Operator's Manual

For Landis
ea Treated Die Heads

TELEDYNE
LANDIS MACHINE
5(h aACl Ch rch StreelS • Waynesbo 0 Pe s a 7268

Printed in USA
 CONTENTS
Chapter 1-Grinding Tangential Chasers
Section 1-Non Leadscrew Grind 3
Section 2-Leadscrew Grind 4
Section 3-Taper Pipe Grind 5
Section 4-General Grinding Instructions 6
Section 5-Grinding Do's and Don'ts 9

Chapter 2-Setting Tangential Die Head Chasers

Section 1-Setting Chasers 12
Section 2-Verifying Die Head Chaser Cutting Position 12
Section 3-Variations From Gage Position 15

Chapter 3-0perating Instructions

Part 1-Removing The Shank 16
Part 2-Removing Chaser Holders 17
Part 3-Replacing Chaser Holders 17
Part 4-Replacing The Shank 18
Part 5-Sizing The Head 19
Part 6-Manually Opening Landmatic Heads 19

Chapter 4-Adjusting, Cleaning, Repairing

Part 1-Lubrication 20
Part 2---Gleaning The Head 20
Part 3-Adjusting Trunnion Play 21
Part 4-Removing and Replacing Pins and Bushings 22
Part 5-Eliminating Adjusting Worm End Play 23
Part 6-New Head Body Hobbing 24
Part 7-Reducing Closing Ring Clearance 24

Chapter 5-Left Hand Threading . 26

Chapter 6-Chaser Holder Assignments

Section 1-Standard Threading 27
Section 2-Special Threading 28
Section 3-Pipe Threading 30

Chapter 7-Short Length Fine Pitch Threading

With Landmatic Die Heads . 31

Charts 33, 34

Chapter 8-Common Application Problems-

Causes and Cures 35
 THE LEAD ANGLE

The lead angle of the chaser as indicated by Figure 1 is the angle made by the end of the chaser
and its stamped edge.
CHAPTER 1
This angle develops nut action and varies with the helix angle at which the chaser is used. type
GRINDING TANGENTIAL CHASERS of die head and with the use or non-use of leadscrew feed.

THE RAKE ANGLE

The rake angle establishes the cutting edge of the chaser and the chaser thread form is
THROAT ANGLE reproduced on the workpiece by its cutting action (see Figure 1). The degree of incline in the
rake angle will vary with the machineability of the material and the approximate angles for
various materials are given in Table I. However, the most suitable rake angle for a given
material must be finally determined by experiment, using the rake angles given in the chart as a
guide. As in Figure 1, all Landis Chasers are normally furnished with a 22° positive rake angle
RAKE ANGLE for mild steel (screw stock). If chasers are to be used initially for threading other material, it is
recommended that this information be stated when ordering. The chasers will then be ground
with the recommended rake angle for the specified material and can be placed into use
immediately upon reception.

The type of rake angle grind (lip rake or full rake-see Figures 1 and 5) depends upon the style
die head used, leadscrew or non-Ieadscrew feed and type of thread to be cut (tapered or
straight).

Unfortunately, it is impossible to state any general rule that can be applied for grinding all
Landis Tangential Chasers. However, the objective to remember is to produce a cutting edge
Figure 1
that will coincide with the rotational centerline of the workpiece at the point of chaser
tangency.

RAKE ANGLES FOR LANDIS TANGENTIAL CHASERS

The only two angles involved in grinding Landis Chasers are the lead angle and the rake angle. Material Rake Angle Material Rake Angle

A third angle. the throat angle. is extremely important in providing maximum chaser life and Iron & Steel Alloys Copper & Copper Alloy
determining thread finish quality. It is shown in Figure 1 along with the lead and rake angles, Cast Iron 15° positive Copper 28' positive
however. it does not require regrinding. Wrought Iron 180 positive Cast Brass 5" neg. 100
Malleable Iron 18" positive Cast Bronze 5 neg. to 0
Low Carbon Sleels Forged or Rolled Brass
free machining except free cutting 22c positive
(BI112. C1117, etc.) 22'- positive Free Cutting Brass
To regrind the lead and rake angles of a Low Carbon Steels (bars and forgings) 10= positive
chaser is not a difficult operation as each non free· machining Forged or Rolled Bronze 10· positive
. chaser can be reground in variant (Cl010, Cl018, etc.) 22" positive
amounts as required. Since there is no Alloy Steels (SAE 2000
to 6000 series etc.) Special Alloys
helix angle in Landis Chasers, it is not 160 200 Brinell 25 0 positive Manganese Bronze 0' 10 tOO pos,
necessary to remove the same amount of Alloy Steels (SAE 2000 Silicon Bronze
metal from each chaser when regrinding. to 6000 series etc.) (Everdur) 0
22 positive
200'300 Brinell 18 to 22 0 pos, Aluminum Bronze
0
Slain less Steel 25 posllive (Ampeo Melal) 18' 10 22" pos.
Naval Bronze 0 0 to 100 pos,
Aluminum & Aluminum
Figure 2 illustrates how a chaser that was
Alloys
damaged from striking the shoulder of the Aluminum shapes, bars Plastics & Fiber 0° ~ 35° negative
workpiece has been reground and re- and Castings 10° positive Bakelite 00 - tOO positive

turned to service though much shorter Alloy Castings 10° positive Lucite 0° . 15° negative
Alloy bars and shapes 25 0 positive
than the other chasers.
Figure 2
2
Discussed in detail in the following sections are the three general classifications of chaser
grinds.
SECTION 1
GRINDS FOR STRAIGHT THREADING
PART 1-L1P RAKE FOR STANDARD DIAMETER/PITCH COMBINATIONS
With the exception of chasers applied to R Lanco heads used with leadscrew feed, chasers
used with both pull-off and yoke-operated die heads are generally ground as shown by Figure
3. This grind is commonly called a "lip-rake."
THE RAKE ANGLE
MUST INCLUDE
THE FIRST FULL
TOOTH
RAKE THROAT
LEAD ANGLE-- ~-M=-7
, A
THIS ANGLE-J ...-
GENERATES NUT ACTION
Figure 3
The grind geometry of the lip-rake results in the rear threads of the chaser CA' in Figure 3)
extending over the center of rotation, or workpiece centerline, when the chasers are placed in
their holders. Thus, the rear threads. indicated by the light section of the chasers in Figure 1.
form a self-leading or nut-action with the threads produced by the cutting section of the
chasers.
This engagement serves several purposes. With F and A Landmatic and Type J Landex
pull-off type heads it facilitates proper functioning of the head's self-opening or pull-off action.
With IN Landex yoke-operated heads, which are generally applied to multi-spindle units, it
serves to stabilize lead and should always be used. When an R Lanco is being used with hand
feed it improves lead-on action and serves to maintain proper lead.
The lip-rake grind is generally not used with Lanco heads that are being controlled by
leadscrew on Landmaco and similar threading machines. These chasers are ground as
explained in Section 2.
The lip-rake is ground so the angle extends only from the front or stamped surface of the chaser
to include the first or second full thread as shown by Figure 1.
For U.N.C. (N.C .. Whitworth and Metric coarse) standard diameter and pitch combinations, the
lead angle should be ground to 90 . For U.N.F. (NF. B.S.F. and Metric fine) standard diameter
and pitch combinations the lead angle is 90' forchasersof 11 pitch and coarser: 92 for chasers
of 12 pitch and finer.
Grinding the chasers to the mentioned angles and installing them in the chaser holders. which
have a helix angle, will result in the rear threads of the chasers extending over-center the
desired amount.
PART 2-GRIND FOR SPECIAL DIAMETER/PITCH COMBINATIONS
Chasers used for cutting straight threads with a standard thread form on non-standard
diameters (for example, 1W' -8 pitch -U.N. Thread Form) without leadscrew are also ground
as illustrated in Figure 3 and described in the preceding section.
However, when the lead angle is not given. it must be established by subtracting the helix angle
of the chaser holder from 90 and then adding 3'. For example-if the helix angle of the chaser
holder is 6 then the lead angle is 90'-6 ,3 which equals 87 .
SECTION 2
LEADSCREW GRIND FOR STRAIGHT THREADING WITH R LA NCO DIE HEADS
Chasers used with type R Lanco yoke-operated heads are normally ground as shown by
Figure 4 when used with leadscrew feed to cut straight threads.
The lead angle is determined by subtracting the helix angle of the holder in which the chaser is
to be used from 90'. For example-if the helix angle of the chaser holder is 3 . then the lead
angle is 90° _3" and equals 87'.
THE RAKE ANGLE.
MUST EXTEND ACROSS
THE ENTIRE WIDTH
Of THE CHASER
/
LEAD ANGLE
Figure 4
For convenience refer to chart A on page 33 for correct lead angles for U.N., Whitworth and
Metric threads.
These lead angles enable the cutting edge of the chasers to fall on the centerline of the
workpiece. No self-leading action is developed and the chasers therefore do not attempt to
over-ride the feed or lead control established by the leadscrew. The rake angle extends from
the stamped surface of the chaser across its entire width as shown in Figure 5. (The degree of
rake should suit the material as previously explained on page 2. This full rake is used in
conjunction with the lead angle.)
 The rake angle
must extend aCross
lhe entire widlh 01
the chaser.
Rake Angle '\
Throal ')

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lead Angle'

Figure 7

Figure 5
The leadscrew grind as described for use with yoke-operated heads should not be used with
die heads of the pull-off or self-opening type (Landex J and Landmatic A and F). These heads,
even when used with leadscrew feed, use chasers having the non-leadscrew lip rake grind as
described by Section I, page 3. The extension over-center of chasers with lip rake grind is
necessary to allow the pull-off opening action of the heads to function properly.
It is also to be noted that standard chasers which produce straight threads are designed to cut
only with the section of the chaser which includes the throat and first full thread. See Figure 6.
The other full threads of the chasers have clearance and, if extended over center, function only
to facilitate die head pull-off action.
The rake angle extends from the stamped surface of the chaser across its entire width as
shown in Figure 5; for chasers that produce tapered threads. The entire cutting edge of the
chaser must be included in the rake as indicated by Figure 7. Pipe chasers are normally ground
with a 22° rake angle for threading standard steel pipe. However, the degree of rake angle
required will always vary with the machineability of the material. See the table on page 2.
SECTION 4
GENERAL GRINDING INSTRUCTIONS
Landis chasers may be ground either on a wet wheel or a dry wheel grinder. A dry wheel grinder
is normally used to grind all chasers used in Landis heat treated die heads.

