Bend-Tech Dragon A400 Manual
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- Page 1 Part 1 of 1 Dragon A400 Powered Gate Retrofit Guide Revision 4 | English ©2021 Bend-Tech LLC...
- Page 2 We are constantly working to improve and advance our products to increase performance, user satisfaction and experience. Bend-Tech LLC assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions regarding this manual. Bend-Tech LLC assumes no liability for damages resulting from the use of the information contained in this publication.
- Page 3 Dragon A400 Powered Gate Retrofit Guide Revision 4 English Original Instructions December 2021 Bend-Tech, LLC 729 Prospect Ave. Osceola, WI 54020 USA (651) 257-8715 www.bend-tech.com support@bend-tech.com Bend-Tech Dragon A400 Powered Gate Retrofit Guide...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents ......iv 5. Bearing Installation ... . 21 Limited Warranty . -
Page 5: Limited Warranty
This warranty does not cover components subject to wear due to normal use of the machine such as belts, lights, tooling etc. This warranty is void if Bend-Tech LLC has determined any failure is the result of mishandling, abuse, misuse, improper installation, improper storage, improper maintenance or unauthorized modification of the machine. -
Page 6: Customer Satisfaction Commitment
Contact Us Bend-Tech’s hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm EST. The Bend-Tech support team and sales team are always available during our hours of operation. -
Page 7: Alerts
Alerts Alerts Bend-Tech manuals use specific callouts to highlight important information. Each style of callout pertains to specific types of information being given. The machine operator should familiarize themselves with the following definitions and examples of each type. Definitions & Examples... - Page 8 Note or Tip Notes and tips give additional helpful information for operating the Dragon machine or Dragon software. They are meant for supplemental information and not information that is critical for operating procedures. viii Powered Gate Retrofit Guide Bend-Tech Dragon A400...
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Page 10: Overview
Overview Powered Gate Overview The Dragon A400 Powered Gate allows the machine to process angle and channel material in addition to round, square and rectangle material. Bend-Tech has found that to process angle or channel material it is required that the Gate move in coordination with the Chuck. Without a Powered Gate, angle or channel material cannot be held securely in the Gate. - Page 11 • washers (4) C Axis motor hardware • ¼ -20 1 in. Allen Head Cap Screws (4) • 1/4-20 3/4 in. Allen Head Cap Screws (4) • ¼ -20 nuts (4) • washers (4) Bend-Tech Dragon A400 Powered Gate Retrofit Guide...
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Page 12: Installation Guide
Installation Guide Before Beginning Before beginning the installation of the Powered Gate Retrofit, ensure the Dragon A400 machine is powered down. Turn the Main Power Switch on the Control Box off. The Main Power Switch is off when the O side of the switch is depressed. -
Page 13: Breakout Board
Control box out of the way so Motor Divers the new Control Box can be mounted. Leave all connections on the old Control Box. Connections will be transferred to the new Control Box later in the process. Bend-Tech Dragon A400 Powered Gate Retrofit Guide... -
Page 14: Mount New Control Box
Breakout Board into its sockets on the motor drivers. Ensure the Breakout Board is fully seated on the motor drivers. Take care not to alter any of the white dip switch settings as these are preset at the Bend-Tech manufacturing facility for optimum performance. -
Page 15: Place Powered Gate Driver Box
5/32 in. Allen wrench The Powered Gate Retrofit process requires removing the non-power Gate assembly from the Dragon A400 machine and modifying it to work as a Powered Gate. Bend-Tech recommends the Installer enlist help when removing and installing the Gate assembly. -
Page 16: Gate Mount
While the Gate is typically tightly fit to the machine via the Gate mounting pins, the Gate can come free unpredictably. The Installer should use caution when removing the Gate assembly. With the Gate assembly free of the machine, place it on a clean, stable workbench. Powered Gate Retrofit Guide Bend-Tech Dragon A400... -
Page 17: Modifying The Gate
Gate assembly will be re-used on the modified Power Gate. Replacing Gate Rollers There are four Gate Rollers in the Dragon A400 Gate assembly. Two Gate Rollers are located on the horizontal adjustable Gate and two on the vertical adjustable Gate. Each Gate Roller is attached to an adjustable Gate assembly by two pillow block bearings and two Allen head screws. -
