} 36]).
2 | Safety Qualification of Operating and Specialist Personnel Trained personnel Trained personnel have been instructed in correct handling and possible dangers when using the centric clamp. In particular, the personnel must have been instructed in the safety equipment. Qualified personnel Personnel without experience of handling a centric clamp are exposed to in- creased risks of injury in the event of incorrect conduct, especially during as- sembly and maintenance work, due to the clamping movements and forces.
Safety | 2 Personal Protective Equipment and Personnel Qualification When working on and with the centric clamp KZS-H/KZS-HG, personal pro- tective equipment must be worn. The owner is responsible for providing per- sonal protective equipment. ▪ Personal protective equipment must be in perfect condition when carrying out work.
Dangers due to Flying Parts During operation, the connection between the clamped workpiece and the centric clamp KZS-H/KZS-HG may become loose due to mechanical failure (e.g. due to defective parts) or incorrect operation. The workpiece may then fly out and cause serious crushing and impact injuries.
Safety | 2 2.6.4 Danger of Crushing The machine manufacturer and / or operator must ensure that all danger to persons due to unavoidable travel movements is excluded. For this purpose, 2-handed operation, for example, or preferably suitable safety guards can be used.
3 | Product Description Product Description About this Centric Clamp Cross-section 22 5 1 Basic body 12 Jaw holding screws 2 Base jaw 14 Countersunk screw 3 Piston 17 Threaded pin 4 Cover 22 Scraper 5 Piston disc 23 Rod seal 6 Guide strip 24 Quad-ring 7 Cover...
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Product Description | 3 The centric clamp is a 2-jaw centric clamp with an integrated cylinder and is used for stationary clamping of regularly and irregularly shaped workpieces and is designed for use in 3-axis, 4-axis or 5-axis machining centres. The clamping force is generated hydraulically via an actuating device.
(44). The proximity switches are equipped with a status LED on the sensor head. Technical Specifications 3.2.1 Overview of Construction Sizes KZS-H, standard jaw stroke, base jaws with serration 1.5 x 60° and cross tenon ID no. 181481 181484 181488 ID no.
Ø Wear personal protective equipment. Ø Do not remain under suspended loads. Personal Protective Equipment and Personnel Qualification When working on and with the centric clamp KZS-H/KZS-HG, personal pro- tective equipment must be worn. The owner is responsible for providing per- sonal protective equipment.
(see Qualification of Operating and Special- ist Personnel [} 12]). Tapped Holes for Transport Purposes With a weight of more than 15 kg, the centric clamp must be transported with suitable slings. KZS-H Size Weight [kg] 1.45 4.55 13.3...
Ø Protect the machine against being re-started. Ø Wear personal protective equipment. Personal Protective Equipment and Personnel Qualification When working on and with the centric clamp KZS-H/KZS-HG, personal pro- tective equipment must be worn. The owner is responsible for providing per- sonal protective equipment.
Assembly of the Centric Clamp | 5 Wear safety shoes Work on and with the centric clamp may only be carried out by qualified oper- ating and specialist personnel (see Qualification of Operating and Special- ist Personnel [} 12]). Basic Principles 5.2.1 Connection Types The centric clamp can either be connected directly, e.g.
In the case of excessive actuation pressure, the cover of the centric clamp may be deformed. Ø For test purposes, operation of the centric clamp KZS-H/KZS-HG up to 10 bars is permitted during assembly on the test bench. Ø From more than 10 bars, the centric clamp must be bolted to the machine table.
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Assembly of the Centric Clamp | 5 The following assembly instructions describe the general procedure for as- sembly of the centric clamp on a suitable assembly surface. The assembly surface and the lines must be suitably prepared for the individual centric clamp.
5 | Assembly of the Centric Clamp Remove seals of the connections Direct connection Connection via pipelines a) Insert the O-rings into the sealing a) Remove the seals of the connec- seats of the pressure connections tions (Open, Close and, if fitted, (assembly surface).
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Assembly of the Centric Clamp | 5 Mounting the proximity switch 1. Insert the counter-holders (41) into the holding plate (40). 2. Screw both proximity switches (44) through the holding plate (40) into the counter-holder (41) with a nut and locking washer. Ø...
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5 | Assembly of the Centric Clamp Setting the proximity switch 1. Set the switching point of the left-hand proximity switch (S1) so that the corresponding switching signal is active when the stroke end position is open or closed. 2. Set the switching point of the right-hand proximity switch (S2) so that a switching signal is active in the area of the clamping position.
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Assembly of the Centric Clamp | 5 Function with external clamping Hubendlage geöffnet Stroke end position open S2: 0 S1: 1 Spannstellung Clamping position S1: 0 S2: 1 Hubendlage geschlossen Stroke end position closed S2: 0 S1: 0 The switching diagram shows the recommended setting of the proximity switches “S1”...