CHASER
When using a dry wheel grinder it is important that the chasers are not excessively heated, nor
should the chasers, during the grinding operation. be dipped in water for cooling purposes.
This practice tends to develop minute cracks in the steel which mav cause the chasers to chio
at the cutting edge.

When grinding a "lip rake" angle the crest of the thread form and the first full thread
\ must be entirely included and the corner should be ground with a radius as shown by
\ chaser A, Figure 8. This is required in order to produce the correct thread depth and
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Figure 6

SECTION 3

GRIND FOR TAPER PIPE THREADING

Chasers used for cutting tapered pipe threads are ground as shown in Figure 7.

The lead angle is determined by subtracting the helix angle of the chaser holder from 90°. Lead
angles for American National or Whitworth Pipe Threads are given in Chart C on page 33.
Figure 8
form since all the cutting action takes place in the lipped section (See Figure 3). The
Note: In certain cases when chasers have unusually long throats, such as Acme, the
radius prevents a chip pocket from forming and will curl and break off the chip more
rake angle cannot be ground as described because of the extreme compound angle
readily. If the chaser is ground similar to chaser B, Figure 8 where the crest of the
formed by the rake and throat angle. These chasers must be ground free hand in
thread form is not "trued out" and the corner is sharp it will not cut properly. There
order to bring their entire cutting edge to coincide with the centerline of the work-
will be a tendency for chips to weld to the chaser at point E causing rough threads
piece.
and chaser chipping.
Figure 10 Figure 11

The grinding of Landis Chasers can be accomplished best through the use of a Landis Chaser
Grinder or a #15 or #20 Chaser Grinding Attachment.

Lead angles can be quickly and accu-

rately ground through the use of a
Landis Chaser Grinder as shown in Fig-
ure 9. The chaser is clamped on the
grinding pedestal which can be rotated
to any lead angle. In the illustration it is
set at zero and will produce a 90° lead
angle. The grinding pedestal is then os-
cillated by a hand lever, as it is fed into
the wheel by the infeed handle, until the
cutting edge of the chaser comes in con-
tact with the wheel and its lead angle is When regrinding chasers with the #15 or #20 Grinding Attachment. the fixture is inclined to the
renewed. Figure 10 shows a 90° lead required rake angle. If the rake angle is to be ground across the entire chaser. as in Figure 4.
angle being ground through the use of a the fixture is then rotated until it corresponds to the correct lead angle of the chaser. If the
#15 Chaser Grinding Attachment chaser is to receive a lip rake grind as in Figure 1, the fixture must be rotated an amount
mounted on a small surface grinder. determined by experiment until the lipped section produced will be in line with the axis of the
workpiece it will thread when the chaser is placed into position on the die head. This angle
cannot be given as it varies with every pitch and/or throat length due to the compound angle
formed by the rake and throat angles. Both the horizontal and vertical setting for grinding a lip
rake are illustrated in Figure 13.
Figure 9

To produce a lip rake when regrinding chasers with Landis Chaser Grinders the tool rest is
inclined to a 22 degree or other required rake angle. The chaser is placed, threads up, on the
tool rest at the angle to the wheel and ground free hand as shown in Figure 11. Grinding the
chaser at an angle is required to obtain a correctly ground lip rake, as shown by Chaser A in
Figure 8, because of the compound angle formed by the rake and throat angles. It is impossible
to list the correct angle at which each chaser is presented to the wheel as it varies with the pitch,
degree of rake angle and degree of throat angle. However, these angles can be easily
determined by sight if the objective of producing a cutting edge that will coincide with the
rotational centerline of the workpiece is always kept in mind.

When grinding the rake angle across the entire chaser as in Figure 4, the chaser is
clamped in the swivel head of the chaser grinder. The swivel head is then inclined to
the required rake angle and rotated to the correct lead angle as illustrated in Figure
12. The lead angle is normally ground before the rake angle, however, when grinding
a full rake across the entire chaser, both angles can be produced by one operation as
described. Figure 12 Figure 13
SECTION 5 the opposite flank with a recommended softer wheel. The flank ground with the rec-
TANGENTIAL CHASER GRINDING DO'S AND DONTS ommended wheel does not appreciably differ from the microstructure of the interior.
However, the flank ground with the hard wheels shows a white case which differs
Excessive heat generated by an improper grinding technique can cause physical damage to from the interior. Micro-hardness in the white area varied from 61.1 to 63.8 in propor-
the chasers resulting in tool breakage and sub-standard output. tion to the depth to which the sample was tested.
"Chasers received and used with a factory end-grind perform better than they do
after they are resharpened in our plant." That is a statement that is often made by Coolant will enhance a grinding operation but will not correct or offset an improper grinding
users who are experiencing poor chaser life and tool chippage. Anyone finding him- technique. Correctly applied at the point where the wheel and chaser make contact, coolant
self in that position should immediately take a closer look at their end-grinding pro- can limit the depth of surface tempering if excessive heat is developed.
cedures. When chasers perform better with a factory end-grind than they do after Figure 16 Figure 17
subsequent resharpening by the user, it does not indicate that the factory has a better
or different end-grinding technique. It usually does mean that the user is not perform-
ing the end-grinding operation as well as it should be.
Often, the true extent of cracks or flaws caused by excessive heat only becomes
apparent after close examination. Figures 14, 15 and 16 show chasers that have been
badly abused during the grinding operation. In Figure 14, in which the chasers have
been magnified 3 times for clarity, the chasers are shown as they would appear to the
naked eye. Note that one tooth has chipped off each chaser during operation. Also
note the barely discernible crack located in the middle section of the upper tool. The
true extent of the damage done to the two chasers in Figure 14 becomes apparent in
Figure 15. The only difference between the chasers in the two illustrations is that in
Figure 15 they have been magnafluxed to show the true damage. The crack
mentioned previously really becomes obvious not to mention the other damage and
the grinding burn discoloration. Obviously, chasers damaged to that extent can not
possibly give satisfactory performance. Beware of chasers that are discolored for dis-
coloration indicates that excessive heat has been generated. Figure 16 shows the
back of the lower chaser in Figures 14 and 15. Notice the discoloration near the top
of the photo, which is the end-grind.

HELPFUL HINTS-GRINDING DO'S AND DONTS

Figure 14 Figure 15
Damage results from either one or a combination of the following four practices:
(1) Attempting to remove too much metal in one pass; (2) cooling the chasers with water
quenching; (3) using the wrong grinding wheel and (4) grinding with an improperly dressed
wheel. An improperly dressed wheel tends to load up.
Excluding water quenching, the other conditions result in a burnishing rather than a grinding
operation taking place. Burnishing generates an abnormal amount of heat. This is further
compounded by the fact that as the chaser is presented and then withdrawn from the wheel in
the normal course of grinding the surface layer of the tool alternately heats and cools. This
results in rapid expansion and contraction of the chaser which causes surface stresses which
frequently progress into cracks.
Excessive heat adversely affects tools in other ways. It can temper the tool resulting
in lowering its hardness below its original heat treatment. Figure 17 illustrates a 64.5
to 65 Rockwell C sample ground on the left flank with a hard, glazed wheel and on
1. Don't water quench to cool. The extremely rapid drop in temperature rapidly contracts the
steel causing cracks.
2. Do not remove too much metal in one pass. This is not to say that the chasers should
necessarily be "lightly" reground until a sharp cutting edge is restored. The metal removal will
vary with the wheel, the operator and the chaser. Experience is the best teacher.
3. Beware of chaser burns which show up as discoloration. If no discoloration is observed it can
be assumed that the metal removal rate is satisfactory. Watch the thread crest for discolora-
tion. Being of small cross section they will discolor before the chaser proper.
4. Keep the wheel dressed to prevent load-up and to maintain a clean, abrasive cutting action.
5. Do not subscribe to the reasoning that a hard wheel deteriorates less quickly than a soft
wheel and is therefore a better buy. A soft wheel while it may deteriorate somewhat faster will
produce better results with less tool damage and will be less expensive in overall cost.
6. Grind M-3 (special high speed steel chasers) chasers more carefully than standard
chasers. M-3 chasers contain a higher degree of Vanadium and Carbon and are dif-
ficult to grind.
7. When improper grinding results in cracks any attempt to grind away the damaged portion
should be done very carefully. If care is not used the pressures of grinding will cause the cracks
to extend deeper into the tool.
Note: For additional information on chaser grinding and die head problems, ask for
bulletin RDCM - Die Head/Tan~ential Chaser Management.
CHAPTER 2 SECTION 1

SETIING THE CHASERS

SETTING TANGENTIAL DIE HEAD CHASERS
PART 1-USING HOOK TYPE GAGES
The object of using a gage, of course, is to place the cutting edge of all the chasers in the set to
the same position relative to each other and the workpiece to assure uniform results and
All models of Landmatic, Landex
maximum tool wear.
and Lanco Heat Treated style die
heads, except the W' DE Land-
Setting the chasers by gage places their cutting edge on the rotational centerline of the matic, use a hook type setting
workpiece at the point of chaser tangency. With certain materials the best results are obtained gage. As shown by Figure 2 both
by placing the cutting edge slightly ahead or back of center. In these instances, the hook or bar the chaser holders and the gage
gage serves to locate all of the chasers of the set at a given starting point. are stamped with diametrical
reference lines. Aligning the ap-
A more detailed explanation of "Variations From the Gage Position" is given by Section 3, this propriate reference lines on the
chapter. gage and the holder establishes
the correct position for setting
CLAMPING FORCE HAS NO SUPPORT WHEN CHASER IS NOT PROPERLY the chasers. As explained earlier
SEATED. THIS CAUSES DOVE TAIL PART OF CHASER TO CHIP OUT AT
POINT A. slight deviations forward or
backward from the gage position
CORRECT
may be made to obtain best re-
sults. Figure 2

To gage the chasers first lightly clamp the chasers in their respective holders slightly back of
the gage hook, For right-hand threading the chasers should be installed numerically clockwise,
for left-hand threading counter-clockwise, (For additional inf0rmation on left-hand threading
See Chapter 5.) Holding the gage hook in contact with the chaser, move the chaser with the
abutting screw until the appropriate line on the gage coincides with the desired line on the
chaser holder. Then, tighten the clamp screws to secure the tool.

PART 2-USING BAR TYPE GAGES

2 3 4
The W' DE Landmatic uses a bar type setting gage,

Figure 1
Obtaining satisfactory results with any kind of gage first requires that the chasers be seated
firmly and properly in their chaser holders as shown by Figure 1. Any condition that interferes
with proper seating must be corrected. Therefore, the chasers, chaser holders and the chaser
clamps must be free of dirt, cuttings, nicks or bruises.
Bar gages incorporate offsets at one or both ends, each of which are suitable for certain
diameters, The gage is placed against the finished surface of the chaser holder at a right angle
to the chaser cutting edge. The offset stamped with the appropriate diameter must be placed
adjacent to the chaser holders. After lightly clamping the chasers, turn the abutting screw
moving the chaser forward to contact the gage, When gaging, the gage should be positioned
so it contacts the first full tooth immediately back of the throat of the chaser.

The presence of dirt or cuttings in the dovetail oUhe chaser or in the seat of the holder (2),
under the clamp (3), nicked or bruised holders or clamps (4) can cause chipping of the chaser
dovetail leading to improper seating and tool misalignment. Misalignment prevents the chas-
ers from taking an equal distribution of cut and usually results in side-shaved, wide bottom
threads. This condition is also undesirable in that unequal distribution of cut results in sub-
standard chaser life and/or tool breakage.
To prevent improper seating, the operator or tool setter should make it a point to periodically
check the chasers, chaser holders and clamps, particularly when chasers are removed for
replacement or resharpening.
To remove the chasers simply loosen the chaser clamp screws sufficiently to allow the chasers
to be removed from the holder.
SECTION 2
VERIFYING DIE HEAD CHASER CUTIING POSITION
The initial step in setting Landis tangential die head chasers to the correct cutting
position requires placing the cutting edge of each individual chaser of the set on the
workpiece centerline.
With its tangential positioning to the work, the Landis chaser is comparable to a lathe
tool, and generally works best when set at a position that approximates the cen-
terline, Since machining conditions are not identical for all materials, minor devia-
tions from the centerline position can be made to obtain best results and to elimi-
nate co ,ditions s ch as rough and chattered threads, Sucr: deviations are made by
repositioning all the chasers of the set in an equal amount with the abutting screw,
All Landis die heads are furnished with a
gage to set the chasers on the workpiece
centerline. However, if the gage is sus-
pected of being inaccurate (such as a
bent hook on a hook type gage) or has
been lost, there is another accurate THROAT START AT ROOT THROAT STARTING BELOW THE ROOT
method of verifying the centerline cut-
ting position. It involves using a scale as I i4
N

WIDE CHASERS Figure 5

shown in Figure 3. This type of scale is
not commercially available but can be
easily made by altering an ordinary 6" "Short throat" chasers are used where the material size is close to the thread 0.0.
~.

machinist scale. size, and when the material is free of scale, etc. By extending below the root of the
thread, the throat of the "long throat" chaser serves to turn-off a nominal amount of
The first step in checking the cutting po- excess material as well as to remove scale such as found on hot rolled material.
sition is to adjust the head to the approx-
imate size of the thread to be cut. With After the head has been sized, the chasers can be individually set to the centerline
Heat Treated style heads use the position. Place the rule against the cutting edge of the no. 1 chaser, for example, as
stamped size graduations provided for shown in Figure 6. Then, adjust abutting screw "B" until the rule measures V2 of the
that purpose. Since Hardened and diameter which was set in Figure 4. (In this instance 3/8".) This measurement should be
Ground Heads do not have size gradua- taken from the cutting edge to the thread root of the other chaser. If long throat
tions, adjust to an acceptable sample or chasers are involved, add '/32" (half the '/'6" which was added when sizing the head)
measure across the die head opening Figure 3 to the measurement.
with a scale.

The next step is to more accurately set the size according to the instructions that "B" "8"
follow. As shown in Figure 4, measure from point "A" on two opposed parallel chas-
ers. For example, no. 2 to no. 4 or no. 1 to no. 3. If a 314" thread 0.0. is to be produced,
the head should be adjusted until the reading from point "A" to point "A" is 314". Note
that this measurement is made from the root of the thread of the one chaser to the
root of the other chaser, since it is the root of the chaser thread form that cuts the
thread 0.0. The measurement can be done with an altered scale, as shown by the left
half of Figure 4, or by measuring across the chasers with a regular scale, as shown on
the right. The latter method will have to be used if the diameter to be cut is too small;
i.e., the opening will not permit the use of an altered scale. If long-throat chasers are
being used, it will be necessary to add '/'6" to the measurement or the die head will be
undersized.
Figure 6
"8" "B"

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1] '/1 1]
After the chasers have been set,
they can be checked by position-
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-' ing a scale, as shown in Figure 7.

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I "
Line-up the cutting edges of two , l e' \
chasers as shown. If they are set I I
Figure 4 correctly, the scale edge will
intersect the exact center of the
By way of explanation, a standard 20° "short throat" on a Landis tangential chaser is piece and will be parallel to the
one that starts at the root of the thread form on the chaser. A standard 20° "long third chaser at the two points
throat" chaser starts some amount below the root. (See Figure 5.) How much the "C." Perform the same check on
throat starts below the root will depend upon the chaser size. For example, on a 13164" the other two chasers. This is an
wide chaser, the throat would start .0468" below; on a ,s/,6"-wide chaser, the throat approximate check and will not
would start .0312" below. Chasers with 30° and 45° throat angles can also be fur- show slight deviations in terms
nished with throats starting" at" or "below" the root. of thousandths. Figure 7
As stated previously, setting the chasers exactly on center is not always the optimum CHAPTER 3
cutting position. They might have to be moved forward or backward for best results.
As a general rule, many users will initially set the chasers slightly back of center, then
adjust forward until a round thread is produced. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Also, as stated previously, the chasers must be moved by equal amounts. There is no
PART l-REMOVING THE SHANK
"best way" to move all the chasers of the set in equal, exact amounts. Probably the
most widely used method of repositioning the chaser equally is to move the chaser
abutting screw of each holder with a hex adjusting wrench, "one flat or a partial flat" The following instructions apply to Landmatic and Landex Heat Treated die heads.
at a time. Se sure to securely tighten the chaser clamp screws after each adjustment.
To remove the shank of a Type A (rigid shank) Landmatic head back out the stop screws at the
To check chaser positioning, stop the die head under cut in the closed position and shank end of the head and withdraw the shank together with the locking pins from the head.
rotate the piece away from the chasers until the cutting edge clears the chip. Open
the die head and remove the piece. Observe the chip load of each chaser and, if Removing the shank of Type F (flexible shank) Landmatic heads is accomplished by first
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cutting light or heavy, reposition it. removing from the back of the head the four retaining plate screws from the larger 1Y4" and 2"
F's, or, the two stop screws from the smaller 5/a" and ?la" models and removing the operating
As shown by the illustration, the accuracy of a hook gage can be checked by using a ring, the rearward ring, from the head. Then, drive retaining pins "S" into the bore of the head
scale. If the hook section is not square with the rule end, rebend as required. See with an appropriately sized pin and remove the shank. See Figure 1.
Figure 8.

