Table of Contents Table of Contents About this Operating Manual.............. 6 Manufacturer Details................. 6 Copyright .................... 6 Warranty and Liability ................ 6 Conventions of Presentation .............. 8 1.4.1 Text Display.................. 8 1.4.2 Display of Safety and Warning Instructions ......... 9 Definitions ....................
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Table of Contents Technical data .................. 21 3.2.1 Overview of construction sizes ............ 21 3.2.2 Clamping force-torque diagram ............ 21 3.2.3 Clamping ranges................ 22 3.2.4 Name plate .................. 23 3.2.5 Labelling................... 23 3.2.6 Environmental and operational conditions ......... 23 3.2.7 Permissible operating materials ............
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Table of Contents Lubricating the 5-axle clamp.............. 40 Storage..................... 42 Troubleshooting .................. 42 Decommissioning and disassembly ............ 42 Disposal .................... 43 5-axle-tensioner RVM 1412980 EN...
1 | About this Operating Manual About this Operating Manual This Operating manual describes in detail the use, installation, assembly and maintenance of a 5-axle clamp RVM. The efficiency of the 5-axle clamp depends primarily on correct use and careful maintenance. This Operating manual serves as the leading docu- ment and is provided on delivery of the product.
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About this Operating Manual | 1 deemed to be inappropriate. RÖHM is not liable for damage resulting from such use. The risk is borne solely by the operator. Product liability for con- sequential damage of any type is excluded for damage and operational in- terruptions resulting from operating errors, failure to observe this Operating manual or incorrect maintenance by unauthorised personnel.
1 | About this Operating Manual Conventions of Presentation 1.4.1 Text Display To improve legibility and comprehension of the text, the following conven- tions were agreed: Text type Marking Function Operating instruction Marks a sequence of actions 2., etc. Marks an individual operating instruc- tion Ø...
About this Operating Manual | 1 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.
1 | About this Operating Manual Definitions 1.5.1 Manufacturer of the machine In this Operating manual, the manufacturer of the machine is defined as the company which buys the 5-axle clamp and integrates it into a machine. 1.5.2 Manufacturer In this operating manual, the manufacturer is defined as the manufacturer of other parts, assemblies or products which are contained in or attached to the 5-axle clamp such as rotary feed-throughs, o-rings, operating materials, etc.
About this Operating Manual | 1 1.5.5 Important components on the 5-axle clamp Definition of most important components 1 Spindle 5 Turning bolt (2x) 2 Body 6 Clamping plate right 3 Base jaw, clampable 7 Threaded sleeve 4 Clamping screw 8 Base jaw, movable 5-axle-tensioner RVM 1412980 EN 11 / 44...
2 | Safety Safety Safety instructions and safety equipment serve to prevent accidents and damage when working on the 5-axle clamp. The safety information contains warnings and basic safety instructions. In addition to the safety instructions in this chapter, the following chapters contain action-related warnings. Maximum protection of personnel and the environment from dangers and trouble-free operation is only possible when all safety instructions and warnings in this operating manual are observed.
Safety | 2 Improper Use If the 5-axle clamp is operated for a purpose other than the intended use as specified in this Operating manual, this is deemed to be improper use. Any utilisation beyond the scope of the “intended use” poses risks and is not approved by RÖHM.
2 | Safety Obligations of the operator Before all work on and with the 5-axle clamp, the operator is to ensure: ▪ that the operating instructions are available to the responsible person- nel. ▪ that the responsible personnel are sufficiently qualified for their work. ◦...
Safety | 2 Personal Protective Equipment and Personnel Qualification When working on and with the 5-axle clamp, personal protective equipment must be worn. The owner is responsible for providing personal protective equipment. ▪ Personal protective equipment must be in perfect condition when carry- ing out work.
2 | Safety 2.6.2 Risk of ejection, detachment and falling of components of the 5-axle clamp Description of the hazard: In case of failure of components of the 5-axle clamp or non-compliance with specifications of the 5-axle clamp (e.g. incorrect assembly, excessive speed, excessive processing force, incorrect actuating force, insufficient maintenance, wear, exceeding the service life), parts of the 5-axle clamp can be ejected.
Safety | 2 2.6.5 Risk of injury due to handling heavy loads Description of the hazard: If the 5-axle clamp is handled manually, this can lead to the person handling it becoming overloaded or injured due to the weight of the 5-axle clamp. Avoiding the hazard: Do not handle the 5-axle clamp manually.
2 | Safety Miscellaneous 2.7.1 Procedure in the Event of Danger and Accidents In the event of danger and accidents, it must be ensured that first aid meas- ures can be taken immediately. 1. Shut the machine down immediately via the Emergency-Stop button. 2.
The name plate can be found on the moving base jaw of the 5-axle clamp, and it contains the following information: RÖHM ▪ Type designation (RVM 125) ▪ RÖHM art. no. (ID. no.) ▪ Serial no. (ser. no.) ▪ Date of manufacture, year and week (YY.CW) ▪...
3 | Product description Environmental and operating con- Quality requirement(s) ditions Relative humidity (at 40 °C) ▪ max. 70 % outside of the work- ing area ▪ max. 100 % within the working area NOTICE: Use in very humid conditions leads to faster corrosion and may reduce the useful life.
Product description | 3 ◦ chapter "Risk of ejection, detachment and falling of components at the 5-axle clamp", as well as ◦ chapter "Risk of ejection, detachment and falling of workpieces from the 5-axle clamp". ▪ The 5-axle clamp must be clamped directly over the body on the ma- chine table.
