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TRI tool STS-4 Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 Operation Manual...
  • Page 2 ABOUT TRI TOOL TECHNOLOGIES At Tri Tool Technologies, 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TRI TOOL TECHNOLOGIES WARRANTY TOOL BIT RESHARPENING POLICY ABOUT THE MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS GENERAL DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE OPERATION CUTTING SPEEDS AND FEEDS TOOL BITS SADDLE SETS TROUBLESHOOTING ACCESSORIES RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN...

  • Page 4: Tri Tool Technologies Warranty

    Tri Tool Technologies Tri Tool Technologies 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.

  • Page 5: Tool Bit Resharpening Policy

    Model STS-4 Tube Squaring Machine 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.

  • Page 6: About The Manual

    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 Technologies web site has the most current information.
  • Page 7 Appropriate PPE and tools required when working on this equipment. SHOCK HAZARD READ MANUAL: Read manual before use, refer to manual for Tri Tool Technologies machine being used. READ MANUAL DISCONNECT FROM POWER: Disconnect main plug from electrical outlet before performing all maintenance.

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Tri Tool Technologies 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 deadman switch on the power unit.

  • Page 9: Tool Care

    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 Technologies 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.

  • Page 10: General Description

    .250” (6.35mm) wall thickness. Design and Operation Features The Model STS-4 is available with a 115 VAC or 230 VAC integral, dual range, variable speed electric drive motor (corded or cordless). The Model STS-4 features quick changing Saddle Sets (no tools required) and a .001”...

  • Page 11: Specifications

    DRIVE MOTOR 9.71in 9.14in 246.56mm 232.27mm 6.90in 175.31mm 12.00in 7.50in BENCH STAND 304.80mm 190.50mm 18.22in 462.82mm Figure 1: Model STS-4 w/ Corded Electric Motor 11.17in 283.59mm DRIVE MOTOR 9.71in 9.14in 246.56mm 232.27mm 6.90in 175.31mm 7.50in BENCH STAND 12.00in 190.50mm 304.80mm 12.74in...

  • Page 12: Drive System

    Tri Tool Technologies Drive System • Variable Speed Electric Drive Motor (corded or cordless) Power Requirements Electric Drive Motor • 115VAC 50/60 Hz 9.6 Amp Metabo Corded Motor Assembly • 230VAC 50/60 Hz 5.7 Amp Metabo Corded Motor Assembly •...
  • Page 13 Inconel and some other high-temperature alloys may require special procedures as a function of wall thickness and type of end preparation. Contact the Tri Tool Technologies Engineering Department for details.

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Keep all equipment in good working condition and inspect it regularly. • If the equipment is not in good working condition, promptly repair it or withdraw it from service. • Use only Tri Tool Technologies replacement parts for repairs. Daily/Starting Shift/Installation • Clean all components. •...

  • Page 15: Operation

    The use of dull Tool Bits or Tool Bits not manufactured by Tri Tool Technologies may result in poor performance and may constitute abuse of this machine and therefore voids the Tri Tool Technologies factory warranty.
  • Page 16 Tri Tool Technologies Figure 3: Tool Bit Placement in the Cutting Head Figure 4: Tool Bit Tightening 92-0749 Rev. 250414...
  • Page 17 Model STS-4 Tube Squaring Machine Install The Saddles 1. Select the desired Saddle size for the pipe or tube, Refer to SADDLE SETS section. 2. Insert the upper Saddle half into the machine and thread the Saddle Locking Screw into the Saddle.
  • Page 18 Tri Tool Technologies Adjust The Motor Orientation (Cordless Motor) 1. Loosen the Collar Bolt with hex wrench (refer to Fig. 6). Figure 6: Collar Bolt Location 2. Rotate the Motor Assembly to desired angle (refer to Fig. 7). Figure 7: Motor Assembly Rotation 3.

