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Instruction manual

“TWIST FINGER CHUCK”

DUST PROOF DESIGN
LARGE CLAMPING RANGE
75-180MM
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TECHNICAL DATA
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SECTION VIEW

ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 30-5031-0458E BODY 1
2 30-5031-0457E COLUMN 3
3 30-5031-0456E BACK PLATE 1
4 30-5031-0500E WEDGE 1
5 30-5031-0502E PISTON 1
6 30-5031-0503E FLOAT RING 1
7 30-5031-0505E COLUMN SUPPORT 3
8 30-8081-1138M COVER 1
9 10-8032-0405E BUSH 3
DIN 6912 - M8 x 16 ---
10 ALLEN BOLT 3
9N
B18.3.1M - 6 x 1.0 x 16
11 ALLEN BOLT 19
Hex SHCS -- 16NHX
B18.3.1M - 10 x 1.5 x 25
12 ALLEN BOLT 6
Hex SHCS -- 25NHX

B18.3.1M - 16 x 2.0 x 90
13 ALLEN BOLT 6
Hex SHCS -- 44NHX

B18.3.1M - 8 x 1.25 x 20
14 ALLEN BOLT 9
Hex SHCS -- 20NHX
DIN EN ISO 8735-
15 DOWEL 1
10x22-A-St
16 30-5031-0504E COLUMN PIN 3
B18.3.6M - M8 x 1.25 x
17 25 Hex Socket Flat Pt. GRUB SCREW 3
SS --N
B18.3.6M - M3 x 0.5 x 5
18 Hex Socket Cone Pt. GRUB SCREW 3
SS --N
B18.3.6M - M8 x 1.25 x
19 8 Hex Socket Cone Pt. GRUB SCREW 3
SS --N
User Library-Grease
20 Grease Nipple M6 3
Nipple - M6-1_SAMPLE
21 GHK 307_1 WIPER SEAL 3
22 OR2131 O-RING 1
23 OR 3237 O-RING 1

