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Swagelok TUBE FACING TOOL User Manual

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  • Page 1 U B E A C I N G O O L ’ S E R A N U A L...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Collet Change and Installation The tube facing tool cuts a wide range of diameters through the use of tube collets. Two collet halves per size are required and must be ordered separately. (See Chart B on page 14) Motor Settings The facing tool is driven by a heavy-duty industrial motor.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The following is a list of general safety guidelines to be considered when operating this tool. Standard safe machining practices should always be observed when operating this tool. Before operating this tool, read this User’s Manual completely. Inspect tool, cord, and accessories for damage prior to operating. Safety guards have been installed for your protection.

  • Page 4: Identification Of Components

    Identification of Components R/Min/Speed Adjustment 2 Spare Torx® Screws (For use with cutting inserts) Hi/Low Motor Setting Trigger Spindle Feed Handle The following items are included with your facing tool: Shipping/storage case with foam Facing tool Large storage case for collets and tools –...

  • Page 5: Installing Or Relocating The Cutting Insert

    Installing or Relocating Figure-1 the Cutting Insert Lever Make sure motor is unplugged. Chip Deflector To relocate the cutting insert: 1. Open top half of fixture and swing completely out of the way as follows: Latch a) Turn lever to 12 o’clock position. (See Figure-1) b) Firmly press down on top half of fixture.
  • Page 6 5. Install new cutting insert in appropriate pocket in spindle. Clear pocket of chips and debris before installing cutting insert. (Refer to Chart A below) 6. Reposition chip deflector and tighten. Figure-6 (See Figure-8) SWAGELOK INSERT POSITION CHART Pocket Range Range Secondary...
  • Page 7 Installing or Relocating Figure-9 the Cutting Insert (Continued) 7. You may want to install the collet halves at this point while fixture is open. (See Figure-9 and refer to page 7) 8. Close top half of fixture and secure by following Steps 1.a) and 1.b) and secure latch.

  • Page 8: Collet Change And Installation

    Collet Change and Installation Figure-11 1. Open top half of fixture. (See Figures 1 thru 4 on page 4) 2. Install collet halves. (See Figure-11) 3. Secure with socket head cap screw. (See Figure-12) 4. Close top half of fixture and secure by following Steps 1.a) and 1.b) and securing latch.

  • Page 9: Motor Settings For Non-Guarded Trigger

    Motor Settings for Figure-13 Non-Guarded Trigger Hi/Low Motor Setting 1. Set Hi/Low motor setting (See Figure-13) and R/Min (See Figure-14) according to the speed tables found on page 9. Rotate clockwise to go from Turtle to Rabbit (Low to Hi) and counter-clockwise to go from Rabbit to Turtle (Hi to Low).
  • Page 10 Motor Settings for Figure-13 Guarded Trigger Torque Adjustment 1. Set torque adjustment to highest setting [+]. (See Figure-13) 2. Set Hi/Low motor setting (See Figure-14) and R/Min (See Figure-15) according to the speed tables found on page 9. Rotate clockwise to go from Turtle to Rabbit (Low to Hi) and counter- clockwise to go from Rabbit to Turtle (Hi to Low).
  • Page 11 Motor Settings for Guarded Trigger (Continued) Motor Settings and Cutting Techniques This information is for reference only. Actual settings and cutting techniques may vary from these charts depending on the chemical, physical and mechanical properties of the tubing. Stainless 316L / 316LV Alloy 400 Tube Tube...
  • Page 12 Motor Settings for Non-Guarded Trigger (Continued) Motor Settings and Cutting Techniques This information is for reference only. Actual settings and cutting techniques may vary from these charts depending on the chemical, physical and mechanical properties of the tubing. Stainless 316L / 316LV Alloy 400 Tube Tube...

  • Page 13: Facing The Tube

    Facing the Tube Figure-17 Cutting Technique: When facing the tube, there are several techniques that can be employed. The two most common are one long continuous cut, and short interrupted cuts. The type of cut used may be determined by material type, material hardness, tube diameter, etc.
  • Page 14 Facing The Tube Figure-20 (Continued) Controlled Material Removal 1. Rotate lever to 12 o’clock position to open the collets. (See Figure-18 on page 10) 2. Slowly insert tubing until it gently contacts the spindle/cutting insert. CAUTION: DO NOT START MOTOR IF TUBE IS CONTACTING SPINDLE/CUTTING INSERT.

  • Page 15: Bench Mount Stand

    Bench Mount Stand Figure-24 (See Figures-24 thru 27) 1. Assemble vertical piece to base with the two (2) screws provided and secure tightly. 2. Release latch to open top half. 3. Swing top half open. 4. Place barrel of housing into bracket. Align slot in housing with face of vertical plate.

  • Page 16: Special Adjustment Features

    Special Adjustment Features Figure-28 Fixture Set Screw There is a set screw located in the top of the hinge of the fixture (See Figure-28). This screw should only require use if you experience problems securing the tubing. If the tubing is undersized and rotates in the collet, the set screw can be turned clockwise.
  • Page 17 Spare Parts/Accessories and Ordering Numbers Bent Needle Nose Pliers Torx Drive T-15 ® (SWS-14410) (SWS-EP-14108) Hex Keys (0.050 in. thru 3/16 in.) Torx Screws ® (CWS-HEX-SET) (13329) Items shown are included with your Facing Tool. COLLET TABLE Nominal Nominal Size Size Outside Outside...
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  • Page 20: Warranty Information Form

    SWAGELOK TUBE FACING TOOL Warranty Information Form IMPORTANT  Please complete and return this form to your Swagelok Representative for warranty activation. Date of Delivery: Tube Facing Tool Model Number: Serial Number: Company Name: Distributor Where Purchased: Market Area (check all that apply)
  • Page 21 Swagelok—TM Swagelok Company © 1999, 2004 Swagelok Company Printed in U.S.A., PPI August 2004, R4 SWS-MANUAL-232EP-E...

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