1
,'.1 I,d"

Figure 8

SECTION 3

VARIATIONS FROM THE GAGE POSITION

Figure 1

The material being threaded. the rigidity and the manner in which the work is gripped, the Removing the shank of a Type J Landex head is accomplished by opening the head, taking the
alignment between the head and the work, etc., can influence the final cutting position of the operating ring off the shank end and driving retaining pins "S" into the bore. See Figure 2,
chasers. The shank can then be removed.

It may therefore be necessary after making trial cuts to move the chasers slightly forward or The shank is removed from 1W' and 2" IN Landex heads with the operating ring assembled.
back of center to obtain the best cutting results. If the chasers must be repositioned, equal To remove the shank, remove the connecting pin retaining screws. As shown by Figure 4,
movement for all of them can best be accomplished by moving the chaser abutting screw of holes are provided in the operating ring for access to the pins.
each holder one flat or one partial flat of the chaser adjusting (hex) wrench at a time.

However, if the chasers.are too far forward in the chaser holders, they will tear the top of the
thread. become over-heated and show excessive wear. When set too far back of center they
will dig in and produce a chattered. or "out-of-round" thread.

Chaser ahead of center NATURAL CLEARANCE

NO clearance

Chaser BACK of center

EXCESSIVE clearance
Removal of the shank from the 112" and 13/16" IN Landex is somewhat different. First, remove
the two stop screws from the rear of the head and remove the operating ring. This will expose
retaining pin holes in the instance of the W' head, retaining screw holes on the 13/16" head.
With the W' head, drive the pins into the bore of the head and remove the shank. For the 13/16"
head back-out the retaining screws and remove the shank.
PART 2-REMOVING THE CHASER HOLDERS
to take the guesswork out of alignment. It involves the use of a 6" scale. Position the
scale on the die head with one end in contact with the sliding block pin and the other
in contact with the OD of the trunnion nose. As you maintain contact with the pin and
the trunnion nose, rotate the trunnion until the pin contacts the scale edge.
After positioning the trunnion pin, the chaser holder is ready to install.

If the Landmatic. Landex or Lanco Heat Treated die head which is involved employs chaser
holders and trunnions which are of integral, one-piece construction, first remove the head from
the machine. Then, remove the shank as previously described under Part I. Next, unscrew the
trunnion adjusting nuts and locking screws at the rear of the head and withdraw the chaser
holders from the front. The trunnion locking and adjusting nuts on Lanco heads can be reached
from the rear of the head without any disassembly required. See Figure 2, page 21. Right-hand chaser holder
installation.
When the Heat Treated head involved incorporates separate holders and trunnions the chaser
holders are s8cured to the trunnion with a clamp screw. To remove the holders simply remove
the clamp screws. See Figure 3.

PART 3-REPLACING THE CHASER HOLDERS

Before replacement, chaser holders should be cleaned and thoroughly inspected for nicks and
bruises which could interfere with their installation or operation or with correct seating of the Figure 4
chasers. Remove any nicks or bruises by careful honing.

To replace the chaser holders of any Landmatic, Landex or Lanco head having integral,
one-piece holders and trunnions, open the head and insert the trunnions in the trunnion holes
Trunnion nose
of the headbody. The chaser holder/trunnion assemblies need not be replaced in a certain Sliding block pin
numerical order, they are interchangeable. If the chaser holders strike each other and it is \
impossible to replace them, it will be necessary to adjust the head to a larger size to gain
installation clearance.
Left-hand chaser holder
installation.
Seating chaser holders on Land-
matic, Landex, and Lanco Heat
Treated style die heads, where
chaser holders fit over trunnions, Trunnion pin
Figure 3
can be a nuisance job.

To correctly seat the chaser hold- Figure 5

er, the die head trunnion pin must
seat in the trunnion pinhole of the There must be sufficient "float" or clearance between the face of the die head and the adjacent
chaser holder. This involves rota- back-face of the holders to assure operation of the die head and proper tracking of the holders
tion of the trunnion to the precise hence the chasers. Correct float or clearance is obtained through adjustment of the trunnion
pin-pinhole alignment position. adjustment nuts. Setting the trunnion play is a must when reinstalling integral, one-piece
chaser holder/trunnion assemblies. Checking the trunnion play of separate holders after
Many accomplish this by rotating replacement is recommended. For instructions on setting trunnion play referto Part 3, page 21.
the trunnion back and forth until
alignment is realized and the
holder drops into place. PART 4-REPLACING THE SHANK

There is, however, a simple "trick To replace the shank of a Type A (rigid shank) Landmatic head place the shank against the
of the trade" that will work with Pinhole in chaser holder must seat on head unit so that the graduations will be adjacent to the adjusting worm and replace the stop
most of the trunnion type heads trunnion pin. screws.
To replace the shank of Type F Landmatic, a Type J or W' Type IN Landex, place the shank CHAPTER 4
against the head unit so that the graduations will be adjacent to the adjusting worm. Drive the
connecting pins B into their respective holes in the shank until they engage with the connecting
pins. The shanks of 13/16", 1V4" and 2" IN Landex heads are replaced in the same manner ADJUSTING, CLEANING AND REPAIRING
except that retaining screws, not pins, are used.
As with any mechanical device, die heads must be periodically adjusted and cleaned to
PART 5-SIZING THE HEAD maintain their efficiency and service life.
Excluding the W' 4DE Landmatic,
an adjusting worm having a mi- PART 1-LUBRICATION
crometer type dial is used to size
Landmatic, Landex and Lanco Heat The smaller size Heat Treated heads are lubricated by removing the set screw from the oil hole.
Treated die heads. The worm is ad- Larger heads have a spring loaded ball oiler and are lubricated by depressing the ball with the
justed through the use of a wrench snout of the oil can. See Figure 1.
as shown by Figure 4. Most Heat
Treated heads are stamped with
size reference lines on the 0.0. of
the adjusting ring. These are ap-
proximate markings and are used to
set the head for the initial cut. Then,
final sizing is obtained using the
reference marks on the micrometer
dial of the worm as a guide. The W'
4DE Landmatic uses two opposed
screws acting against an internal
size pin to obtain size. The two
screws are alternately loosened and
tightened in the proper direction
until correct size is obtained. Figure 6

PART 6-MANUALLY OPENING THE LANDMATIC HEAD Oil here

Figure 1

These instructions apply to the Type F Heat Treated Landmatic head only.

When it becomes necessary to check the Type F Landmatic head for proper operation
The larger 4" and 6" Lanco heads are lubricated through the trunnions, each of which
such as after reassembly or set-up, the head can be manually opened or closed on
incorporates a flush mounted Alemite fitting. The fittings are serviced with a standard grease
the bench or on the machine. Insert a pin in the hole located in the bottom of the
gun fitted with Z-737 or Alemite #1452 nozzles and using machine oil as the oiling agent.
closing ring. By pulling the closing ring forward with the pin and the closing handle
Grease is not recommended due to the close manufacturing tolerances held on the operating
the locking pins will disengage allowing the opening spring to rotate the closing ring
parts.
which radially swings the chaser holders to the open position. See Figure 7. If the
head fails to open, check that it is not already in the open position. If open, manually
close the head and repeat the opening procedure. PART 2-CLEANING THE HEAD

Heads should be disassembled at regular intervals to remove the fine particles of chips which
are washed into the head by the lubri-coolant.

J The chaser holder seating surtaces, the clamps and the chasers should be carefully inspected.
Chips, dirt or nicked surtaces can result in improper seating of the chasers. Mistracking and
misalignment of the chasers will occur with the result being side shaved or inaccurate threads
and more than normal wear on the chasers.

The back face of the chaser holders should also be inspected for nicks or bruises. Nicks,
bruises or dirt between the face of the head and the back face of the holders can take up the
trunnion play (see Part 3) which also can result in improperly tracking chasers. Remove any
irregularities with a fine file or scraper.
Figure 7
 PART 3-ADJU STING TRUNNION PLAY
PART 4-REMO VING AND REPLACING PINS AND BUSHIN
GS
Heat Treated die chaser holders must not fit tight against the front
face of the head and must Opening, closing and the locking actions of Heat Treated die heads
have a certain amount of clearance or end-play which is known are controlled by closing,
as trunnion play. Each chaser driving or locking pins and mating bushings.
is stepped '14 or 1/6 pitch from the preceding chaser dependin g
upon whether it is a four or six
chaser head. Trunnion play prevents the holders from binding
on the head and allows them to
float and hence the chasers to seek proper tracking. Trunnion The tendency for a head to open under cut or to lose size can
play amounts vary dependin g be the result of worn pins and
upon the size of the head-th e larger the head the greater the bushings. When wear occurs after a long period of service, the
amount of play recommended. pin and bushing sets can be
The chart below gives the recomme nded amounts. removed and replaced to gain new bearing surfaces.

The trunnion adjusting nuts and lock screws of Lanco heads Excluding the larger 3" and 4" Landmatics having a roughing and
are readily accessible through finishing attachment, the pin
holes in the back of the auxiliary head body. To expose the adjusting and bushing sets can be rotated 180°. The pins of heads having
nuts of Landmatic and the roughing and finish cut
Landex heads requires that the shank assembly first be removed attachment cannot be rotated and must be replaced when worn.
.

With the chaser holders clean and in position on the die head, loosen Pins can be removed by placing the ring in which they are installed
lock screw "A" and back on a press and using
off nut "B" from each trunnion. See Figure 2. another hardened pin to apply pressure from the rear.

