Important Cautions & Warnings The GS Tooling ShrinkSMART is built with the latest technology and it is extremely safe and easy to operate. However, there is still some danger if this device is operated incorrectly and/or by untrained personnel. Pay particular attention to the following cautions and warnings marked with the “Attention"...
General Overview & Features Compatible with all popular tooling combinations Tool types: HSS, Carbide, MST, Magnetic and Non-Magnetic Diameters from: 0.118" to 1.259" (3mm to 32mm) (1.574" (40mm) possible with the same coil; optional stop disk) Tapers: CAT/BT/SK40 & 50, HSK63A & 100A, C6 &...
Parts, Accessories & Upgrade Options Air-Powered Cooling Unit SMART Coil Cooling time: from 50 seconds (Depending on the tool holder shape) Measures the holder thickness and optimizes power Weight: 11.5lbs (5.24kg) consumption by automatically adjusting kw and heating time for each holder. This increases the life of your tool holders Height: 18.38"...
Air-Powered Cooling Unit – Installation & Usage Mount the Air-Powered Cooling Unit LED Red LED Blue Flexible Place unit against the ShrinkSMART and line Pipe up the screw holes. Tighten the 4 screws to secure powered cooling unit. Connect the local compressed air pipe to the air maintenance unit.
Page 7
Instructions – Air-Powered Cooling Unit To set up a cooling cycle Turn on power switch. After setting the cooling time (T1), short press the SET key again (if you are already within the T1 time setting, otherwise Unit will default to 210 seconds. you will need to short press the SET key twice within 6 sec), the red LED will flash.
Water-Cooling Refrigeration Unit – Installation & Usage Flexible Water Tank Pipes Column Power Temperature Switch Controller Flow Alarm Normal Flow Cooling Bells The water cooler must be Support Table positioned on a for Contact stable working Bushings and platform with Cooling Bells a clearance of 19.7"...
Temperature Controller Panel Water Temperature Setting Indicators D1, D2 (as shown) of thermostat working state: Press SET button (SET) to enter into the user-defined state. Meanwhile, D1 flashes to indicate that the controller is in parameters D1 ON: thermostat works in intelligent control MODE; setup status.
Taking Delivery The device you have received has been under unacceptable conditions it may be Unpacking must be carried out carefully to controlled and tested at our factory permanently damaged. In this case the avoid any damage. according to ISO9001 specifications. If the manufacturer will exclude all warranty claims equipment is being stored or transported and obligations.
Shrink Fit Tool Holder & Cutting Tools The GS Tooling ShrinkSMART makes it easy and safe to perform Tool shank diameter tolerance is critical. Tool shank tolerance Shrink Fit tool changes without causing damage to the tool holder...
Shrinking Depths to be Respected We recommend the following shrinking depth in order to guarantee the The shrinking depth (depending on the position of the stop end screw) minimum transmittable torque and lifetime of the tool. must be set to the noted Shank Clamping Length as a minimum. EXAMPLE FOR A TYPE SFD DIN 4.5°...
ShrinkSMART Shrinking Process Put the protective gloves on and take hold of the cutting tool. Place the position ring and the adapter ring corresponding to the type of tool holder on the Tube for Adapter Rings. Push the HEATING cycle button once and wait for the Select the corresponding heating MODE heating cycle LED to go off.
Before using the Boost function, please ensure that your tool holder is not already hot (<30°C (122°F)) Sowa Tool and Machining Co. Ltd. is not responsible for the misuse of the BOOST function. You are ready to start the heating cycle. Follow the same instructions from step 9 of the shrinking process.
Page 15
ShrinkSMART Shrinking of Special Tools Push the Heating Cycle button once and wait for the heating cycle LED to go off. Place the tool holder in the finned support, or into the adapter ring on the Tube for Adapter Rings. Place the tool in the tool holder.
ShrinkSMART Shrink Release of Special Tools Push the Heating Cycle button once and wait for the heating cycle LED to go off. Place the tool holder in the finned support, or into the adapter ring on the Tube for Adapter Rings. Remove the tool from the tool holder.
ShrinkSMART – Maintenance Frequency Daily Maintenance Inspect and clean your ShrinkSMART machine daily. This will ensure your Shrink Fit holders will continue to perform at their best. Check the condition of the SMART Coil. Check the condition of the Heat Focusing Stop Disks.
The device can only be used for the purposes defined in this operating The holder and the tool must be clean, free from grease and dry before manual. Sowa Tool and Machine Co. Ltd. can not be held responsible for being fitted to the device. Before starting the shrinking process, please casualties caused by any other use.
Appendix – Technical Features for the ShrinkSMART Machine Prevent condensation and frost Power 19,800 VA Air humidity when the temperature of the device slowly increases to 40°C AC 3 x 400V-480V (±10%) + PE/23.8 A/50-60Hz (104°F) or quickly passes from -20 (-4°F) to +30°C (86°F) Voltage 2.5 meter cable is supplied At a maximum of 6,500 feet (2,000m) above sea level...
Page 20
Superior performance tooling solutions when speed and accuracy matter most. GS Tooling is an industry leader in precision tooling where high-performance and stringent quality standards are essential. Tool Your World with GS Tooling End Mill Holders, Collet Chucks & Collets, Shrink Fit Solutions, Retention Knobs, Vises &...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the GS Tooling ShrinkSMART and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers