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- Page 1 16C and 3J Rotary Indexing Systems User Manual B-126B Setup and Operation for the Hardinge 16C and 3J Indexing/Rotary Table System Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, New York U.S.A. 14902-1507 800.843.8801 (Canada 800.468.5946) www.shophardinge.com...
- Page 2 Custom manufacturing is also available. Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive Elmira, New York 14902-1507 U.S.A p. 800.843.8801 p. 800.468.5946 (Canada) f. 607.734.3886 Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, New York U.S.A. 14902-1507 800.843.8801 (Canada 800.468.5946) www.shophardinge.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
4.1 Use of Oil- and Water-Soluble Coolants .............18 4.2 Lubrication .......................18 4.3 Collet Key Replacement .................19 4.4 Clean Up ......................19 4.5 Collet Closer Cleaning ..................19 5. Warranty ...........................20 Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, New York U.S.A. 14902-1507 800.843.8801 (Canada 800.468.5946) www.shophardinge.com... -
Page 4: Important Safety Recommendations
HARDINGE SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS Your Hardinge machine is designed and built for maximum ease and safety of operation. However, some previ- ously accepted shop practices may not reflect current safety regulations and procedures and should be re-exam- ined to insure compliance with the current safety and health standards. - Page 5 BE CAREFUL of sharp edges when handling a newly machined workpiece. DON’T REMOVE OR LOAD a workpiece while any part of the equipment is in motion. Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, New York U.S.A. 14902-1507 800.843.8801 (Canada 800.468.5946) www.shophardinge.com...
- Page 6 DON’T OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT with damaged or worn electrical cables. VERIFY that the electrical cables are not restrained or pinched during full travel movement of the machine. Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, New York U.S.A. 14902-1507 800.843.8801 (Canada 800.468.5946) www.shophardinge.com...
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Page 7: Introduction To The Hardinge 16C/3J Indexing/Rotary Table System
The Hardinge Spindle The 16C and 3J Rotary Indexer spindle is based off the industry standard A2-5 spindle design that has been used in Hardinge lathe production for over a century. The Hardinge-engineered mechanical elements guarantee the spindle will be accurate, repeatable, reliable, and flexible to suit many different machining applications. -
Page 8: Features
Air is supplied to the clamp via a quick disconnect fitting on top of the motor cover. When equipped with the Hardinge servo control, the clamp can be controlled automatically so that the clamp is engaged when the Rotary Indexer arrives at its programmed destination or it can be controlled with “G” codes. For ease of use, a “C”... -
Page 9: Specifications And General Requirements
Program to rotate the spindle clockwise or counterclockwise with step sizes from .001 to 9999.99 degrees Using G83 & G84, continuous rotation is allowed. Contact Hardinge for maximum speeds based on duty cycle. ABSOLUTE OR INCREMENTAL PROGRAMMING (With Hardinge Servo Control) - Page 10 Fixture Plate – Spindle Mount (diameter) "/139.70, 8- "/225.42 "/139.70, 8- "/225.42 Fixture Plate – Collet Style (diameter) 6-3/8"/161.92 Face Plate ñ Slotted (diameter) 10"/254.00 10"/254.00 Collet Stops (part control length) Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, New York U.S.A. 14902-1507 800.843.8801 (Canada 800.468.5946) www.shophardinge.com...
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Page 11: Dimensions
Single-Spindle 16C or 3J Indexing/Rotary Table Unit The 16C and 3J Indexing/Rotary Table systems can be ordered with the motor on either side of the unit. If the unit is ordered with the motor in the standard orientation, as shown in the picture above (motor is on the left looking at the spindle face), counter clockwise is the positive direction and the spindle key will be in the 12 o’clock position when the rotary is in the zero position. - Page 12 5. Route the cable over the back of the mill sheet metal (if using Hardinge Servo Control). 6. If adding an indexer to a Hardinge mill using a remote CNC cable or as a true 4th axis, refer to the in- structions in the Hardinge 4th axis manual or call the Hardinge service department.
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Page 13: Use Of Collets, Chucks And Face Plates
2.2 Use of Collets, Sure-Grip® Expanding Collets, Sure Grip® 3-Jaw Power Chucks, and Face Plates The unit accepts standard Hardinge 16C or 3J collets, step chucks, ID gripping collets, chucks, and face plates. When inserting the collet, align the keyway on the collet with the key inside the spindle. Push the collet in and turn the collet closer drawbar clockwise until proper collet tightness is obtained. -
Page 14: Use Of Collets With The Hardinge Collet Closer
Once broken free, the closer can be pulled out of the back of the indexer for servicing. Note: be careful not to lose or misplace the o-rings which seal the face of the closer to the casting. Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, New York U.S.A. 14902-1507 800.843.8801 (Canada 800.468.5946) www.shophardinge.com... -
Page 15: Tooling Locations
.0001" indicator and a magnetic v-block or magnetic block. Home the indexer as that is where backlash is checked at the Hardinge Factory. Place the magnetic block on the indexer spindle face so that the top of the block is parallel to the machine bed and in line with the spindle centerline as shown in the picture. -
Page 16: Adjusting Backlash
NOTE: A small amount of backlash is required for the gear set. If it is determined that the backlash needs to be reduced, Hardinge highly recommends that the unit be sent back to the factory if still within the warranty period. If the customer decides to make the adjustments on their own, Hardinge has included the following detailed instructions. - Page 17 10 arc seconds of backlash in the gear set or the gears may prematurely wear. Put the black plate back on the indexer once finished adjusting backlash. Figure 3 Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, New York U.S.A. 14902-1507 800.843.8801 (Canada 800.468.5946) www.shophardinge.com...
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Page 18: Routine Maintenance
4.2 Lubrication To check the lube level of the Hardinge Indexer/Rotary Table, view the level of lube visible in the lubricant win- dow when the unit is stopped. The window is located on the front and side of the unit opposite the motor. The lube level should reach the middle of the window. -
Page 19: Collet Key Replacement
Remove the set screw in the collet key access hole and then remove the collet key using a 3mm Allen wrench for both items. Screw the new 16C or 3J collet key into the spindle until it begins to protrude into the inside diameter of the spindle. -
Page 20: Warranty
5. 12-Month/1-Year Limited Warranty The Hardinge 16C and 3J Indexing/Rotary Table Systems are provided with a 12-month warranty against any defects in material and workmanship. Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, New York U.S.A. 14902-1507 800.843.8801 (Canada 800.468.5946) www.shophardinge.com... - Page 21 16C and 3J Rotary Indexing Systems User Manual B-126B This page intentionally left blank. Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, New York U.S.A. 14902-1507 800.843.8801 (Canada 800.468.5946) www.shophardinge.com...
- Page 22 To Order Online: www.shophardinge.com | Corporate Home Page: www.hardinge.com | E-mail: info@shophardinge.com All specifications subject to change without notice. All marks indicated by ® or ™ are trademarks of Hardinge Inc. Insstruction Manual B-126B • Litho in U.S.A. • © Hardinge Inc. 2009...
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