Bushings are easily removed through hydraulic action. Lay the

closing ring on a flat surface
and partially fill the bushing hole with heavy oil.

Next, insert a pin plug having a neat fit into the hole and hit the
plug hard with a hammer. See
Figure 3. The resulting hydraulic action will force the oil under
the bushing lifting it free of the
hole. Before hitting the plug, the eyes should be protected from
squirting oil by wrapping a rag
or piece of waste around the pin.
A
B

OLD PIN
PIN BUSHING GRIND END FLAT
Figure 2
Insert a thickness gage which is .003" or .08 m/m in excess of the
recomme nded trunnion play
between the holder and face of the die head (closing ring) at point
"C". Tighten adjusting nut
"B" without forcing the nut. Then, place a feeleroft he proper dimensio
n in position and draw up
the nut and screw as a unit until the gage fits neatly. Trunnion play
will then be correct. Repeat
for each holder. Note: Some smaller heads use a self locking nut
which is simply tightened until
the gage fits neatly.

RECOMMENDED TRUNNION PLAY OR CLEARANCE

Figure 3
LA NCO Rand T LANDMAT IC LANDEX
(RX and RXX') A, F, C, DE (AX') J and IN
002" to .004" .0015" to .003" Due to the close manufacturing tolerance pins and bushing
9 IS" V2" .002" to .004"
.0510.10m m .04 to .0Smm
V2" must be properly aligned and
.05 la .1Omm installed square in their holes to assure correct head operation
.002" to .004" .002" 10 .004" .
3/4 "
Sls" 131S" .002" 10 .004"
.05 to .10mm .05 to .10mm .05 to .10mm
.003" to .005" .002" 10 .004"
I" 7/8 '
1 114" .002" to .004" Excluding the locking pins of Landmatic heads, the pins of
.OS to .13mm .05 la .10mm .0510.10m m all other Heat Treated heads
.003" to .005" "shoulde r" or "bottom" in their holes. Driving pins of the Landmat
1 1 ,: 1 11.... .002" to .004" .003" to .005" ic heads fit into open holes
.OS to .13mm .05 to .10mm 2" and consequently must be located so that the exposed lengths
.OS to .13mm of the two pins are equal. See
.003" to .005" .003" to .005"
1 Y2" 2" "B" dimension in Figure 3, page 32 and the chart on the same
.nR la "mm .OR to .'''mm page.
2"·2V2"
.003" la .005" .004" la .006"
3"
.OSto.13m m .10 la .15mm Insert the pin into the hole making certain the new bearing surface
.OOS" to .OOS" .006" to .OOS"
is properly located and press
4",S" 4" into the ring. When replacing shouldered pins having double diameter
.1510.20m m .1510.20m m s first insert the loose fit
diameter from the back of the ring. The difference in diameter
"These oversize range heads require .002" to .004" •.05 to s is very slight and the smaller
.1 Omm diameter will act as a guide for the press fit diameter.
Heat Treated heads use either a beveled or flat type bushing. The beveled type bushings, used
by Lanco and IN type. yoke-operated. Landex heads, must seat in their holes in the closing
ring.
The flat type bushing used by Landmatic and type J pull-off Landex heads must be located so
its outer edge is flush with the flat surface of the closing ring.
As previously mentioned. the bushings should be carefully aligned and pressed into place.
PART 5-ELlMINATING ADJUSTING WORM END PLAY
Landis Heat Treated die heads are adjusted for size through a worm engaging with hobbing on
the head body.
End-play between the worm and the hobbing can result in variations in adjustment or size.
The most obvious cause of end-play is that the adjusting worm nut is not drawn-up properly
permitting the worm to move. This can be corrected by holding one end of the worm with the
adjusting wrench and drawing nut "A" with a wrench. See Figure 4. Before drawing down the
nut make certain the square of the washer has properly seated over the square of the worm.
Figure 4
Do not tighten the nut to the point where it must be loosened and tightened at each adjustment.
It should be tightened sufficiently to eliminate end-play but to still allow the worm to be
self-locking.
Worn worms can also result in end-play. These, of course, should be replaced.
When a worm is worn chances are the mating section of hobbing on the head body is also. The
head body can be either rotated to present unworn hobbing or the body replaced as warranted
by the conditions. See Part 6.
PART 6-ENGAGING THE ADJUSTING WORM WITH NEW HOBElING ON THE HEAD
BODY.
Where the hobbing is worn to the point where it is difficult to maintain size, the need to replace
the body can be prolonged by repositioning the head body within the die head. The head, of
course, must be dismantled so the head body can be rotated until an unused section of the
head body can be engaged by the worm.
Depending upon the model of head involved, the head body can be rotated in movements of
90 0 or by 180 0 from its original factory installed position. The degree to which it can be rotated
will be immediately evident upon looking at the components when the head is torn down. When
the head body has been rotated to its full extent and the last segment has become worn it will be
necessary to replace it with a new body.
PART 7-REDUCING CLOSING RING CLEARANCE
The closing and adjusting rings of Heat Treated die heads are mounted one after the other on
the head body. Since the closing ring rotates to open and close the head a degree of clearance
must be maintained between them.
Clearance cannot be excessive, either from wear or placing excessive clearance in the head at
assembly, or the head can produce side-shaved threads.
Heads are checked for excessive clearance by inserting a feeler gage between the closing and
adjusting ring. If a .0015" feeler can be inserted between the two rings clearance is too great
and should be reduced. See Figure 5.
Figure 5
With Landmatic and Lanco heads the closing and adjusting rings are held on the head body by
the zero plate. On Landex heads, they are secured by a retaining plate.
Clearance can be reduced or increased by re- CHAPTER 5
ducing or increasing the amount of shim stock
under these respective rings.
LEFT-HAND THREADING

The same chasers of a given pitch can be used to produce either right or left-hand threads
To change the clearance, disassemble the simply by grinding a cutting angle on the proper end. Left-hand chasers are ground on the
head to the point where only the closing and opposite end from chasers used for right-hand threading.
adjusting rings remain on the head body. Lay a
straight edge across the head body and oppo-
site sides of the adjusting ring surface. Using a All heads must be equipped with left-hand chaser holders. Also, the chasers must be installed
feeler gage, check the amount of the gap be- in reverse numerical order when facing the front face of the head. See Figure 1.
tween the straight edge and the head body.
See Figure 6.
Figure 6

As a starting point, place shim in the same

amount as the gap onto the head body and
then install the zero or retaining plate and se-
cure with the clamp screws. See Figure 7. It will
be necessary at this point to install the auxiliary
head body of Lanco heads.

SPRING POSITION FOR

LEFT HANO WORK -------=----_--1
Check the clearance. If .0015" will not enter
and the closing ring can be rotated by hand, the
clearance is satisfactory. If the gage will not
Figure 1
enter and the ring cannot be moved, reshim
until movement is obtained.
Figure 7
To cut left-hand, except with 5 DE Landmatics. requires reversing the action of the head
opening spring. 5 DE Landmatics require a separate head to produce left-hand threads.

How much the head will have to be shimmed will depend upon the original amount of Action is reversed by unscrewing spring screw "8", spring hole screw "C" and changing the
manufacturing tolerance and to what degree the head has worn since first placed in service. spring location from one side of the head to the other. Figure 1 shows the spring location for
both situations.

Shim stock is available in thicknesses of .002", .003" and .005". So virtually any combination
can be combined to obtain the required clearance.
The heads must be adjusted for the required diameter using the appropriate left-hand size
reference lines stamped on the head.
The machine spindle must be reversed and if a leadscrew threading machine is being used
check the leadscrew gear chart to determine if an idler must be used.

If the head is worn to the extent that it is impossible to gain the correct clearance, it is
recommended that the equipment be returned for factory inspection. Depending upon the
extent of wear. it is often possible to extend the head's service life by remachining and/or
replacing parts. A full inspection report is submitted to the user before any disposition is made.