4 | Transport Transport After delivery of the 5-axle clamp it must be checked immediately for trans- port damage. If any transport damage has occurred, it must be reported im- mediately to the transport company and to the manufacturer RÖHMManu- facturer Details [} 6]).
Transport | 4 Transporting the 5-axle clamp 1 Body 4 Spindle 2 Base jaw, clampable 5 Base jaw, movable 3 Clamping screw Procedure: NOTICE The 5-axle clamp must not be transported if the clamping screw is released. 1. Position the two base jaws in the middle of the body and with a dis- tance of approx.
4 | Transport Lowering the 5-axle clamp Procedure: ▪ Place the 5-axle clamp on a workbench or other surface in such a way that the 5-axle clamp cannot rest on projecting parts. Provide a support if required. 28 / 44 5-axle-tensioner RVM 1412980 EN...
Assembly | 5 Assembly Mounting the 5-axle clamp on the mounting surface Pre-conditions: ▪ Personnel qualification: Skilled worker ▪ Wear personal protective equipment ▪ The machine is switched off and protected against being switched on again ▪ Mounting surface is cleaned. 5.1.1 Attachment with cylinder head screws and T-slot nuts Pre-conditions:...
5 | Assembly 2. Attach the 5-axle clamp to the mounting surface with cylinder screws and T-slot nuts. NOTICE: The cylinder screws must be inserted and tightened with the respective tightening torque. NOTICE: The 5-axle clamp must be flat over the entire support surface. 5.1.2 Attachment with clamping claws Pre-conditions:...
Assembly | 5 NOTICE: The 5-axle clamp must be flat over the entire support surface. NOTICE: The clamping claws (2 on each side) must be attached to the bar at the body at the height of the clamping area. 5.1.3 Attachment with pins for zero point clamping system Pre-conditions: ▪...
6 | Commissioning Commissioning Initial commissioning is carried out by the manufacturer of the machine. Operation Production mode DANGER Danger to life by the ejection or falling of tools, workpieces or parts thereof during operation of the 5-axle clamp. Ø Before operating the 5-axle clamp, carry out a risk assess- ment/hazard assessment and implement measures derived from this for risk minimisation.
Operation | 7 7.2.1 Removal of clamping jaws Procedure: 1 Clamping jaw 2 Base jaw 1. According to the recess in the base jaw, insert the extraction tool between the base jaw and the clamping jaw in the direction of the ar- row.
7 | Operation 7.2.2 Mounting of clamping jaws Pre-conditions: ▪ The contact surfaces on the clamping jaw are clean Procedure: 1 Clamping jaw 4 Spring-loaded pressure piece 2 Base jaw 5 Adjustment dimension 3 Key The adjustment dimension on the spring-loaded pressure pieces must not be changed.
Operation | 7 Check the screw-in depth of the spindle Procedure: 1 Base jaw, clampable 4 Spindle 2 Threaded sleeve 5 Base jaw, movable 3 O-ring NOTICE Ø Check the screw-in depth of the spindle before each clamping. Ø The O-ring must no longer be visible. 1.
7 | Operation Slide the base jaws or clamping jaws on the body Procedure: 1. Loosen the clamping screw in the clampable base jaw by two to three turns. 2. Slide the clampable base jaw on the body into the desired position. NOTICE: The clampable base jaw can be moved steplessly.
Operation | 7 Replacing the clamping sleeve Pre-conditions: ▪ Personnel qualification: Skilled worker ▪ Wear personal protective equipment ▪ The machine is switched off and protected against being switched on again ▪ The machine and 5-axle clamp have cooled down ▪...
7 | Operation 5. Screw the two turning bolts flush into the clampable base jaw. NOTICE: Threaded sleeve is locked. 6. Screw the spindle into the threaded sleeve until the O-ring is no longer visible. NOTICE: The O-ring must be inserted at the spindle. Ø...
Cleaning | 8 Cleaning Information for cleaning: ▪ It is preferable to use rags, cloths, fine brushes or brooms for cleaning. ▪ Do not use high-pressure cleaners, solvents, cleaning agents or chem- icals for cleaning. ▪ Do not use creeping lubricants and preservatives for cleaning. Activity Interval (hours of operation or after incident)
9 | Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance task Interval (hours of operation or after incident) Check the 5-axle clamp for deforma- 120 h or at least 1x weekly tions, fractures, cracks, signs of wear, corrosion and loose parts (screws, components) (visual inspec- tion) Lubricating the 5-axle clamp 120 h or at least 1x weekly Checking the 5-axle clamp...
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Maintenance | 9 Overview of lubrication points: 1 Guideway 3 Spindle 2 Threaded sleeve Procedure: 1. Unscrew the spindle from the threaded sleeve and lubricate it. 2. Lubricate the 5-axle clamp on all sides of the guideways. NOTICE: For the lubricant, see chapter "Permissible operating materials" 5-axle-tensioner RVM 1412980 EN 41 / 44...
10 | Storage Storage Pre-conditions: ▪ Personnel qualification: Trained/instructed person ▪ Wear personal protective equipment ▪ 5-axle clamp has been removed from the machine ▪ 5-axle clamp is clean Procedure: ▪ The 5-axle clamp must be stored in a dry and protected place in ac- cordance with the storage temperature (see Environmental and Operat- ing Conditions).
Disposal | 13 Disposal Pre-conditions: ▪ Personnel qualification: Skilled worker ▪ Wear personal protective equipment ▪ 5-axle clamp has been removed from the machine ▪ 5-axle clamp is clean Procedure: ▪ Dismantle the 5-axle clamp into its respective individual parts properly and completely for disposal.
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