8. Glossary
autoload:
The downloading of information from compatible software packages.
CodeMax
®
:
HPC’s computerized code machine.
Contour Cutting
:
The carriage moves laterally across the cutter, producing a key with no peaks between cuts.
Depth:
Measured in thousandths of an inch or hundredths of a millimeter. Refers to y-axis cutting
on the CodeMax
®
. Also, a measurement from the bottom of the key to the root of the cut.
emergency Stop Button
:
A red button in the front of the CodeMax
®
used for stopping all machine movements.
Jaw
:
The vise that holds the key in position for cutting on the CodeMax
®
or any other machine.
Jaw type:
Denoted by the letters A, B, or C. Indicates the proper jaw used for cutting a specific key.
plain Side
:
The flat side of the key which faces towards the cutter when properly positioned for cutting
(the gauging point for this type of key is referred to as a Left Side Jaw Gauge).
Series:
A set of numbers within a given range, which refers to a key code number.
Shoulder Gauge:
Used to gauge standard cylinder and automotive keys. (Refer to section .).
Shoulder Side
:
The non-flat side of the key which faces towards the cutter when properly positioned for
cutting (the gauging point for this type of key is referred to as a Shoulder Gauge).
Speed adjustment
:
Increase or decrease rate of feed in the y-axis or depths.
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