Swagelok 8HPH Series, User Manual

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Series 8HPH Weld Head User’s Manual 17
3. Ensure that the centering gauge is pushed against the side plate.
4. Adjust the centering gauge so that the right edge is centered on the
electrode. See Figure 25.
5. Tighten the centering gauge locking screw.
6. Insert the work piece into the other side of the fixture and butt it
squarely against the end of the centering gauge. See Figure 26.
7. Clamp the work piece into place. See Figure 27.
8. Remove the centering gauge and insert the other work piece to
be welded, butting it up against the first work piece. Clamp the
second work piece in place.
Note: At the start of every shift, or whenever the electrode is changed,
ensure the centering gauge is re-centered.
Figure 25 Adjusting the Centering Gauge
Figure 26 Inserting the Work Piece
Figure 27 Clamping the Work Piece
Locking Screw
Electrode
Right Edge of
Centering Gauge
Locking Screw
Centering Gauge
Work Piece
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