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  • Page 1 Operation Manual...
  • Page 2 ABOUT TRI TOOL TECHNOLOGIES At Tri Tool, we are committed to your success through relentless innovation and powerful partnership. We insist on developing tools and equipment that exceed your expectations of performance, precision, safety, and durability. As a full-service engineering firm, we are here to support you every step of the way.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Tri Tool Inc Warranty ........

  • Page 4: Tri Tool Inc Warranty

    TRI TOOL INC. TRI TOOL INC. Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY: All products manufactured by Seller are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. The period of this warranty shall be three years from the date of shipment for all products, except for welding and Non- Standard Products which shall be one year from the date of shipment.

  • Page 5: Tool Bit Resharpening Policy

    Model 304 Tube Squaring Machine Buyer’s notice of a defective Goods must identify the specific Goods affected, and the nature of the defect. It is required when returning the defective Goods, that it is suitably packed, fully insured, and transportation and insurance prepaid in accordance with instructions issued by Seller.

  • Page 6: About The Manual

    The instructions and descriptions in this manual were accurate when the manual was written. However, the information in the manual is subject to change without notice. Check for updated information before you start any job. The Tri Tool Inc. web site has the most current information.
  • Page 7 Model 304 Tube Squaring Machine SAFETY GLASSES: Indicates a hazardous situation that requires the use of safety glasses. GLASSES HOT SURFACE: Indicates a hazardous situation that hot surfaces may be present. HOT SURFACE GLOVES: Indicates a hazardous situation that requires glasses.

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    TRI TOOL INC. 2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS In General Use standard safety equipment such as: hard hats, safety shoes, safety harnesses, protective clothes, and other safety devices when appropriate. Operate this tool only in accordance with specific operating instructions. WARNING: Do not override the dead-man switch on the power unit. Locking down, obstructing, or in any way defeating the dead-man switch on the power drive unit may result in serious injury.
  • Page 9 Before you start operating the equipment, do no-load tests and feed function checks. Tool Use Use the right tool and tool bit for the job. Contact Tri Tool to help with your application. Keep the tool bits fully engaged in the tool bit holders. Loose bits are sharp and can cause cuts or punctures.

  • Page 10: General Description

    • A 110VAC or 220VAC integral, dual range, variable speed electric drive motor • or a pneumatic drive motor. The Model 304 features quick changing Saddle Sets (no tools required) and a .001” (.025 mm) graduated feed dial. The precision inside diameter saddles hold the tubing round to accurately square and face the tubing with minimum burr.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    Bench Stand 7.50" (190.5 mm) 19.00" (482.6 mm) Figure 1: Model 304 w/Electric Motor Weight (Approx.): 18.25 lbs. (8.28 Kg) Clearance and Dimensions Refer to Fig.1 Drive System Variable Speed Electric Drive Motor Variable Speed Pneumatic Drive Motor Power Requirements Electric Drive Motor 115 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz, 9.6 Amp.
  • Page 12 Inconel and some other high-temperature alloys may require special procedures as a function of wall thickness and type of end preparation. Contact the Engineering Department at TRI TOOL INC. for details. 92-0749 Rev. 210701...

  • Page 13: Operations

    The use of dull tool bits or tool bits not manufactured by TRI TOOL Inc. may result in poor performance and may constitute abuse of this machine and therefore voids the TRI TOOL Inc.
  • Page 14 TRI TOOL INC. 4. Insert the tool bit(s) into the slot(s) in the Cutting Head. 5. The cutting edge of the tool bit(s) must be located on the radial centerline. Do not install the tool bits backwards. 6. Tighten the set screws to secure the tool bit(s) to the Cutting Head.
  • Page 15 Model 304 Tube Squaring Machine Install The Saddles 1. Select the desired Saddle size for the pipe or tube, Refer to section, 8, Saddle Sets. 2. Insert the upper Saddle half into the machine and thread the Saddle Locking Screw into the Saddle.
  • Page 16 TRI TOOL INC. Make the Cut 1. Connect the proper power supply. 2. Use the variable speed control knob on the top of the motor (on electric motor drives) to adjust the cutting speed. 3. Rotate the feed Handle clockwise to bring the Cutting Head and tube closer together.

  • Page 17: Cutting Speeds And Feeds

    Model 304 Tube Squaring Machine 6. CUTTING SPEEDS AND FEEDS Use the following table to select an RPM to obtain specified Tool Bit surface cutting speed on the surface of the pipe. RPM for RPM for RPM for Tube Size...
  • Page 18 TRI TOOL INC. Never allow the tool bit to burnish the surface. Reduce feeds and speeds will normally minimize any chatter problems. A good rule of thumb for calculation purposes is a .0025" (.064 mm) thick chip per revolution. Actual measurements will show a pseudo thickness of .006" (.15 mm) unless a pin micrometer is used for measuring.

  • Page 19: Tool Bits

    0.250 S.S. 99-2490 0.250 C.S. 99-1480 1.35" (34.29 mm) OD Thru 4.50" (114.30 mm) OD 0.250 S.S. DURABIT 1 Bevel, facing and special prep tool bits are available from TRI TOOL Inc. Contact the factory for information. 92-0749 Rev. 210701...

