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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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TRI TOOL INC. WARRANTY TOOL BIT RESHARPENING POLICY ABOUT THE MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS GENERAL DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC SETUP AND OPERATION CUTTING SPEEDS AND FEEDS TOOLING CLAMPING PADS MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING ACCESSORIES ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN...
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.
Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® 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.
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.
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Appropriate PPE and tools required when working on this equipment. SHOCK HAZARD READ MANUAL: Read manual before use, refer to manual for TRI TOOL Inc. machine being used. READ MANUAL DISCONNECT FROM POWER: Disconnect main plug from electrical outlet before performing all maintenance.
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.
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 Inc. 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.
TRI TOOL INC. 3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Model PFM612 is a portable OD mount machine tool for beveling and facing 6” through 12” pipe. The tool is configured with a dual hydraulic drive motor powering a set of helical gears attached to the main spindle. An auto-feed hydraulic cylinder, with rapid and slow feed control, provides accurate cutting head control.
Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® 4. SPECIFICATIONS Design and Operating Features The tool accepts its own torque through the OD clamping head. The OD clamping head provides, fast and accurate clamping of the pipe. All wrenches needed for operation are provided with the system. The lathe is provided with lifting frame.
TRI TOOL INC. Envelope Drawing Specifications Weight 2650 lbs. (1,202 Kg) Clearances and Dimensions Maximum Rotating Head DIA 17.375” (441.3 mm) Length, Approximate (parallel to axis of pipe) 80.27” (2038.8 mm) Available Feed Travel 5.50” (139.7 mm) Standard Minimum Straight Mounting Length 11”...
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Tubing or pipe with greater wall thickness may be handled provided the ID is equal to or greater than 4.89” (124.2 mm) and the OD is equal to or less than 12.75” (323.9 mm). Contact TRI TOOL Inc. for heavier wall procedures. Material Cutting Capabilities Mild steels, chrome steels (Rc 30 max.), with no limitations as specified in the above...
Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® 6. SETUP AND OPERATION Tool Module Height Adjustment 92-1535 Rev. 240716...
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TRI TOOL INC. Tool Module Height Adjustment 1. Loosen the tool module retaining cap screw. 2. Confirm the eccentric wheel adjustment is in the middle of its travel. 3. Slide the tool module to recommended set height. 4. Set all other tool modules at the same height and tighten all retaining screws.
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Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® Tool Holder Setup - Step ‘A’ Tool Holder Assembly Setup - Step ‘A’ 1. Before any adjustment can be made all hex screws and the ID brush bracket must be loosened. 2. Set axial set screw in the tool holder protruding 1/8” from the back of the tool holder.
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TRI TOOL INC. Tool Holder Setup - Step ‘B’ Tool Holder Assembly Setup - Step ‘B’ 1. Before any adjustment can be made all hex screws and the ID brush bracket must be loosened. 2. Use the axial set screw in the back of the tool holder to adjust the axial height to the measurement taken in step ‘A’.
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Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® Tool Holder Setup - Step ‘C’ Tool Holder Assembly Setup - Step ‘C’ 1. Before any adjustment can be made all hex screws and the ID brush bracket must be loosened. 2. Use the axial set screw in the back of the tool holder to adjust the axial height to the measurement taken in step ‘B’.
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TRI TOOL INC. Tool Holder Setup - Step ‘D’ Tool Holder Assembly Setup - Step ‘D’ 1. Before any adjustment can be made all hex screws and the ID brush bracket must be loosened. 2. To determine the axial height of the tool holder use the dimension taken in step ‘A’...
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Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® Operating Instructions 1. Measure the OD of the pipe to be machined. 2. Select the right set of clamp pads to clamp the pipe. Reference the ‘Clamping Pads’ section. 3. Install the clamp pads to the ID of the machine. 4.
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TRI TOOL INC. 9. Remember this number and multiply it by the feed rate. Formula: Feed rate per revolution x rotation per minute = linear travel per minute. Example: 0.006” per revolution x 152 RPM = 0.912” of linear travel of the head.
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Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® 23. Advance the head by jogging gently the fast feed forward lever, until the Tool Holders tracking wheels are engaged in the pipe. Beware not to bump the end of the pipe with the inserts. 24.
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TRI TOOL INC. Parts List, Inserts/Hardware Item Part Description 30-3100 INSERT, TRIANGULAR, .047 RADIUS 30-3101 INSERT, TRIANGULAR, .094 RADIUS 30-3102 INSERT, TRIANGULAR, .125 RADIUS 30-3103 SHIM SEATS, .031/.063 RADIUS 30-3104 SHIM SEATS, .094/.125 RADIUS 30-3105 LOCK, INSERT 33-1261 SCREW, SET, 3/8-16 X 3/4", HDOG...
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Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® Tool Holder and Chip Breaker Set Up 0°/Facing Tool Holder 0° to 15° Tool Holder 20° to 30° Tool Holder 92-1535 Rev. 240716...
Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® 10. MAINTENANCE Hours Maintenance Note Item Maintenance Activity Picture Operation Item No. Clean all debris from tool Spray all bare metal with light oil check oil level add as requred 1500 Drain oil and refill main housing NOTES: Oil level should be in center of oil sight when tool has been left off for 10 minutes.
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TRI TOOL INC. Item #2 92-1535 Rev. 240716...
Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® 11. 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. Cutting fluid is required.
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TRI TOOL INC. Problem: Loss Of Air Power The air supply pressure is too low. The air filter is plugged. The air line size is insufficient. The air line is too long. Problem: Loss Of Hydraulic Power The hydraulic supply pressure is too low.
Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® 12. ACCESSORIES The following accessories are recommended for use with the Model PFM 614 and are available from TRI TOOL Inc. Item Part Description 01-1829 HYD. POWER UNIT 75-60/5, 380/480 05-0387 HOSE KIT 55-0345 HOSE ASSEMBLY, QD, 3/4” ID X 50 FT 55-0249 HOSE ASSEMBLY, QD, DRIPLESS, 1 1/4”...
Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® 13. ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODEL PFM 614 (P/N 01-1941) Components 92-1535 Rev. 240716...
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TRI TOOL INC. MODEL PFM 614 (P/N 01-1941) Hose Locations (Top View) Parts List, Model PFM 614 (P/N 01-1941) Item Part Description 02-2524 MODEL PFM614 SUB-ASSY 07-0063 HYD.ASSY, CONTROL PANEL, PFM 614 08-0686 BLOCK ASSY,TOOL,PFM 614/612 19-1018 HOUSING ASSY, GEAR BOX...
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Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® MODEL PFM 614 (P/N 01-1941) Hose Locations (L-Manifold) Parts List, Model PFM 614 (P/N 01-1941) continued Item Part Description 33-0045 SCREW, CAP, 1/4-20 X 1-3/4 33-0055 SCREW, CAP, 5/16-18 X 7/8 33-0067 SCREW, CAP, 3/8-16 X 1/2 33-0071 SCREW, CAP, 3/8-16 X 1 33-0106...
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TRI TOOL INC. MODEL PFM 614 (P/N 01-1941) Hose Locations (Manifold Control Assembly) Parts List, Model PFM 614 (P/N 01-1941) continued Item Part Description 33-1407 SCREW, SHLDR, 1/2 X 1-1/2 33-2444 SCREW, CAP, LOW HD, 1/2-13 X 1" 33-2445 SCREW, CAP, MOD...
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Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® MODEL PFM 614 (P/N 01-1941) Parts List, Model PFM 614 (P/N 01-1941) continued Item Part Description 44-1081 SPACER ASSY, FIXED PAD, 12" 44-1082 SPACER ASSY, FIXED PAD, 10" 44-1083 SPACER ASSY. FIXED PAD, 8" 44-1084 SPACER ASSY.
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TRI TOOL INC. MODEL PFM 614 (P/N 01-1941) Parts List, Model PFM 614 (P/N 01-1941) continued Item Part Description 55-0793 HOSE ASSY 50"0-90-4 55-0825 HOSE ASSY 24" 0-90-4 55-0789 HOSE ASSY 38" 0-90-4 55-0789 HOSE ASSY 38" 0-90-4 55-0794 HOSE ASSY 18" 0-0-4 55-0795 HOSE ASSY 30"...
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Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® MODEL PFM 614 SUB-ASSEMBLY (P/N 02-2524) Parts List, Model PFM 614 Sub-Assembly (P/N 02-2524) Item Part Description 19-1034 WELDMENT, MAIN HOUSING 19-1013 HOUSING, BEARING,FEED 20-0924 SHAFT, FEED 20-1104 SHAFT, SPINDLE 24-3009 PLATE, LOCK, TOOL HOLDER 27-0825 ADAPTER, COLLAR, FEED 28-0314...
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TRI TOOL INC. MODEL PFM 614 SUB-ASSEMBLY (P/N 02-2524) Parts List, Model PFM 614 Sub-Assembly (P/N 02-2524) continued Item Part Description 31-0220 KEY, DRIVE 33-0040 SCREW, CAP, 1/4-20 X 3/4 33-0053 SCREW, CAP, 5/16-18 X 5/8 33-0072 SCREW, CAP, 3/8-16 X 1-1/4...
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Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® MODEL PFM 614 SUB-ASSEMBLY (P/N 02-2524) Parts List, Model PFM 614 Sub-Assembly (P/N 02-2524) continued Item Part Description 75-0174 COUPLING, ROD., MOD. 75-0148 CYLINDER, FEED 28-0057 SEAL, FELT, 1/8" X 3/16" X BULK 30.96" 54-0531 FITTING, 1/2 EPIPE - 1/8 IPIPE 54-0606 FITTING, PRESSURE RELIEF, 1/8 PTF, 7-1/2-15PSI...
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TRI TOOL INC. HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, CONTROL PANEL (P/N 07-0063) Parts List, Hydraulic Assembly, Control Panel (P/N 07-0063) Item Part Description 07-0064 HYD. ASSY, L-MANIFOLD, PFM 614 24-3297 PLATE, CONTROL, HYD, MANIFOLD 24-3303 PLATE, MANIFOLD MOUNT, RIGHT 24-3304 PLATE, MANIFOLD MOUNT, LEFT 33-0071 SCREW, CAP, 3/8-16 X 1"...