  • Page 19: Make The Cut

    Model STS-4 Tube Squaring Machine Make The Cut 1. Connect the proper power supply. 2. Use the variable speed control knob on the top of the motor to adjust the cutting speed. 3. Rotate the Feed Handle clockwise to bring the Cutting Head and tube closer together.

  • Page 20: Cutting Speeds And Feeds

    Tri Tool Technologies 7. CUTTING SPEEDS AND FEEDS Use the following table to select an RPM to obtain specified Tool Bit surface cutting speed on the surface of the pipe. RPM for RPM for RPM for Tube Size 200 in/min...
  • Page 21 Model STS-4 Tube Squaring Machine Basic Feed Recommendations Use very light feed for initial cutting or until a continuous cut is established. This is important for longer Tool Bit life when cutting through flame cut or out of square tube ends.

  • Page 22: Tool Bits

    2.60" (66.04mm) OD 0.250 S.S. 99-2490 0.250 C.S. 99-1480 1.35" (34.29mm) OD Thru 4.50" (114.30mm) OD 0.250 S.S. DURABIT 1 Bevel, facing and special prep tool bits are available from Tri Tool Technologies. Contact the factory for information. 92-0749 Rev. 250414...

  • Page 23: Saddle Sets

    Model STS-4 Tube Squaring Machine 9. SADDLE SETS Standard Saddles (Material: Stainless Steel) Decimal Metric Saddle P/N .547" 13.89mm 67-4020 .551" 14.00mm 67-4021 .563" 14.30mm 67-4022 .591" 15.00mm 67-4023 .594" 15.08mm 67-4024 .602" 15.29mm 67-4025 .625" 15.88mm 67-4026 .630" 16.00mm 67-4027 .641"...
  • Page 24 Tri Tool Technologies Decimal Metric Saddle P/N Decimal Metric Saddle P/N 1.102" 28.00mm 67-4057 2.313" 58.75mm 67-4099 1.125" 28.58mm 67-4058 2.362" 60.00mm 67-4100 1.142" 29.00mm 67-4059 2.375" 60.33mm 67-4101 1.181" 30.00mm 67-4060 2.382" 60.50mm 67-4102 1.188" 30.18mm 67-4061 2.438" 61.93mm 67-4103 1.250"...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Model STS-4 Tube Squaring Machine 10. 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.
  • Page 26 Tri Tool Technologies Problem: Tool Holder Is Not Feeding The feed pin is broken or out of position. The feed sprocket shear pin is broken. The feed screw is stripped. The feed nut is stripped. The slide rails are too tight.

  • Page 27: Accessories

    Model STS-4 Tube Squaring Machine 11. ACCESSORIES The following accessories are recommended for use with the Model STS-4 Tube Squaring Machine and are available from Tri Tool Technologies. • Short Perch Saddle Sets • Tool Bits • Collet Adapter Kit (for use with 400 Series Collets) •...

  • Page 28: Recommended Spare Parts

    Tri Tool Technologies 12. RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS SPARE PARTS, MODEL STS-4 Parts List, Spare Parts, Model STS-4 Item Part Description 05-1749 SPARE PARTS KIT, MODEL STS-4 28-0233 O-RING, 1.364" ID X .070" W 30-7591 BALL PLUNGER, 1/2-13 UNC 31-0115 KEY, 1/8" SQ X 15/16”, BOTH ENDS ROUND 33-0038 SCREW, CAP, 1/4-20 X 1/2”...
  • Page 29 Model STS-4 Tube Squaring Machine COVER GUARD ASSEMBLY, MODEL STS-4 (P/N 43-1445) Parts List, Cover Guard Assembly, Model STS-4 (P/N 43-1445) Item Part Description 30-6278 HINGE, COVER GUARD 24-5492 PLATE, CHIP GUARD, STS-4 33-5407 SCREW, BUTTON #4-40 X 5/16” 35-0253 NUT, LOCK, #4-40, NYLON INSERT 92-0749 Rev.