  • Page 20: Saddle Sets

    TRI TOOL INC. 8. SADDLE SETS STANDARD SADDLES (MATERIAL - STAINLESS STEEL Decimal Metric Saddle P/N .250" 6.35 mm 67-3997 .276" 7.00 mm 67-3998 .281" 7.14 mm 67-3999 .313" 7.95 mm 67-4000 .315" 8.00 mm 67-4001 .344" 8.74 mm 67-4002 .354"...
  • Page 21 Model 304 Tube Squaring Machine Decimal Metric Saddle P/N .406" 10.31 mm 67-4008 .413" 10.50 mm 67-4009 .422" 10.72 mm 67-4010 .433" 11.00 mm 67-4011 .438" 11.13 mm 67-4012 .469" 11.91 mm 67-4013 .472" 12.00 mm 67-4014 .500" 12.70 mm 67-4015 .512"...
  • Page 22 TRI TOOL INC. Decimal Metric Saddle P/N .840" 21.34 mm 67-4041 .844" 21.44 mm 67-4042 .854" 21.70 mm 67-4043 .859" 21.83 mm 67-4044 .866" 22.00 mm 67-4045 .875" 22.23 mm 67-4046 .906" 23.00 mm 67-4047 .938" 23.83 mm 67-4048 .945"...
  • Page 23 Model 304 Tube Squaring Machine Decimal Metric Saddle P/N 1.660" 42.16 mm 67-4077 1.669'" 42.40 mm 67-4078 1.681" 42.70 mm 67-4079 1.688" 42.88 mm 67-4080 1.750" 44.45 mm 67-4081 1.752" 44.50 mm 67-4082 1.813" 46.05 mm 67-4083 1.875" 47.63 mm 67-4084 1.900"...
  • Page 24 TRI TOOL INC. Decimal Metric Saddle P/N 2.375" 60.33 mm 67-4101 2.382" 60.50 mm 67-4102 2.438" 61.93 mm 67-4103 2.480" 63.00 mm 67-4104 2.492" 63.30 mm 67-4105 2.500" 63.50 mm 67-4106 2.563" 65.10 mm 67-4107 2.625" 66.68 mm 67-4108 2.688"...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Keep all equipment in good working condition and inspect it regularly. If the equipment is not in good working condition, promptly repair it or withdraw it from service. Use only Tri Tool replacement parts for repairs. Daily / Starting shift / Installation • Clean all components.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TRI TOOL INC. 10. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem: Tool Bit Chatters The tool bit is loose or overextended. The tool bit is damaged. The tool holder is too loose in the slides. The cutting speed is too fast. The clamping pads are loose on the pipe or tube.
  • Page 27 Model 304 Tube Squaring Machine Problem: Tool Holder is not Feeding The feed pin is broken or out of position. The feed sprocket shear pin is broken. The feed screw is stripped. The feed nut is stripped. The slide rails are too tight.

  • Page 28: Accessories

    TRI TOOL INC. 11. ACCESSORIES The following accessories are recommended for use with the Model 304 Tube Squaring Machine and are available from TRI TOOL INC. • Electric Foot Pedal • Short Perch Saddle Sets • Tool Bits • Collet Adapter Kit (for use with 400 Series Collets) •...

  • Page 29: Illustrated Parts Breakdown

    Model 304 Tube Squaring Machine 12. ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODEL 304 110V (P/N 01-1684) AND 220V (P/N 01-1694) 92-0749 Rev. 210701...
  • Page 30 TRI TOOL INC. Parts List, Model 304 110V (P/N 01-1684) and 220V (P/N 01-1694) Item Part Description 02-2290 MODEL 304 SUB-ASSY 27-0611 ADAPTER, SADDLE, 304 32-0140 PIN, DOWEL, 1/4 DIA X 3/4" 33-1424 STUD, HANDLE 33-1457 SCREW, SHOULDER, 1/4 DIA X 3/8"...
  • Page 31 Model 304 Tube Squaring Machine MODEL 304 SUB-ASSEMBLY (P/N 02-2290) 20 29 11 25 11 25 4 19 5 18 92-0749 Rev. 210701...
  • Page 32 TRI TOOL INC. Parts List, Model 304 Sub-Assembly (P/N 02-2290) Item Part Description 19-0818 HOUSING, MAIN, 304 20-0654 SHAFT, FEED 20-0693 SHAFT, MAIN 21-0500 HEAD 24-1569 PLATE, BASE 27-0600 ADAPTER, FEED 28-0278 SEAL, 1" ID 28-0279 O-RING 28-0281 O-RING 29-0011...
  • Page 33 Model 304 Tube Squaring Machine MOTOR ASSEMBLY 110V (P/N 58-0278) AND 220V (P/N 58-0127) 92-0749 Rev. 210701...
  • Page 34 TRI TOOL INC. Parts List, Motor Assembly 110V (P/N 58-0278) Item Part Description 28-0245 SEAL, GREASE 28-0233 O-RING 31-0115 33-0041 SCREW, CAP, 1/4-20 X 7/8" 33-0619 SCREW, SET, #10-32 X 1/4", CUP PT 39-0841 WORM 45-0258 BUSHING, FLANGE, 5/8" ID...
  • Page 36 WARNING Read the manual and be familiar with all safety precautions before operating equipment. The following are general warnings for industrial equipment with moving parts. Refer to EYE HAZARD - Always wear appropriate eye protection while operating the equipment. PINCH HAZARD - Keep your hands and clothing away from moving parts.

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