General safety instructions
1. CORRECT USE
SMW-AUTOBLOK I-TFC power chucks are designed for the
clamping of workpieces on lathes/machine tools.
Any other use can cause hazards. For any damages resulting
herefrom SMW-AUTOBLOK is not responsible.
2. PERSONNEL
I-TFC power chucks must be installed, operated and
maintained only by qualified and regularly trained
personnel.
3. PROTECTIONS
During machining the power chuck and the clamped
component must be protected by safety guards. Open the
machine door only when machine spindle is completely
stopper. Maintenance and actuation of the power chuck
must only be carried out when machine spindle is stopped.
4. MAX. SPEED
The max. spindle speed is engraved on the chuck body. It
must not be exceeded. The max. spindle is only valid at
max. draw-pull force using standard hard jaws. If, for special
applications, special top jaws are used, clamping force and
the max. speed must be calculated accordingly but not
exceeding max. permitted values. Heavy special top jaws
have especially a big influence on the max. speed. During
the machining operation the centrifugal force increases or
decreases the gripping force.
OD clamping = decreasing
ID clamping = increasing
5. REMAINING RISKS
The type of components (shape, weight, imbalance,
material etc.) has a big influence on the system “machine
tool – power chuck – component”. For that reason there is
always a residual risk.
These residual risks must be calculated by the user and
have to eliminated by suitable actions.
For any problems or questions, Please contact SMW-AUTOBLOK
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6. CLAMPING JAWS
Always use clamping jaws according to SMW-
AUTOBLOK’s design, to work in safety conditions and
avoid damages in the chuck.
To fix the clamping jaws, use only screw class 12.9,
hexagon socket head cap screws. For reference, the
thread should be at least 1.25 x the pitch diameter.
Always tighten the screws with a torque wrench set. If
the top jaws have higher dimensions and greater mass
than the specifications issued by SMW-AUTOBLOK, the
clamping forces reduces accordingly and becomes
insecure.
7. MAINTENANCE
The power chuck must be maintained in regular
intervals. Check the conditions by measuring the
gripping force with static grip meter.
Replace damaged parts with original SMW-AUTOBLOK
spare parts only.
Maintenance must be carried out at safe spindle stop of
the machine only.
8. OPERATING CYLINDER
The power chuck must be powered only with a suitable
cylinder, in accordance with the latest international
regulations.
Never provide a draw-pull higher than the rating for any
chuck model.
Excess draw-pull can cause breakage of internal parts of
the chuck.
If necessary, reduce the draw pull accordingly.
Always design connecting parts and adaptors that must
work at pre-set draw-pull.
9. LOADING OF THE COMPONENT TO BE MACHINED
In case of manual loading of the workpiece, there is a
risk for the operator to have his fingers crushed
between the clamping jaws and the component.
Operator must follow correct way of loading and
unloading methodology to avoid any harm.
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION AND SAFETY REGULATIONS
SMW-AUTOBLOK automatic power chucks and hydraulic cylinders
are the most advanced products on the market offering
unmatched accuracy, speed, safety and reliability. The product
range is the most complete and all products are manufactured in
accordance with the latest international safety regulations.
We have provided technical and practical information from our
experience and from thousands of SMW-AUTOBLOK products
users about the important safety matters of static and dynamic
gripping forces, maximum speed, use of the work-holding jaws and
periodic maintenance.
Please contact the closest SMW-AUTOBLOK agent for further
information and assistance.
1.1 SAFETY CONDITIONS ON THE MACHINE.
The machines on which the chucks and the rotating cylinders are
to be mounted, must include the following safety conditions:
1.1.1 > The chuck must work inside a closed, protected zone, in
order to avoid high speed release of the workpiece and any other
rotating part
1.1.2 > The machine must be allowed to rotate only with the door
completely closed. The door must not be opened during the
working cycle.
1.1.3 > The machine may be allowed to rotate only:
a) after checking the hydraulic “feed circuit” with a pressure gauge
to assure that it has reached the requested pressure.
b) after the proximity switches (2pcs or more) have confirmed the
position of “component clamped”. A proximity signal of the 2
extreme positions (chuck jaws open or closed) must then prevent
rotation of the spindle.
1.1.4 > The electric and hydraulic circuits of the machine MUST
GUARANTEE that the chuck cannot make any opening or closing
movement during rotation of spindle.
1.1.5 > In case of an electric power interruption, the existing
position of the chuck jaws (open or closed) must be maintained in
order to avoid the possible opening of the jaws and release of the
workpiece. It is necessary to use double solenoid valves with
detected positions for this purpose.
1.1.6 > The machine must NEVER rotate faster than the speed
calculated on the working conditions described in chuck layout.
1.1.7 > We suggest mounting a 10 bar preloaded accumulator on
the hydraulic power unit. In the case of a pressure drop and failure
of the safety valves, the cylinder piston can still provide a
minimum draw-pull to avoid releasing the part.
1.2 SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR THE CHUCK-CYLINDER ASSEMBLY.
1.2.1 > The main operating characteristics and performance date
are engraved on the chuck face with international symbols. These
characteristics are:
- Maximum draw-pull
- Maximum gripping-force
- Maximum speed
1.2.2 > All chuck parts subject to possible breakage must be
shielded in order to avoid fragmentation during rotation.
1.2.3 > The rotating cylinder must include 2 non-return valves and
2 pressure relief valves which open automatically in case of
excessive-pressure.
1.2.4 > The rotating cylinder must include a piston stroke control
device in order to prevent rotation of the spindle if the workpiece
is not clamped.
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1.2.5 > NEVER provide a draw-pull higher than the rating for
each chuck model. Excess draw-pull can cause breakage of
the internal parts of the chuck.
1.2.6 > The maximum rotation speed allowed by the chuck
can be reached only if:
- the maximum draw-pull force is applied.
- the static gripping force is checked by means of a loading
cell.
- standard jaws are used and they don’t protrude beyond the
external diameter of the chuck.
1.2.7 > It’s essential to properly maintain the chuck, including
periodic greasing.
IMPORTANT: An improperly maintained and unlubricated
chuck can loose up to 60% of its gripping force, becoming a
DANGER TO THE SAFETY OF THE OPERATORS.
1.2.8 > All maintenance MUST BE CONDUCTED WITH
MACHINE OFF.
1.3 SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR TOP JAWS.
Top jaws are a basic component for safely gripping the
workpiece. It is essential to carefully read and comply with
the instructions.
IMPORTANT: All top jaws operations, set up, handling and
checking MUST BE CONDUCTED WITH MACHINE OFF.
2. MOUNTING OF THE CHUCK ON THE LATHE SPINDLE AND
CONNECTION TO THE DRAW TUBE.
2.1 CHECKING THE SPINDLE NOSE.
There are primarily two methods of attaching the chuck to
the lathe spindle. They are standardized by the ISO 702/I
norm (mounting with short cone) and by the ISO 702/4 norm
(cylindrical mounting):
A) Mounting with short cone ISO-A 702/I.
Normally the chucks are provided with a preassembled direct
mounting flange.
B) Mounting on the cylindrical diameter ISO 702/4.
Normally the chucks have standard centering diameters and
mounting bolts so they can be mounted directly on the lathe
spindle.
Before proceeding with mounting of the chuck, it is always
necessary to carefully check that the machine spindle is
within the correct tolerances of roundness (A) and flatness (B)
shown in the following drawing and table.
Mounting with short cone ISO-A, the chuck can be adapted to
a larger or a smaller spindle nose than the standard
dimensions by mounting the chuck on an adapter flange.
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