  • Page 30: Illustrated Parts Breakdown

    Tri Tool Technologies 13. ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODEL STS-4, CORDED 92-0749 Rev. 250414...
  • Page 31 Model STS-4 Tube Squaring Machine Parts List, Model STS-4, Corded Model STS-4, Corded, 115V (P/N 01-1684) Model STS-4, Corded, 230V Type C (P/N 01-1694C) Model STS-4, Corded, 230V Type G (P/N 01-1694G) Model STS-4, Corded, 100V Japan (P/N 01-2387) Item...
  • Page 32 Tri Tool Technologies MODEL STS-4, CORDLESS 92-0749 Rev. 250414...
  • Page 33 Model STS-4 Tube Squaring Machine Parts List, Model STS-4, Cordless Model STS-4, Cordless, 115V (P/N 01-2693) Model STS-4, Cordless, 230V Type G (P/N 01-2693G) Model STS-4, Cordless, 230V Type C (P/N 01-2693C) Model STS-4, Cordless, 100V Japan (P/N 01-2693J) Item...
  • Page 34 Tri Tool Technologies MODEL STS-4 SUB-ASSEMBLY (P/N 02-2290) 5 18 92-0749 Rev. 250414...
  • Page 35 Model STS-4 Tube Squaring Machine Parts List, Model STS-4 Sub-Assembly (P/N 02-2290) Item Part Description 19-0818 HOUSING, MAIN, STS-4 20-0654 SHAFT, FEED 20-0693 SHAFT, MAIN 21-0500 HEAD 24-1569 PLATE, BASE 27-0600 ADAPTER, FEED 28-0278 SEAL, 1" ID 28-0279 O-RING 28-0281...
  • Page 36 Tri Tool Technologies MOTOR ASSEMBLY, CORDED, 115V (P/N 58-0278), 230V (P/N 58-0127) 13 2X 2 2X Parts List, Motor Assembly 115V (P/N 58-0278), 230V (P/N 58-0127) Item Part Description 28-0245 SEAL, GREASE, .875” ID 28-0233 O-RING, 1.364” ID X .070” W 31-0115 KEY, 1/8”...
  • Page 37 Model STS-4 Tube Squaring Machine MOTOR ASSEMBLY, CORDLESS (P/N 58-0446) 7 2X 3 2X Parts List, Motor Assembly, Cordless, 115V (P/N 58-0446), 230V (P/N 58-XXXX) Item Part Description 20-0617 SHAFT, DRIVE 20-1688 SHAFT, DRIVE 302E 18V, CORDLESS, METABO 28-0233 O-RING, 1.364" ID X .070" W 28-0245 SEAL, GREASE, .875"...
  • Page 38 Tri Tool Technologies ELECTRIC MOTOR ASSEMBLY, MAKITA 100V (P/N 58-0335) JAPAN ONLY 3 10 Parts List, Electric Motor Assembly, Makita, 100V (P/N 58-0335) Japan Only Item Part Description 20-0617 SHAFT, DRIVE 20-4071 SHAFT, DRIVE 28-0245 SEAL, GREASE 28-0233 O-RING 31-0115...
  • Page 39 Model STS-4 Tube Squaring Machine REVISION HISTORY ADDED 11/15/2024: Description Page ADDED “RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS” SECTION, INCLUDING: SPARE PARTS, MODEL STS-4 COVER GUARD ASSEMBLY, MODEL STS-4 (P/N 43-1445) ADDED 1/23/2025: Description Page MOTOR ROTATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR DC MOTOR MODEL STS-4, CORDLESS, IPB 30/31 MOTOR ASSEMBLY, CORDLESS, IPB 92-0749 Rev.
  • Page 40 • Disconnect power sources before servicing or moving the equipment. • Remove all loose articles of clothing and jewelry before operating the equipment. Be Safety Conscious! 3041 Sunrise Blvd. Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 +1(916) 288-6100 • +1(800) 345-5015 www.tritool.com Copyright Tri Tool Technologies. PN 81-0542 (04-21) ©...