Scotchman Porta-Fab 45, Manual

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7.8 SQUARE TUBE SHEAR
The square tube shear is designed to shear square tubing from 1/4" to 1".
16 gauge is the maximum material thickness.
7.8A SQUARE TUBE SHEAR INSTALLATION
SEE FIGURE 19 ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE.
The tool mounts on the tool table in place of the Three-In-One Shear and is anchored with the same bolts
(C). Lubricate the rocker block (A) before installing the tool and after every two hours of operation.
7.8B SQUARE TUBE SHEAR OPERATION
1. Feed the tubing through the shear to the desired length and depress the foot pedal.
2. Lubricate the blades every ten to fifteen cuts..
CAUTION: ALWAYS REMOVE THIS TOOL WHEN IT IS NOT IN USE.
7.9A 2-5/8 INCH (66 MM) DIE HOLDER
The optional 2-5/8 inch (66mm) die holder is of the same design as the standard die holder. It is used in
oversized punching applications. FOR APPLICATIONS, REFER TO THE TOOLING MANUAL.
Always use the preferred method of aligning punches and dies. REFER TO SECTION 6.1.
7.9 OPTIONAL DIE HOLDERS AND STRIPPERS
79.B 4 x 6 DIE HOLDER
The 4 x 6 inch die holder is used in oversize punching applications. FOR APPLICATIONS, REFER TO
THE TOOLING MANUAL Always use the preferred method of aligning punches and dies referred to in
SECTION 6.1.
7.9C OPTIONAL STRIPPER
The optional stripper is used in oversize punching applications. FOR APPLICATIONS, REFER TO
THE TOOLING MANUAL.