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Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® TOOL MODULE ASSEMBLY [1 OF 2] (P/N 08-0686) Front View Parts List, Tool Module Assembly (P/N 08-0686) Item Part Description 20-0961 SHAFT, PIVOT, TOOL HOLDER 24-2144 PLATE, NUT, TOOL HOLDER 24-2147 PLATE, WEAR, TOOL HOLDER 24-2202 PLATE, BASE, TOOL HOLDER 28-0360...
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TRI TOOL INC. TOOL MODULE ASSEMBLY [2 OF 2] (P/N 08-0686) Back View Parts List, Tool Module Assembly (P/N 08-0686) continued Item Part Description 30-2837 HOLDER, BRUSH CHANNEL 30-3226 BRUSH, S STEEL, STRIP 32-0657 PIN, ROLLER, TOOL HOLDER 33-0116 SCREW, CAP, 1/2-13 X 4"...
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Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® Parts List, Tool Module Assembly (P/N 08-0686) continued Item Part Description 35-0662 NUT,PIVOT,TOOL HOLDER 35-0663 NUT,LOCK,PIVOT,TOOL HOLDER 40-0306 SPRING,DIE,1-1/4 OD X 1-1/2 LG 47-1588 BRACKET,BRUSH,TOOL HOLDER 48-1660 BLOCK,SPRING,TOOL HOLDER 48-1712 BLOCK,TOOL HOLDER 54-0304 PLUG,PRESSURE,FLUSH SKT 3/8NPT 61-0168 ROLLER,PRESSURE 61-0170...
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TRI TOOL INC. GEAR BOX HOUSING ASSEMBLY (P/N 19-1018) Parts List, Gear Box Housing Assembly (P/N 19-1018) Item Part Description 19-1012 HOUSING, DRIVE 28-0319 O-RING , 5.234" ID, .139" W 32-0140 PIN, DOWEL, 1/4 DIA X 3/4" 33-0058 SCREW, CAP, 5/16-18 X 1-1/2"...
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Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® HOUSING ASSEMBLY, CLAMP END (P/N 19-1270) Parts List, Housing Assembly, Clamp End (P/N 19-1270) Item Part Description 29-0455 BRG, BRONZE, 1.25" ID X 1.50" OD X 3" LG 29-0454 BRG, BRONZE, 2.50" ID X 3" OD X 3" LG 33-0108 SCREW, CAP, 1/2-13 X 1 3/4"...
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TRI TOOL INC. HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, L-MANIFOLD (P/N 07-0064) 92-1535 Rev. 240716...
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Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® Parts List, Hydraulic Assembly, L-Manifold (P/N 07-0064) Item Part Description 53-0108 VALVE, BALL, HIGH PRESSURE, 16SAE 53-0109 VALVE, BALL, HI-PRESSURE, 1 1/4" 53-0122 MANIFOLD, MAIN 53-0196 VALVE BODY, DIR CONTROL 53-0197 VALVE, CARTRIDGE, DIR CONTROL 54-0233 ADAPTER, 1"...
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TRI TOOL INC. MANIFOLD CONTROL ASSEMBLY (P/N 53-0244) Parts List, Manifold Control Assembly (P/N 53-0244) Item Part Description 33-0507 SCREW, SET, 1/4-20 X 1" CUP PT 33-0512 SCREW, SET, 5/16-18 X 1/4" CUP PT 35-0203 NUT, LK, 1/4-20 41-0214 HANDLE, THREADED, 5/16-18 X 3/8...
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TRI TOOL INC. Parts List, Manifold Assembly (P/N 53-0203) Item Part Description 30-4211 BLOCK, CONTROL MANIFOLD 53-0107 VALVE, FLOW CONTROL 53-0126 VALVE, JOG SWITCH 53-0205 VALVE, MANUAL ROTARY 53-0207 VALVE, MANUAL ROTARY 53-0208 VALVE, PRESSURE SEQUENCE 53-0209 VALVE, PILOT OPERATED CHECK...
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Model PFM 614 PIPEMASTER ® GUIDE WHEEL ASSEMBLY (P/N 61-0179) Parts List, Guide Wheel Assembly (P/N 61-0179) Item Part Description 33-1289 SCREW, SHLDR, 1/2” D X 2” 47-1592 WELDMENT, BRACKET, GUIDE WHEEL 61-0180 WHEEL 92-1535 Rev. 240716...
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TRI TOOL INC. WHEEL ASSEMBLY, TRACKING (P/N 61-01XX) Parts List, Wheel Assembly, Tracking, Small (P/N 61-0186) Item Part Description 29-0080 BRG, BALL, 3/4” X 1 3/16” X 9/32” 61-0166 WHEEL, TRACKING, SMALL Parts List, Wheel Assembly, Tracking. Medium (P/N 61-0170)
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