FF 500/BL CNC Operating Instructions Translation of the Original Operating Instructions Some generalities in advance… ..............4 The technology of your FF 500/BL CNC at a glance ........5 2.1. A short overview of the mechanics: ..............5 View of the machine with its elements ............. 6 Technical data ....................
Always keep these instructions close to hand. Only operate this device with exact knowledge of it and comply with these instructions. PROXXON will not be liable for the safe function of the device for: handling that does not comply with the usual intended use, other application uses that are not stated in these instructions, disregard of the safety regulations.
2. The technology of your FF 500/BL CNC at a glance Dear User, With this FF 500/BL CNC vertical miller, you have acquired a powerful, precise processing machine that fulfils the highest demands on ease of use, precision and reliability. In the following, you will find explanations on some of the technical details: 2.1.
3. View of the machine with its elements Fig. 1: Overall view of the milling cutter Motor 14. Z carriage/milling head fixture Covering cap 15. Step Motor for X direction On/Off switch 16. Step Motor for Y direction Speed regulation knob 17.
4. Technical data 4.1. Milling machine: Voltage: 230 Volt, 50/60 Hz Capacity: 400 Watt Spindle speed: 200-4000 rpm, electronic control Basic dimensions See Fig. 2 Quill feed: 30 mm using drilling lever with scale ring (1 graduation line = 1 mm). Cross table solid, surface-milled cross table with 3 continuous T-slots for size 8 standard bricks...
4.2. Drives of the tool axes Spindle drive X axis Recirculating ball screw with 4 mm pitch, effective (Longitudinal drive, cross table): diameter 12 mm. Stepping motor 2.2 A, holding torque 1.27 Nm, traverse path: approx. 290 mm Spindle drive Y axis Recirculating ball screw with 4 mm pitch, effective (Transverse drive, lower carriage): diameter 12 mm.
4.4. Milling cutter dimensions (Fig. 2) 5. Scope of delivery 1 Qty. Milling cutter with attached stepping motors 1 Set of operating tools 1 Set of commissioning manual and safety regulations 1 Set of collet chucks Ø 6, 8, 10 and 12 mm incl. swivel nut 9 of 32...
6. Basic tips on setting up and installing the machine 6.1. Unpacking and setting up the machine Caution! Do not insert the mains plug before completing the assembly work as the machine could be switched on unintentionally. Risk of injuries! Carefully unpack the individual components from the Styrofoam packaging.
6.2. Connecting the cabling The connection cable of the three stepping motors has to be inserted in the provided sockets of the CNC control. They are identified accordingly as "X", "Y" and "Z" of the respective CNC axes. For your information: The "implied" X axis is horizontal in the longitudinal direction of the cross table, the Y axis is also horizontal but at right angles to that, and the Z axis describes the vertical traversing of the milling head at the column.
7. Working with the milling cutter 7.1. General information for working with milling cutter Caution! Disconnect the mains plug before you do any adjustments or when exchanging tools! Caution! Please note that despite all the advantages for use in machine tools, the condenser motor used here can become quite warm due to the construction type.
7.2. Working with the drilling lever Please note: Never actuate the drilling lever during CNC operation or even adjust it to a new position! This could cause damage to the machine and/or the work piece! While the milling cutter is operating, the milling head is traversed automatically with the milling spindle, making the use of the drilling lever superfluous: The drilling movements are performed with the Z axis.
Please note: In addition to the supplied collet chucks, we have further sizes available in our accessories range. Please contact our Customer Service should you have any further questions. You will find the postal address at the back of these instructions, or simply write us an e-mail to technik@proxxon.com. 14 of 32...
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Release sleeve nut 4 at the milling spindle. Place required collet 5 by hand in the sleeve nut 4 and let snap into place by exerting slight axial pressure at the continuous groove. Caution: The thinner end of the collet must point up, as shown in the figure.
There are various possibilities available to you: Clamping jaws (e.g. 24 257 from PROXXON) and vices (e.g. 24 255 from PROXXON) are very well suited. The cross section of the groove is shown in the image on the right.
We recommend the milling inserts from our accessories program, such as the end mill cutter set (2-5 mm) 24610 or - for larger work - the end mill cutter set (6-10 mm), article no. 24620. You will find further suitable milling and drilling tools in PROXXON quality from our comprehensive program in specialist shops.
9. Repair, Cleaning and Maintenance Caution! Disconnect the mains plug before all repair and maintenance work! 9.1. In general Please keep the machine clean and handle with care. Keep in mind that "healthy" mechanics are decisive for the quality of the working result. The guides play a very important role here: They are important machine elements and must be handled with special care.
9.2. Adjusting the play of the cross table or Z carriage guides If the guide of a cross table or Z carriage axis develops too much play after some time, you can readjust the play using the adjusting screw 2. To do so, release the counter nuts 1 and evenly turn in all adjusting screws until the play is eliminated.
9.4. Cleaning and Care Caution! Always disconnect the mains plug before any cleaning, adjusting, maintenance or repair! Risk of injuries! Note: The machine is primarily maintenance free. For a long service life, clean the device after every use from swarf and other processing residues. Make expedient use of a hand broom, a brush or a (lint-free) cloth.
11. Compilation of safety notes: As with any other machine, there are some things that need to be observed when operating the CNC milling machine so that dangers to humans and the environment cannot occur. In this context, please also observe the separately enclosed pamphlet with the safety notes. Special noise protection This can be achieved through ear protection, a protective cell, or a closed room.
EU Directive. This declaration shall lose its validity if unauthorised changes were made to the system. Manufacturer: PROXXON S. A. Härebierg 6-10 6868 Wecker LUXEMBOURG...
13. List of components and exploded views 13.1. General view 13.1.1 General view exploded drawing and parts list ET No.: Designation 24360 - 01 Assembly group Z axis 24360 - 02 Assembly group Y axis 24360 - 03 Assembly group X axis 24360 - 04 Milling head 23 of 32...
13.1.3 Exploded drawing and parts list Assembly group 02 Drive Y axis ET No.: Designation 24360 - 02 - 01 Motor 24360 - 02 - 02 Screw 24360 - 02 - 03 Motor mount Y axis 24360 - 02 - 04 Coupling part 24360 - 02 - 04-1...
13.1.4 Exploded drawing and parts list Assembly group 03 Drive X axis ET No.: Designation 24360 03 - 01 Motor 24360 03 - 02 Screw 24360 03 - 03 Motor mount X axis 24360 03 - 04 Coupling 24360 03 - 04-1 Coupling part 24360 03 - 04-2...
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Service note All PROXXON products are thoroughly inspected after production. Should a defect occur nevertheless, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product. Only the dealer is responsible for handling all legal warranty claims which refer exclusively to material and manufacturer error.
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