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7.2 SIX INCH BRAKE
The six inch brake is a component tool designed to bend and form mild steel.
The six inch brake mounts in the punch station.
7.2B SIX INCH BRAKE OPERATION
The brake must be center loaded, to prevent damage to the tool. The lower die can be rotated to expose
four different vee opening sizes (1/2, 5/8, 7/8 and 1 inch). The maximum material capacity for this tool is
1/4 x 6 inch (6 x 152mm).
CAUTION: ALWAYS REMOVE THIS TOOL WHEN IT IS NOT IN USE.
7.2A SIX INCH BRAKE INSTALLATION
SEE FIGURE 11 ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE.
1.
Remove the die holder, stripper and punch retaining nut.
NOTE: THE STRIPPER MOUNTING PLATE (D) MUST BE REMOVED TO OPERATE THIS
TOOL. FAILURE TO REMOVE THE STRIPPER MOUNTING PLATE WILL CAUSE
DAMAGE TO THE BRAKE.
2.
Install the upper brake die (A) in the punch barrel. Do not tighten the retaining nut at this time.
3.
Bolt the brake base (B) to the punch bolster, using the two bolts from the die holder. Do not
tighten at this time.
4.
Place the lower brake die (C) in the brake base (B).
5.
Align the upper and lower dies and tighten the punch retaining nut and bolts in the base.
NOTE: If tool ever jams or gets stuck - REMOVE THE TOOL
FROM THE MACHINE BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO FREE IT.
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