C-12 CHUCKING
3-3
Check Items when Mounting Tools and Shaping Soft Jaws
The items that must be carefully checked when mounting tools and shaping soft jaws are indicated
in the table below. Use this table when carrying out the work to ensure correct operation.
Mounting the
Tools
Check Items
Check
Column
1.
Are tool holders and cutting tools cleaned before mounting?
2.
Are the replaceable tool tips new?
3.
Are the material and shape of replaceable tool tips appropriate?
4.
Are replaceable tool tips mounted securely and correctly?
5.
Is the tool overhang appropriate?
6.
Is the replaceable tool tip mounting angle correct?
7.
Are mounting bolts tightened securely and evenly?
8.
Is the tool nose center height correct?
Shaping and
Mounting the
Soft Jaws
Check Items
Check
Column
1.
Are the soft jaws and master jaws cleaned before mounting?
2.
Are the soft jaw mounting positions correct?
3.
Are the soft jaw mounting bolts tightened securely and evenly?
4.
Is the mounting bolt length appropriate?
5.
Is the plug (ring) used for shaping the soft jaws the correct size?
6.
Is the chucking pressure checked and adjusted?
7.
Are the cutting tools, replaceable tool tip, spindle speed, and feedrate all
correct for shaping soft jaws?
8.
Is the workpiece contact face area appropriate?
9.
Is relief provided at the soft jaw corners?
10.
Are run-out on I.D. and end face waviness measured?