Page 18: Horizontal Gate Rollers
Note When finished replacing the Horizontal Gate Rollers it is recommended the Installer close the Gate using the Horizontal Gate Lead Screw. This aids in handling of the Gate during the installation process. Powered Gate Retrofit Guide Bend-Tech Dragon A400... -
Page 19: Gate Mount Removal
Position the pillow blocks so the thicker side is seated on the mounting surface. Using the ⅛ in. Allen wrench, tighten the Allen head screws hand tight. Bend-Tech Dragon A400 Powered Gate Retrofit Guide... -
Page 20: Gate Bearing Rotation Plate
The v-groove eccentric bearing and fixed v-groove bearings are secured with Loctite and can be difficult to break loose. The Installer may need to enlist help to hold the Gate assembly while removing the v-groove eccentric and fixed v-groove bearings. Powered Gate Retrofit Guide Bend-Tech Dragon A400... -
Page 21: Bearing Installation
Gate Ring Gear. Bend-Tech Dragon A400 Powered Gate Retrofit Guide... -
Page 22: Adjusting The Eccentric Bearing
Important Adjusting the Gate Ring Gear on the Gate Mount Plate takes time. Ensure the Gate Ring Gear spins freely with no side play. This process may require multiple re-adjustments. Powered Gate Retrofit Guide Bend-Tech Dragon A400... -
Page 23: Installing The Gate Ring Gear And Gate Mount Assembly
3 o’clock Gate Lead Screw. Install the six Gate Ring Gear mounting screws. Tighten by hand using a 5/32 in. Allen wrench. Important When tightening the Gate Ring Gear mounting screws, use an alternating sequence, working around the Gate until all six are secure. Bend-Tech Dragon A400 Powered Gate Retrofit Guide... -
Page 24: Powered Gate Installation
Installation Guide Powered Gate Installation Important The Powered Gate assembly is heavy and can rotate unexpectedly while handling. Bend-Tech recommends the Installer enlist a helper when installing the Powered Gate. Tools Required • 9/16 in. socket, ratchet and extension 1. Placing the Gate... -
Page 25: Installing The C Axis Drive Motor
The Powered Gate is driven by the C Axis Drive Motor. Installing this motor involves drilling holes in the side of the Head of the Dragon A400 machine. It is recommended the Installer have experience using a drill and required tooling for this operation. The C Axis Drive Motor is installed on the right side, or Marker side, of the Head of the machine. -
Page 26: Drill Mounting Holes
Do not tighten If the Installer did not tap threads in the mounting holes, it will be necessary to reach inside the Head of the machine to install the four ¼ -20 Nyloc nuts and Powered Gate Retrofit Guide Bend-Tech Dragon A400... -
Page 27: Setting Backlash For The C Axis
Axis Drive Motor steady. Bend-Tech has found there will be a tight spot in one position on the Gate Ring Gear. Locate this position and ensure the C Axis Drive Motor Gear is firmly meshed here. Ensure the C Axis Drive Motor Gear does not bind in this position. -
Page 28: Installing And Setting The Homing Sensor
Once the sensor is in position, tighten the C Axis Homing Sensor adjusting nuts. After the sensor is secured, ensure the clearance is 1/16 - ⅛ in. If the Sensor has moved during the tightening procedure, loosen the adjustment nuts and reposition the sensor. Powered Gate Retrofit Guide Bend-Tech Dragon A400... -
Page 29: Cable Connections
Control Box. Bend-Tech recommends using cable ties, or zip ties, to route the Powered Gate cables along the existing cables leading to the Head of the machine. Connect the cables and tighten the ferrules securely by hand. -
Page 30: Safety Guards
C Drive Motor Mount using five ¼ -20 1/4 in. Allen head screws. Place the guard in position and install the five ¼ -20 Allen head screws. Tighten securely. 1/4 -20 1/4 in. Allen head screws Powered Gate Retrofit Guide Bend-Tech Dragon A400... - Page 31 Retrofit Kit. Attach the template to the Head of the machine using the strut mount bolt. Ensure the arrow on the Drill Template is pointed toward the front of the machine. Drill the four holes using a 1/4 in. drill bit. Bend-Tech Dragon A400 Powered Gate Retrofit Guide...
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Page 32: Software Settings
C-Drive and operates it correctly. 1. In the Bend-Tech Dragon Launcher, choose Machine Library from the menu on the right, or from the Tools drop down at the top of the interface. - Page 33 Software Settings 7. Change the C-Axis values to: S: 1 V: 200 A: 1 8. Click SAVE. Bend-Tech Dragon A400 Powered Gate Retrofit Guide...
- Page 35 Bend-Tech, LLC 729 Prospect Ave. Osceola, WI 54020 1-651-257-8715 sales@bend-tech.com www.bend-tech.com...
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