25 26
CHAPTER 6
CHASER HOLDER ASSIGNMENTS
A set of Landis tangential chasers with the standard thread form can be used for any diameter
within the range of the die head for which the chasers are furnished as long as the thread form
and the pitch remain constant. Therefore, each chaser of the set is stamped with a thread form.
pitch and its position number (1. 2. 3. 4. etc.). For example. the stamping UN8-1 would indicate
the No. 1 chaser of a set having UN form. N.P.T. 11 V2 P-4 would indicate the No. 4 chaser of a
set of 11 V2 pitch American National Taper Pipe Thread Form Chasers. Since the chasers can
be used to thread different diameters under the conditions previously outlined. the standard
chasers are not stamped for any given diameter.
While the chasers must be used in a set (1, 2. 3. 4) they are not manufactured in sets and. in
instances where one chaser is damaged. can be individually replaced with a new one of the
correct pitch and form. This is not only true for standard chasers but for specials as well.
Landis heads can also be equipped for cutting special threads such as Acme. Modified Square.
Buttress. etc .. or threads of standard form on pitches that do not agree with the standard
diameter and pitch combinations called for by the various recognized standards such as U.N.,
Whitworth, BSF. I.S.0 .. etc.
SECTION 1-STANDARD THREADING
U.N.C .. Whitworth. BA and S.1. threads require U.N., Whitworth. BA and S.1. chasers.
respectively. All of these chasers are used in U.N.C. chaser holders. The exceptions are that
certain sizes on 4"" Landmatic and Lanco heads and all sizes on 6"" Lanco heads must have
Whitworth chaser holders to produce Whitworth form.
U.N.F. threads require U.N. chasers and U.N.F. chaser holders.
Since the thread form for U.N.C. and U.N.F. threads are identical. regular U.N. chasers or
U.N.G. (ground thread) chasers of the proper pitch can be employed for cutting threads of
either series.
For example-ehasers stamped U.N.-20 or U.N.G.-20 can be used to cut either a 114' U.N.C.
thread. a W' U.N.F. thread or any other 20 pitch thread using the U.N. thread form as long as
the proper chaser holders are used.
8.SF. require 8.S.F. chasers and 8.S.F. chaser holders.
In conjunction with proper thread series assignments (U.N.C .. U.N.F.. pipe. etc.). chaser
holders of the correct diametrical range are required. For example-to cut a W' - 13 pitch,
U.N.C. thread with a 1'4' F type (1 OF) Landmatic head. it is necessary to use U.N.C. chaser
holders of the'""" to 3 4 ' range.
?7
SECTION 2-SPECIAL THREADING
Special threads are generally divided into three classifications. These classifications which are
later discussed in detail are as follows:
1. Standard thread forms on special diameters falling within the standard range of the die head.
2. Special thread forms on diameters falling within the standard range of the die head.
3. Standard thread forms on diameters beyond the standard range of the die head.
The limiting factors which must be considered when determining whether or not a tool of a
particular size and type can be employed for cutting a certain special thread are the amount of
metal which must be removed. the heiix angle and the capacity of the die head.
The first step to take in selecting the special chaser holders and chasers which are normally
required for cutting special threads is to determine whether the pitch of the thread falls within
the maximum and minimum pitch range which can be cut with the die head in question. The
appropriate pitch ranges for heat treated heads can be found by referring to chart E on page 34
Threads of coarser pitch than those recommended in the tables can be cut providing the
amount of metal to be removed is less than that removed in cutting a thread of standard form
and of corresponding pitch.
The next step is to determine whether the diameter of the thread is within the standard or the
oversize range of the die head. If the thread is within the oversize range it must be determined
whether the thread length is within the limit set for oversize chaser holders.
The remaining step in selecting equipment is to determine whether the helix angle of the thread
is such that it falls within the limit set for the particular die head with which the work is to be
performed. The maximum allowable helix angle for all die heads can be found in Chart 8 on
page 33. The tables on pages 217 through 224 of the Landis Handbook give the helix angles for
various diameter and pitch combinations for both English and Metric standards.
Since a coarse pitch thread requires a chaser of greater width than a relatively fine pitch thread.
the pitch of the thread to be cut will determine the width of chaser required for cutting the thread.
Chart 0 on page 34 gives the normal chaser width for pitches within the capacity of all the
heads.
If the special thread to be cut runs close to a shoulder on a part being threaded, chasers with a
special throat may be required. The pitch of the thread and the amount of relief are the
determining factors in this case. and must be given before recommendations for special throat
lengths can be made.
Specifications for multiple threads must include the diameter. the pitch. the lead and the thread
form. For example. a multiple thread should be identified as follows: 1W' diameter-1 6""
pitch-1/3" lead, double Acme thread or 1W' diameter-Va" pitch........3/a" lead, triple Acme
thread. The pitch of the thread is the distance from the center of one thread to the center of an
adjacent thread, The lead of a thread is the distance which a nut or part will advance in one
complete revolution.

The majority of special threads should be cut with leadscrew or positive feed for leading the
work into the die head. Whether or not a positive feed is required can be determined only from
the pitch and form of thread and the degree of accuracy which must be maintained.

PART 1-STANDARD THREAD FORMS ON SPECIAL DIAMETERS WITHIN THE

STANDARD RANGE OF THE DIE HEAD

Threads of the above classification require chasers of the desired pitch and thread form along
Figure 1
with special chaser holders.

The chasers may be used for any number of diameters within the capacity of the head.
The oversize chaser holders may be used for more than one combination of diameter and pitch
providing the helix angle of the threads to be cut do not vary more than '/20 and, of course, the
The special chaser holders may be used for more than one combination of diameter and pitch,
diameters involved must come within the same diametrical range of the oversize holders. For
providing the helix angle of the threads do not vary more than '12° and that the diameters
convenience, oversize holders are stamped or etched with their helix angles and holder
involved come within the same diametrical range of the special holders.
numbers,

PART 2-SPECIAL THREAD FORMS ON DIAMETERS WITHIN THE STANDARD RANGE

OF THE DIE HEAD
SECTION 3-PIPE THREADING

Pipe threads, when cut with die heads in which the chaser holder and trunnion are integral,
Threads of special forms, such as Acme, square (with 5° included angle), round, etc" require
require pipe chasers and pipe chaser holders. The same chaser holders are employed for both
special chasers of the desired pitch and thread form for each combination of pitch and diameter
straight pipe and tapered pipe threads, however, straight or tapered pipe chasers must be
and special chaser holders. A special set of chasers is required for each combination of pitch
used.
and diameter even though other special threads to be cut are of the same pitch and of the same
thread form. The chasers are always stamped with the diameter, as well as 'the pitch and
position number. Pipe threads, when cut with a die head in which the chaser holders and trunnions are separate
units require pipe chasers of the desired pitch and pipe chaser holders of the correct range.
Straight pipe threading with these heads require straight pipe chasers and straight pipe chaser
The special chaser holders provided for a certain diameter and pitch combination may be used
holders.
for more than one combination of diameter and pitch providing the helix angles of the threads
do not vary more than + or - 1/4 ° from the stamped helix angle on the holder, Also, the
diameters must come within the same diametrical range of the holders.

PART 3-STANDARD THREAD FORMS ON DIAMETERS BEYOND THE STANDARD

RANGE OF THE DIE HEAD

Threads of standard form on special diameters beyond the standard diametrical range of the
die head (exclucJlng taper threads) require regular chasers of the desired pitch and thread form
and oversize chaser holders, The chasers used for threading diameters within the oversize
range of a die head are the same dimensions and are interchangeable with chasers employed
for standard range diameters,

The oversize range of the die head can be employed only if the threads are straight, of short
length, and of comparably fine pitch. Oversize equipment generally cannot be furnished for
cutting tapered threads. A typical application of oversize chaser holders applied to a'1 '14", type
F Landmatic die head is shown by Figure 1,
CHAPTER 7 OPERATING
RING

SHORT LENGTH FINE PITCH THREADING

WITH LANDMATIC DIE HEADS

When producing short length, finer pitches or threading softer materials, side-shaved or
stripped threads are apt to occur when using Landmatic heads. This style of head relies on Figure 3
"nut-engagement" between the chaser and completed thread to pull-off or open.

Cuttlag edge set back When a keyway grind does not overcome the problem, it can often be solved by shortening the
rake ..gle
Using chasers incorporating a "keyway" length of locking pin engagement "A" with the bushing. See Figure 3. Reducing the length of
grind is the first step toward correcting the
L engagement reduces the amount of spring compression which must be overcome. To obtain
problem. As illustrated by Figure 1, the lip less engagement, the locking pins are pressed rearward through the operating ring. As
rake section of the chaser, represented by A, indicated by the following chart, the amount the pins are to be moved "C" will depend upon the
is ground back more than the normal lip rake size of die head which is involved,
by 1/64" to 1/16". The amount to be used
should be varied depending upon the diame-
ter of the workpiece, the larger the diameter "A" Normal "B" Normal Height
Head
the nearer A will approach 1/16". Engagement Pins From "C"
Size
Rake IIgle grould back to Locking Pins Oper. Ring Face
include first f.n tootk Figure 1
5/8" F .062" .781 " .031"
With this grind the B section of the chasers extends over the centerline increasing the 7/8" F .078" .954" .039"
"nut action" and the resistance of the thread to stripping or side-shaving, 1 1/4" F ,093" 1.375" .046"
2" F .157" 1.750" .078"
*3" A .187" 2.375" .093"
*4" A .187" 2.625" .093"
32 A)( ,156" 1.500" .078"
40 A)( .156" 1.500" .078"
6" (48A) .187" 2.9375" .093"
'Use only for 3" and 4" A fype heads "without" roughing and finishing attachment feature.

The FE Landmatic, Figure 4, which is a modified version of the standard F style head,
incorporates an external trip mechanism which requires less pressure to open the head and is
designed to offset the problems associated with short length, fine pitch, soft material threading,
A trip plate, pivoting off the shank, is con-
tacted by a stop bar resulting in the operating
ring being pulled rearward to disengage the
locking pins.