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5 | Assembly of the Centric Clamp Function with internal clamping Hubendlage geschlossen Stroke end position closed S1: 1 S2: 0 Spannstellung Clamping position S1: 0 S2: 1 Hubendlage geöffnet Stroke end position open S1: 0 S2: 0 The switching diagram shows the recommended setting of the proximity switches “S1”...
Operation of the Centric Clamp | 6 Operation of the Centric Clamp DANGER Danger of slipping due to spilled operating materials. Serious injuries due to falling. Ø Wipe up spilled operating materials immediately. CAUTION Skin irritations due to contact with lubricants. Lubricants may cause irritations in the event of contact with the skin.
6 | Operation of the Centric Clamp Personal Protective Equipment and Personnel Qualification When working on and with the centric clamp KZS-H/KZS-HG, personal pro- tective equipment must be worn. The owner is responsible for providing per- sonal protective equipment. ▪ Personal protective equipment must be in perfect condition when carrying out work.
Operation of the Centric Clamp | 6 Mounting the Top Jaws § The machine is switched off and protected against being switched on again. § The base and top jaws are cleaned. 1. Place the top jaws on the base jaws and fix with the jaw fixing screws. Observe the labelling of the jaws.
6 | Operation of the Centric Clamp Clamping the Workpiece 1 Pressure connection close 3 Connection for sealing air 2 Pressure connection open 4 Connections for central lubrication* *both connections must be connected. 1 Pressure connection open 5 Connection for sealing air 2 Pressure connection close External clamping 1.
Maintenance | 7 Maintenance Personal Protective Equipment and Personnel Qualification When working on and with the centric clamp KZS-H/KZS-HG, personal pro- tective equipment must be worn. The owner is responsible for providing per- sonal protective equipment. ▪ Personal protective equipment must be in perfect condition when carrying out work.
7 | Maintenance Activity Interval Checking the Clamping Force. Monthly See Checking the Clamping Force or at the latest after 10,000 clamping [} 40]. cycles. Complete cleaning (maintenance, ba- Depending on conditions of use and sic cleaning and replacement of wear use of coolant after approx.
Maintenance | 7 7.3.2 Partial Cleaning WARNING Danger from stirred-up swarf Injuries when cleaning with compressed air are possible due to stirred-up swarf. Ø Never use compressed air for cleaning. CAUTION Skin irritations due to contact with lubricants. Lubricants may cause irritations in the event of contact with the skin. Ø...
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7 | Maintenance Central lubrication Recommended oil Lubricating oil G CLP DIN 51517-3:2014-02 Viscosity class VG 220 DIN ISO 3448:2010-02 Temperature Max. 70 °C Construction size Oil quantity [per connection] 2 cm³ 2 cm³ 4 cm³ 6 cm³ 8 cm³ The central lubrication connections (4) are sealed in the factory with threaded pins.
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Maintenance | 7 Manual lubrication Construction size Quantity of grease [strokes per lubric- ating nipple set] Recommended grease gun ID no.: RÖHM grease gun 329093 Recommended Röhm grease ID no.: F 80 0.1 kg 630869 0.25 kg 304345 0.5 kg 308555 1.0 kg 028975...
7 | Maintenance 7.3.4 Checking the Clamping Force Check clamping force with clamping force measurement system. Recommended clamping force ID no.: measurement system F-Senso Chuck 179800 7.3.5 Complete Cleaning CAUTION Skin irritations due to contact with lubricants. Lubricants may cause irritations in the event of contact with the skin. Ø...
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Maintenance | 7 3. First remove the cover (7) and then the guide strips (6) (B). 4. Release the central cylindrical head screw (11) from the piston (3) (C). 5. Pull the base jaws (2) out of the base body (1) (D). 6. Turn the base body (1) around and disassemble the cover (4) (E). 7.
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1. Check the dismantled centric clamp for wear and damage. 2. Replace worn and damaged parts with OEM replacement parts. ü Wear parts are replaced. The following seal sets are available, depending on the construction size: KZS-H ID no. 181481 181484...
Storage | 8 Storage If the centric clamp is not in use, the centric clamp is to be stored in a dry, protected place in accordance with the storage temperature (environmental and operational conditions). Troubleshooting Fault Possible cause Measure The centric clamp does Leakage on a hydraulic Check hydraulic line.
10 | Disposal Disposal NOTICE Operating materials are hazardous waste! Incorrect disposal may lead to serious damage to the environment. Ø Used operating materials must be disposed of in accordance with the valid regulations and the applicable local provisions. Obtain relevant information from the authorities. After final disassembly, the materials must be disposed of in an environment- ally way in accordance with the valid regulations.
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