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The ECOROLL Thread root deep rolling tool Type EF90-25.0,-28.0,-38.0 meets the
relevant health and safety standards. Make sure to read this operating instructions
carefully before operating the device. The manual contains important notes for the
operation and maintenance. Protect yourself and prevent damage from the tools.
ECOROLL AG Werzeugtechnik
Postfach 31 42
D-29231 Celle
Hans-Heinrich-Warnke-Straße 8
D-29227 Celle
Telefon: 05141/98 65-0
Telefax: 05141/88 14 40
Homepage: www.ecoroll.de
eMail: mail@ecoroll.de
CONTENTS
1 Application 3
1.1 Selection of Roller Diameters 3
1.1.1 Use according to designation 3
2 Safety Instructions 4
3 Construction (Figure 1) 5
4 Function (Figure 1) 6
5 Working with EF90-25.0,-28.0,-38.0 (Figure 1) 6
5.1 Deep rolling: inserting the tool into the thread 6
5.2 Deep rolling: without inserting the tool into the thread 8
6 Maintenance 8
6.1 Regular Check of the Roller 9
6.1.1 Roller 9
6.1.2 Roller bearing 9
6.2 Exchange and lubrication of roller (Figure 1) 9
7 Parameters 10
8 Spare Parts 11
9 Disposal 12
10 Attachments 12
1 Application
The ECOROLL thread root deep rolling tool EF90-25.0,-28.0,-38.0 is characterized by
several patent protected features. It is suitable for quick and economical deep rolling of
external threads according to ISO or Whitworth standard. The deep rolling concentrates
to the thread root and increases the fatigue strength. This is accomplished by a unique
combination of 3 physical effects:
Implementation of compressive stresses with deep penetration
Increase of material strength by cold working
Burnishing of the surface, thus elimination of micro notches
The tool is suitable for CNC-lathes and is built for a maximum rolling force of 20 kN
(4500 lbf). All metals with a tensile strength up to 1400 N/mm² (200 KSI) or a yield
strength of maximum 1200 N/mm² (170 KSI) are suitable for the deep rolling process.
The maximum stress is generated up at the thread root under load. Therefore, the deep
rolling process concentrates on the thread root radius. Further, it is recommended to
deep roll also thread undercuts and their fillets. ECOROLL offers the hydrostatic tool
range “ballpoint” for efficient deep rolling of undercuts and necks with radii > 4mm and a
comprehensive range of mechanical single roller tools for smaller radii.
may be dangerous. The manufacturer is not liable for any damage caused by handling
malpractice.
2 Safety Instructions
The ECOROLL Thread root deep rolling tool EF90-25.0,-28.0,-38.0 has been
constructed according to the state of the art and the recognised safety regulations.
However, the use of technical devices can always be dangerous. Therefore, read the
following safety instructions carefully for your own safety. The following instructions will
help you to avoid danger by correct use of the device.
Adhere to the regulations of the employer's liability
insurance association.
Never wear gloves when working with rotating tools or
!
work pieces. Danger of pull in.
Never touch the rotating workpiece near the tool, to avoid
the risk of jamming.
Make sure the work piece and the shaft of the tool are firmly set in the machine.
Obey all regulations concerning the work with machine tools with rotation
components.
Do not touch the tool or the work piece close to the tool. After long machining and
fast revolving, the tool and the area of the work piece around the tool can
become very hot.
Danger of burning. Do not touch!
Before starting the work, make sure none of the paths of the EF90-25.0,-28.0,-38.0
and the swivelling movements of the turret do not collide with the tooling
machine.
3 Construction (Figure 1)
The tool body is provided with a clearance free leaf spring arrangement with low friction.
Tool body (190), leaf springs (40) and spacer (50) are the main components. The dial
gauge (170) measures the spring deflection and so it indicates the rolling force
indirectly. An inductive sensor may be used alternatively for electronic display and
records.
Roller retainer (70) is fixed to the elastic part of the tool body. It is equipped with roller
retainer (130), dowel pin (80) and roller (200). Worm screw (210) pre-adjusts the
angular position of the roller head according to the thread lead.
Figure 1
4 Function (Figure 1)
The machine generates the rolling force by the infeed of the turret and transmits it to
tool body (190). The infeed is to be set so that the dial gage indicates the values listed
in Appendix I. Rolling forces and the according dial gage indications are listed in pages
1 to 6 of Appendix I for thread root radii from 0,25 to 1,75 mm (.01“to .0689“) and for
yield strength 600 N/mm² (85 KSI), 900 N/mm² (128 KSI), 1200 N/mm² (170 KSI). The
correlation of rolling force and dial indication is given in the spring characteristic drawing
195663 attached.
The rollers and the process accept a maximum circumferential speed of 20 m/min.
Velocity and accuracy of indeed, feed and retraction control will finally determine a
maximum applicable circumfirential speed. The roller is provided with a slide bearing
and is driven by the workpiece.