With the external-trip mechanism, the FE is

/' essentially a "push-off" type head. However,
CC"'''EC'''' '.:,
p'", 5~RI';C; there is a small degree of separation motion
LOC.1'l. "lG P N 8J SHI'-"G Figure 2
present and if it contributes to side-shaved or
stripped threads, the FE pin engagement can
be shortened as described for F, A and AX
Types F, A and large capacity A)( Landmatic Heat Treated die heads have locking pins which heads.
engage bushings to lock the head in the closed or threading position. During "pull-off" action,
the front portion of the head moves forward opposed by the axial restraint of two connecting pin
springs, When the length of travel is sufficient, the locking pins disengage from the bushings
which allows the springloaded closing ring to rotate and withdraw the chasers from the thread, Figure 4
To effect opening the thread must be able to withstand sufficient pressure to compress the
connecting pin springs, See Figure 2.
CHART A-LEAD ANGLE GRINDS- CHART B CHART D-
CUTTING U.N., WHITWORTH AND METRIC ALLOWABLE HELIX ANGLES PITCHES APPLIED TO NOMINAL DIE HEAD CHASER WIDTHS
THREADS WITH R LANCO HEADS Helix angles in excess of those listed can be supplied.
AND LEADSCREW FEED SUbject to LANDlS Engineering recommendations.
Type Nominal
Pitch
01 Size 01 Head Thread. Chaaer
Lande. Head
mm Width
Per Inch

Head Lead Lead Size Lanco Landmatlc Type. J ~ 80 la 16 .5 la 1.5 ",

Angle NF Angle 01 Head Type R Types DE. A and F and IN 9 16 40 la 12 .6 la 2.0 3,
Size NC
85 3 /4 86V2
", 40 la 10 .6102.5 1516
No. 4-12 No. 4-12 ~ 12
1, 1V2, 2 and 2V2 30108 1.0 to 3.0 1364
916 '4 - 9 16 LANCe
1V2, 2 and 2V2
86 3 4 1~·9 16 87~4 'I, 12 12 7 and 6 3.5 and 4 0 1764
6-14 mm TYPES R
4 - J<l 14 .716 87V2 2 and 2V2 5V2 to 4 4.5 la 6.0 1Y2
3, 86 3 4
88'4' 916 12 30 la 8 1.0 la 4.0 1364
6-18 m m V2· 3 4
1 4 -1 '4·V2 87'1, 4 and 6 5V2 to 3 4.5107.5 1 V2
1 87 12
6-27 m m 916-1 88', " 2 3 4 to 2'lh 8.0 la 10.0 2',
~·V2 87 3 , 3, 12 V, DE 80 la 13 0.6 la 1 75 'I,
~·lV2
11/2 87 1 4 916-1 88 1 4
8-39 m m 12 " 40 to 11 0.6 la 2.0 5"

V2-1Y2
1 1 8-1'/2
V,
88 3 ,
88
1316
", 32109 0.75 la 2.5 J,

87V2 ,/, 12 LANDMATIC

11 4 and 2 28 la 7 09 to 3.5 1516
12-39 m m
2 916-1 88' , TYPES A. 2 6 to 4V2 4.0105.0 l' ,
1'8-2 1 12
88 l' e-l V2 88 3 4 F.C,Z 3 and 4 Z 16 to 9 1.5 la 25 1
42-52 m m
1', 12 12 AND DE 3 and 4 Z 8 to 6 3.0 la 4.0 1 1 16
1/2-1 V2
87'h '12 88
12-39 m m 3 and 4 Z 5V2 te 4 4.5 la 6.0 1',
2112 916-1 88', 11(2 12 3 anc 4 A and C 16 la 8 1.5 la 3.0 1 364
1'8-2V2
42·64 m m 88 1'8-1 Y2 88 3 4 3 and 4 A ana C 7 and 6 3.51040 1 764
2 12 12 12
1-11/2 87V2 'h 88 3 and 4 A 5V2 to 4 4.5 la 6.0 1 Y2
24-39 m m 2'12 12 V, 80 la 12 .5 la 2.0 5,
1'8·21/2 LANDEX 32 to 10 .75 la 2.5 3,
4 88 916-1 88', )4 to 1 V2 dia.. 12 1316
42-64 m m 3 TYPES J
15 a to 3 dia. - 5 ".: and 2 28 la 7 .9 to 3.5 1516
2 5 8-4 AND IN
l'e-,V2 88 3 .1 2 6 to 41/2 4.0 la 50 1:4
68-100 m m 88'12 1 10 1'12 dia. - 12
2V2-2 3.: 88'., 4 12 l'eto3dia.-S
64-68 m m 3 ' 4 to 4 dia.·S
6 2,.,-4
70-100 m m 88'1, 6 12

CHART E-COARSE PITCH LIMITATIONS

CHART C-LEAD ANGLES FOR NPT AND BSTP PIPE THREADS

Threads per Inch Coarse Pitch Limitations

Lead Angle
Type Size of Type 01 Head Size 01 Head Standard Range Oversize Range
Whltworth 'r'. Taper
at Head Head American National
BSTP per Foot TPI mm TPI mm
NPT

27, 18 and 14 28.19 and 14 aaV4

"
7~'
11 2.0 14
14
1.75
9 2.5 1.75
3,.4.1. 1 1 2. A and F
11 112 11 (1 t02 Pipe) 89 1 1 4" 7 35 12 2.0
LANCe 2.2 112. Landmatic
8(2', la 4 Pipe) 11 (21/, to 4 Pipe) 89114 2 4V2 5.0 8 30
4 and 6
8(2'1, to 6 Pipe) 11 (3'1, to 6 Pipe) 89 v, 3' & 4' 4 60 6 4.0
"2. '>8 27 and 18 28 and 19 87% V2" 12 20 14 1.75
and 18 14 14 87% J and IN 1316" 9 2.5 14 1 75
27 and 18 28 and 19 88 Landex I' , 7 3.5 12 2.0
LAND- l' ,
14 14 88'r', 2' 41/2 5.0 8 3.0
MATIC
2,3
27. 18 and 14 28. 19 and 14 88~4
"". 16 1.5 16 1.5
11112 11 (1 to 2 Pipe) 89 9 16' 12 2.0 14 1.75
and 4
8 11 (2'1, to 4 Pipe) 89 v, 3, 10 2.5 12 20
27 and 18 28 and 19 87% 1 8 3.0 8 3.0
12 and 13 16 R Lanco 1112'
14 14 87% 6 40 7 3.5
27 and 18 28 and 19 88 2" 4"2 5.0 7 3.5
LANDEX 1'. 14 88'r', 2 112 4 6.0 7 3.5
14
18 and 14 19 and 14 88V4 4' 3 7.5 6 4.0
2 11 (1 to 2 Pipe) 89 6' 3 75
111/2

