Niigata seiki AP-03 User Manual

Pneumatic Engraving Perforator
PICK - MARKER
Thank you for purchasing the Niigata Seiki Pneumatic Engraver.
Connected to an air compressor, the engraver is ideal for precision engraving work on a wide range of material, including
molds and tooling, cutlery, glass, etc. Tool is also well suited for casting shakeout operations.
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For safe and proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual before use and follow the procedures described.
Please keep manual where it is accessible to user for future reference.
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Keep this manual with the instrument if transferred or leased to a third party.
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For inquiries about this product, please contact dealer or Niigata Seiki.
■PART IDENTIFICATION and FUNCTION
④ Valve
③Collar ② Main Body
①Stylus
⑤Air Hose
⑥ Quick Connect Plug
( Nipple )
COMPATIBLE MATERIALS
Materials listed as compatible may not give satisfactory results depending on surface treatment, thickness, etc.
Always test material first in an inconspicuous area.
... Can be engraved
Plastic Glass Non-Ferrous Metals
... Incompatible
※Hardness HV510 or below
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Always follow these marked operating procedures in order to prevent
harm to yourself or others, and to prevent damage to property.
CAUTION
Improper use may result in
Read this manual and follow the instructions.
・Use of product other than as described in the manual
may cause accident.
Use only for fine work on approved materials.
・Use other than as specified may cause product wear
or damage, or a failure in an unpredictable manner.
Do not modify.
・Modification of product may cause damage, accident,
or injury. Do not modify under any circumstances.
Always wear work gloves.
・Workpiece may fail while being engraved and cause
injury.
Do not contact Stylus with skin or person.
・Use care when handling as the Stylus is sharp.
User Manual
Model No.
① Stylus ･･･････････････
Engraving tip.
This is a consumable item, please
replace with new Stylus when worn.
② Main Body ･･･････････
Grip for holding the tool.
③ Collar ･･･････････････
Supports the moving Stylus.
Lubricate with one ( 1 ) drop of oil
daily.
④ Valve ････････････････
Valve for turning on the
compressed air to the engraver.
Amount of air flow can also be
adjusted.
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⑤ Air Hose
Compressed air hose.
Length:approx. 3m.
⑥ Quick Connect Plug ･･･
For connection to compressed air
( Nipple ) supply coupler. ( Air compressor. )
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⑦ Gasket ・ O-Ring
Replacement internal parts for
preventing air leaks.
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Iron Hardened Steel Stainless Steel
Please Observe
Denotes a prohibition- Denotes a requirement-
You MUST NOT do You MUST do
personal injury property
or damage to .
Do not touch Stylus while connected to Air Supply.
・When air is connected, Stylus moves very fast, over
500 cycles/sec. Never touch the Stylus when air is
connected.
Work piece should be firmly secured, and operator
position should be stable.
・To insure that the Stylus does not slip and to avoid
injury, make sure operator has a stable position and
that workpiece is secure.
Handle with care.
・Do not drop or subject to excessive shock. Do not
place under heavy objects. Improper handling may
cause damage.
Disconnect air supply to inspect or service
instrument.
・Always disconnect air supply when inspecting or replacing
parts to prevent dangerous, unexpected operation.
OPERATION
①Confirm that the Air Valve is OFF.
AP-03
・If connection is made with Air Valve in the ON position, it may start to operate
unexpectedly.
②Connect the Quick Connect Plug to the air supply.
・Compressed air supply should be clean and dry. Make sure proper filter is
connected to the compressor.
Unfiltered air may contain contamination which may cause malfunction or
damage to the engraver.
③Adjust the air compressor regulator to 0.7MPa.
④Firmly hold the Air Valve and quickly rotate to ON position.
・Valve should be quickly turned to full ON position. The tool may not start if
valve is turned slowly.
⑤Position the Stylus perpendicular to the surface of the workpiece.
( Figure:3 )
・ Always test on inconspicuous area of the workpiece.
・ Hold the Main Body of the tool near the tip.
⑥The amount of air and the air pressure can be adjusted
( 0.4〜0.7MPa ) .
・ Air supply can be adjusted by rotating the Air Valve, and air pressure can be
adjusted at the air compressor regulator. Monitor the engraving quality while
making adjustments.
AFTER USE CARE・STORAGE
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Apply one drop of lubricating oil daily to the tip
where the Stylus meets the Main Body.
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Keep out of reach of children, and store in a cool, dry,
dark location.
Moisture and direct sunlight should be avoided, Please
store in location secure from unauthorized use.
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Check for Stylus wear, and the condition of the
internal Gasket and O-Ring.
The Stylus, Gasket, and O-Ring are consumable items and
should be inspected regularly. Please replace with new ones
if there are signs of wear.
①Remove Cap by rotating in
Tungsten Carbide
direction shown by the arrow.
②Check the Gasket inside the
Main body. If worn or
damaged, remove using a
pointed tool.
③Peel the release paper from
the new Gasket and affix to
the inside of the Main Body.
④Check the O-Ring inside the
Cap. If worn or damaged,
replace with a new O-Ring.
⑤Remove the Stylus from the
Cap and inspect for wear or
damage. Replace as
required.
※Replacement Stylus sold
separately, P/N ... AP-PH3
To operate, a separate air compressor is required to provide a supply of clean, compressed air.
Please prepare in accordance to the air compressor's instruction guide.
( Figure:1 ) ( Figure:1 )
( Figure:2 )
( Figure:2 )
( Figure:3 )
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Stylus does not vibrate properly.
⇒ If tool has not been used for long period the lubricating oil
may be insufficient, or if the valve is opened slowly the
Stylus may not start to move.
With Air Valve in ON position, give a slight shock to the
Stylus to loosen.
⇒ Internal Gasket or O-ring may be worn. Disconnect Air
supply, remove cap, are replace Gasket and O-ring.
※ If you continue to have problems after performing the above
Remove
checks, contact your distributor.
Cap
SPECIFICATIONS
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Remove
Air Pressure Range：0.4〜0.7MPa
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Main Air Consumption：25〜40L/min
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Body
Stylus Material：Carbide
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Gasket
Dimensions： 17×151mm
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Tool with pointed tip
Air hose size： 4×6mm, 3m
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Weight：250g ( with air hose and coupler )
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Stylus P/N：AP-PH3
New
Gasket
Main
Body
Adhesive side
Cap
O-Ring
Cap Stylus
Spring
Valve
OFF
Valve
ON
Perpendicular
Workpiece
Refer to : After Use Care・Storage