The thread cutting cycle of the machine is used for the deep rolling but only one pass is
required.
The roller can axially float by +/- 0,25 mm (+/- 0,1“). This is for compensation of small
positioning errors. Nevertheless a precise axial positioning of the tool prior to the deep
rolling process is necessary (maximum axial deviation +/- 0,1 mm (0,004“). The roller
retainer adjusts automatically to the lead angle of thread within given limits. The
standard roller retainers are made for right and left hand threads.
When the roller has entered the first full thread lead, apply the designated force
(measured by the dial gauge). The desired force level should be reached within a
half-revolution of the workpiece.
The deep rolling process begins.
During the process, check the dial gauge and make corrections when necessary.
Maximum variation should not exceed +/- 10 %.
When the process is complete, reduce the rolling force over about a half
revolution of the workpiece, then retract the tool.
Figure 2
5.2 Deep rolling: without inserting the tool into the thread
If the tool cannot be inserted into the thread root during the work process, then deep
rolling must take place as follows:
Use the cylinder head screws (250) to preload the leaf spring so that deep rolling
will require a further displacement of just 0.1 mm.
Example:
For a deep rolling force of 12,000 N, the dial gauge must read 1.49 mm.
Loosen the cylinder head screws (260, Figure 1).
Turn the cylinder head screws (250) uniformly to the right until the dial gauge
reads 1.39 mm.
Tighten the cylinder head screws again and apply the anti-twisting device.
A clean surface (free of debris and metallic particles) is necessary for deep
rolling. Check the entire thread and clear debris.
Center the roller in the thread in the starting position. (The roller should have
contact with the groove; do not engage the rolling force yet). Now infeed the roller
0.1 mm.
Switch on the coolant.
Switch on the optimal rotational speed and feed.
Start the deep rolling process.
During the process, check the dial gauge and make corrections when necessary.
Maximum variation should not exceed +/- 10 %.
When the process is complete, reduce the rolling force over about a half
revolution of the workpiece, then retract the tool.
6 Maintenance
The tool body of the deep rolling tool EF90-25.0,-28.0,-38.0 is very rigid, reliable and
maintenance free. The leaf springs are provided with life lubrication. Roller heads and
roller bearings are to be maintained as follows:
6.1.1 Roller
The roller surface must be free of metallic particles, surface damages (scratches or
pittings). Clean or replace the roller.
The roller must be easily turnable by hand and also the 0,5 mm (0,02 inch) floating
motion must be slightly. When the tool is regularly used, lubricate the slide bearing of
the roller once a week. Follow chapter 6.2.
Drive out dowel pin (80), handle the roller retainer with care to avoid any damages on its
O. D. Remove the roller and clean roller and pin.
Before assembling the new roller, lubricate its bore with a high pressure slide bearing
grease (for instance Long-term 2+ from Molykote or Gleitmo No. 805 from Gleitmo).
Clean roller retainer and according excavation in the roller head and lubricate with oil.
Insert shim (240) and roller retainer into the roller head. Care for proper positioning of
fixing hole for worm screw (210). Tighten worm screw (210) carefully until a slight
increase of torque is recognized. From this point, turn them about a half revolution in left
hand direction.
7 Parameters
Rolling forces according Appendix 1 (Page 1-6)
Example:
Given: yield strength Rp0, 2 = 900 N/mm² ⇒ use Appendix I page 2
Thread M60x4
Workpiece-ø = 60 ⇒ use diameter D=63 (column 4)
Thread root radius R=0,577 ⇒ use R=0,5 (line 2)
Roller-Ø ⇒ 25.0
1 2 3 4
63
1
2 0,5 7,7 rolling force (kN)
1,22 dial indication (mm)
In case of intermediate yield strength values, please find correct values for dial
indication by linear interpolation.
8 Spare Parts
EF90-25.0,-28.0
EF90-38.0
* Article No. depends on the roller radius and the flank angle. For spare part orders,
please take the article no. from the roller or order as follows:
roller EF90-__.__-R__.__
____ ____
roller radius (for example 00.25)
roller-Ø (for example 25.00)
9 Disposal
The transport package has been selected according to environmental issues and can
therefore be recycled.
The oil must be removed from the device before it can be disposed in the public waste
disposal system.
10 Attachments
Appendix 1, Page 1-6
Table 2
Drawing no. 131648
Drawing no. 132806
Drawing no. 195663
Table 2
ø D (mm)
16 25 40 63 100 160 250 400 630
R (mm)
Appendix 1
Page 1
ø D (mm)
16 25 40 63 100 160 250 400 630
R (mm)
Appendix 1
Page 2
ø D (mm)
16 25 40 63 100 160 250 400 630
R (mm)
Appendix 1
Page 3
Appendix 1
Page 4
12,0 16,1
1,75 ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
1,48 1,56
12,9 17,2
2,00 ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
1,50 1,57
13,7 18,3
2,25 ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
1,52 1,59
Appendix 1
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