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CHAPTER 8
COMMON APPLICATION PROBLEMS-
CAUSES AND CURES
PROBLEM: ROUGH THREADS
Probable Cause
Chasers set too far above or
over center
CUlling rake ground too low for
the material
Misalignment between die
head and workpiece
Improper starting pressure
Insufficient hook in the lip rake
Welding of chips on cutting
edge
Improper chaser sealing
Chipped chasers
Mixed chaser throat angles
Low machinability rating
Speed too fast
PROBLEM: CHIPPED CHASERS
Probable Cause
Failing to back-off die head
when opening under cut
CHIPPED CHASERS-Continued
Probable Cause Solution
Die head striking shoulder Add sufficient run-out to include the throat length plus a slight
allowance to compensate for the die head's slight forward move-
mentthat occurs during opening.
When a leadscrew is being used, the leadscrew trip must be set to
disengage the screw after the head opens but before the head
strikes the shoulder.
Solution
Grinding burn Grind carefully to prevent burn. Also, do not water quench. Alter-
nate rapid heating and cooling with water causes cracks that may
set to gage pos~ion and/or adjust all chasers of the set back break out in service, although not readily visible.
equally.
Rake angle too high or too low A too high rake weakens the edge. Too low rake causes high
Start with rake angle recommended by Landis for the material. culling pressures. Use factory recommended rake.
Vary if necessary to obtain best results.
Misalignment Check and correct any angular or concentric misalignment be-
Check die head and machine components for both angular and tween the die head and work.
concentric agreement.
Abrupt starting Corrected with experience
On hand feed work, it generally is a mallerof an operator's gaining
sufficient experience to apply proper pressure. Leadscrew and
other mechanical starting means such as cam~ and spring starts, Threading sheared ends Minimize the effect of the shearing operation as much as possible
must be correct for the lead of the thread. and use chasers with a throat starting sufficiently below the root of
thread to remove excess metal and true out the end.
Grind lip rake to factory specified angle.
Work turning in grips Use more gripping pressure or sharper grips.
Increase coolant flow to reduce heat factor, the cause of welding.
Use a good grade of sulfur base cutting oil. Use chasers with
sufficiently long throats, especially on coarse p~ch work. Also, use
a higher rake and grind the cutting end as smooth as possible.
Disassemble and clean chaser holders and clamps. Hone away PROBLEM: OUT-OF-ROUNDNESS
any nicks from clamps and holders that would interfere with proper
seating. Probable Cause Solution
Regrind. Chasers set too far back of Advance all chasers of the set gradually and equally until condi-
center tion disappears.
Make certain all the throats of the chasers have the same angle. If
20°, all should be 20°. Lack of rigid~y on the part of the Use "centering throat chasers." However, since the steadying
workpiece or the die head action is obtained through a pad which establishes a bearing on
the 0.0., the O.D. must be held consistently uniform. The die head
Materials with low machinability ratings require that all conditions and the work should not extend any further than necessary.
such as the use of good sulfur base coolant, proper chaser throat,
correct cutting end geometry and right speed be met. Using chas-
ers with roughing and finishing throat will often help. Cutting extremely coarse pitch Use "centering throat" chasers.
Use recommended starting speed for the diameter, pitch and Mixed throats In set Make sure all chasers of the set are of the same throat angle.
material combination. If desired, adjust upward to improve results.
Improper chaser seating Clean and/or hone defects of chaser holder seating surfaces and
clamps.
Chipped chasers Regrind and/or correct condition causing chipping.
Solution Threading sheared stock Minimize the effect of the shearing operation as much as possible
and use chasers w~h a throat starting sufficiently below the root of
When stopping under cut to check chaser chip distribution, do not thread to remove excess metal and true out the end.
open the head until it has been backed-off sufficiently to clear the
chasers from the cut. Using improper rake angle Use factory recommended rake...angle to cut the material.
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PROBLEM: TAPERED THREADS
Probable Cause
Threading hard or abrasive
material
Misalignment
Poor starting
Excessive backlash in head ad-
justing worm
Improperly seated chasers
Worn head parts
PROBLEM: LEAD ERROR
Probable Cause
Incorrect helix angle
Improper chaser setting
Improper chaser sealing
Improper chaser clearance
Improper starting
Hand fEled being used when
leadscrew or positive feed is
required
PROBLEM: SIDE SHAVE
Probable Cause
Misalignment between die
head, machine and workpiece
SIDE SHAVE-Continued
Solution Probable Cause Solution
When using Heat Treated style heads, hard materials bellmouth Trunnion play or clearance not Reset to factory recommendations.
the chaser holders destroying clearance to cause cutting across uniformly set
the entire width, thus producing a taper thread. Use chasers with
more heel clearance. Abrasive materials dub the cutting surfaces
which also destroys the chaser clearance of Heat Treated heads. Improper chaser seating Clean and/or hone chaser holder seating surfaces and clamps.
Request harder chasers to improve cutting action and obtain
longer running time. Improper hand start Improve starting technique.
Correct any misalignment between die head. machine and work. Improper chaser grind Review recommended grinds and regrind chasers.
Improper hand feed side shaves the flank and can appear to be Worn head parts Inspect and replace as required or return for factory inspection
taper on the beginning threads. Correct feed rate through experi- and recommendations.
ence.
Work turns in grips when using Use greater gripping pressure or sharpen grips.
Take up excess, or, if worm is worn, replace. leadscrew feed
Clean and/or hone away defects of chaser holder seating sur-
faces and clamps. PROBLEM: DRUNKEN THREADS
Return head to factory for inspection and reconditioning or replace Probable Cause Solution
obviously defective parts such as sprung chaser holders, worn
head body, worn trunnions.
Chas'ers set too far back of Advance all chasers of the set equally until condition disappears.
center
Misalignment Correct as required. Drunkeness is most likely caused by an
off-square condition, not eccentricity.
Solution
Improper feed Improve hand feed technique. Check lead of mechanical feed.
Use correct chaser holder for the thread series. Where lead is
critical, use "special" chaser holder incorporating the correct Improper chaser seating Inspect, clean and/or hone defects on chaser holders and clamps.
helix.
Worn head parts Replace worn parts or return head to factory for in spection and
Check and reset th~ chasers. re~uild.
Clean and/or hone away defects of chaser holder seating surface
and clamps.
PROBLEM: CHATTER
Correct any condition affecting clearance, or obtain chasers with
different clearance. Reduced clearance increases iead; in- Probable Cause Solution
creased clearance reduces lead.
Chaser set too far back of Advance all chasers equally until chatter disappears.
Correct hand starting technique. Check lead of mechanical feed. center
If lead tolerance of .u01" per inch or less is required, the use of Cutting rake too high Grind chasers to factory recommended angle for the material
leadscrew, precision ground thread cam or precision feed gears is being threaded.
required.
Lack of rigidity on the part of the Inspect die head and machine components and correct as re-
die head or workpiece quired.
Too much hook in lip rake Regrind chasers to recommended rake.
Solution
Chipped chasers Regrind chasers.
Check angular and concentric alignment and correct.
Mixed chaser throats Replace chasers as required.
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Parts List For 1Y4 11, 2 11 IN and 2 11 JNB LANDlEX Heat Treated (Yoke Operated) Die Heads

Parts for 2" JNB

Landex Die Head

18

19

114

18A
/
'~i9

3
4, 13

~. 10S
~
Note: See reverse side
for nomenclature

~ 53
S4

~~TELEDVNELANDIS M~'CHINE
360 South Church Street • Waynesboro, Pennsylvania 17268-2659 Repair Parts Form No. H-218-3
 REF. Standard IN LANDEX Parts List PART NUMBER AMT.
NO. PART NAME 1-1/4" • 10JN 2" • 16JN REO'D.
J~.1"",,!,;,~~M ..~,~,d,y",.vx!!n.m)N115 Pins . B60138 19480 1
·JN2:,9:[2;bS!;OJf:lnIOJ1A~.$sambJe.d?NVlth (1) JN4 Pm, (1) JN7 Nut, and (1) JN8 Screw S0111457 S0118238 4
JN3 Trunnion With (1) JN4 Pin 060167 060295 4
JN4 Trunnion Pin 1PS-3/32" x 3/8' 1PS-1/8" x 1/2' 4
JN6A .002 Spacing Shim 0103162 0103427 Specify
J N6B,';';'; '<;;X(;;;00,~S,pa~in.{f.S,f1i.f\117dJ'fji:,;;/\.:.',;:r:~·(fi:7,~q'i;;:;,;;;\l~0'i?\fk'0'\;sS 0103163 0103428 Specify
JN6C ' . 0 0 5 Spacing Shim 0103164 0103429 Specify
IN??. ' ; '.;';i';TJ'unnlo(l Adjusting Nut E60168 E60296 4
J~~', ·;.:,.;\,;:I~j~rfi~1~~~i.ng~'5J~fw
E60169 E60297 4
C60192 B68624 1
Jr-ho Adjusting Worm 057175 19620 1
JN1:1','"k Adjusting Worm Assembled With (1) JN12 Washer and (1) JN13 Nut
JN12 Adjusting Worm Washer
IN·1-:V ;:>:<.:~Adj.usting Worm Nut
JN15 Head Opening Spring (For JNB Head-See 15A Below)
S0117769
E60152
FA375
E118059
SB117771
E60288
FA385
E10451
1
1
1
1
-
JN16 Head Opening Spring Screw (For JNB Head-See 16A Below) E60149 19621 1
JN17 Spring Hole Screw E60150 E60286 1
JN18 Operating Ring With (2) JN19 Pins B60195 C34759 1
JN19 Closing Pin E60578 50988 2
JN26" ClOSing Ring Assembled With (1) JN33 Pin, (2) JN27 Bushings, (4) JN30 Pins, and (1) JN114 Oiler SC111458 SB120405 1
JN27 Closing Pin Bushing E60157 19718 2
IN:{o: .,;,') Slldlrig,BJockRi~::;;~ . E60171 15598 4
JN31 Sliding Block E60172 19781 4
JN33 Head Opening Spring Pin E60147 E60283 1
JN41 Shank (Hollow) (For 16JNB-See 41A Below) C67831 B67843 1
JN41'S·:>·;:';Sjlank (Solid) C67822 B67842 1
JN49 Chaser Holder * 4
~N51 Chaser Clamp Spring 4
JN52 Chaser Clamp 4
JrII,5~;',;";;;"· ·.L/Ch·ijseifCJ~hiri:ScfeV{i; 8
JN54 Chaser Holder Screw 4
~N55;';" .' Chaser Adjusting Screw 4
JN57 Setting Gage 1
J.N105 Head Adjusting Wrench C110861 C111082 1
JN106A Screw Driver C108440 C106436 1
JN107 5/32" Hex L Wrench (Not Shown) G0304 G0304 1
JN108
~ IN·H4
JN115
3/16" Hex L Wrench (Not Shown)
Oiler
Driving Pin
UlIJll,6':,;;it,h';cQnne,c:tiDgj:Pin:';:;', ....;.,,:; ';.\ ,:!:;;:.\ .':j;;;:;,:,
G0305
GC1785
E60160
E605~4
G0305
GC1785
19491
050104
1
1
2
2
-
JN119 Connecting Pin Spring E60207 E52130 2
JN124 Retaining Plate Screw E15920 E10377
JN131 Connecting Pin Retaining Screw E60515 050103 2
'J.N.13gi ·'·.;'.•.:':;i,:'!'letaining Plate .~ .. ' q •.• ~.,,<. ,. ,<"'_'" ." .•..",;"'. '6"',X;"A,'>;.;.';.!",:,.;v,>"·~·'.:'; 060193 .C50101
• Specify Range and Thread Series-U.N.C., U.N.F., N.P.T., etc. 16JNB LANDEX Parts List For 16-20B Machine Application
REF. NO. PART NAME PART NUMBER AMT. REO'D.
15A Head Opening Spring 15680 1
16A Head Opening Spring Screw 16292 1
41A Shank (All 16JNB applications) B61884 1
41B Key (All 16JNB applications) 2KS-#27 1
41C Locking Screw (All 16JNB applications) 104S-1/2 x 5/8 1
410 Shank Retaining Screw (All 16JNB applications) 17S-1/2 x 5/8 1
The parts listed are those required for the JNB Landex Die Head applied to a 16-20B Threading Machine. Parts 15A, 16A, and 41 A replace part numbers 15, 16, and 41 on the standard IN Landex parts list. Parts 41 B, C, and 0 are
additional parts. Parts not called out are the same as standard IN Landex parts as listed.
Repair Parts Form No. H-218-3
NOTE: When ordering repair parts always designate item by name and part number, in sequence, as listed.
IMPORTANT-Serial number and size of die head must accompany order. Litho In U.SA-HBP-3-92-500