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What is the Accu-Tapper's minimum and
maximum tap size?
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0-80 to 1/4-20 in steel.
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0-80 to 5/16-18 in
aluminum and other soft metals.
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0-80 to 3/4-10 in plastic.
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Can it perform other operations besides
tapping?
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Yes. It has been proven to be very effective
at retapping, chamfering, reaming, deburring, O.D. threading/chasing,
and thread gauging.
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How does the machine operate?
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The Accu-Tapper is equipped with a friction
clutch between two 5" pulleys. A 1/3 HP motor and standard
V-belt keep the pulleys constantly rotating. When pressure
is applied to the chuck, the clutch engages the back pulley
which begins spindle rotation. Rotation continues until pressure
is released, causing the friction clutch to engage the front
pulley which reverses spindle rotation.
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Is the Accu-Tapper user friendly?
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It takes the average operator 12 minutes
to feel comfortable with the machine.
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How do you adjust the torque for small
holes?
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You never have to adjust the torque (or
belt, or a lead screw). The Accu-Tapper's horisontal design
and friction clutch makes the machine extremely sensitive.
The smaller the tap, the lighter you push-- the larger the
tap, the harder you push. This design gives the operator complete
control and feel of every part, making tap breakage virtually
non-existent.
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How does the machine work on odd-shaped
parts?
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The Accu-Tapper's guide plate has six
drilled and tapped holes. This allows a variety of fixtures
and jigs to be mounted on the front to support these types
of parts.
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How does it work on blind holes?
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Whether the part has a blind or through,
the Accu-Tapper cuts the same high quality thread. An adjustable
slide under the chuck can be set in the desired position for
the same depth on every part.
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What advantage does the Accu-Tapper
have over a tapping head / drill press?
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1. |
Requires no permanent fixturing. |
2. |
Greatly reduces tap breakage compared
to any other method of tapping. |
3. |
Is portable and self-contained,
allowing it to operate anywhere without additional equipment. |
4. |
Horizontal design is ideal for tapping
extrusions, rod ends, and other long parts. |
5. |
Requires virtually no maintenance.
Any maintenance that might be needed can be quickly
done by the user. No machine will evey have to be sent
back to the plant for repair. |
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What are the advantages of tapping on
the Accu-Tapper instead of a CNC?
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1.
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Takes the small hole tapping off
the machine center, allowing it to perform more crucial
work like boring, slotting, and milling.
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2.
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Extends the life of the CNC. Tapping
is one of the most demanding operations a machine can
do.
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3.
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Reduces down time and scrapped parts
due to tap breakage.
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4.
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Allows the machine operator to perform
secondary operations during CNC cycle time.
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