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FT1360 Crimp Machine Operator’s Manual
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Setting the digital encoder
The forward travel of the crimp cylinder is limited or controlled by the linear Transducer position system. By setting the encoder to a
number between 000 and 999 you can control the last 2 inches of cylinder travel. The larger the encoder number the further the cylinder
travels before it stops, therefore the crimp diameter gets smaller as the encoder number increases.
Example:
You want to crimp FC195-16 hose with a 1401 -16 socket. Find that the crimp diameter to is 1.529 - 1.539. The goal is to hit the average
diameter which is 1.534. Crimp an assembly with the encoder at 000. If you do not make an impression on the socket, increase the setting
by 100 and crimp again. Continue this process until you can measure an impression. Let’s say for example that at 300 you’ve made an
impression in the socket and measure one of the flats to be 1.793. Because the ratio of the encoder to cylinder is approximately 2 to 1, the
new encoder setting will be (1.793 -1.534) x 2 added to 300. The new setting should be approximately 818. Readjust if necessary, and once
you have an established setting, record it in the “Micro Setting” column within your crimp specification bulletin. Remember, always check
your first assembly for proper crimp diameter.
Shortening the return stroke
When crimping several identical assemblies, it may be desirable to shorten the machine cycle time by shortening the return stroke of
the cylinder. This can be done by jogging the crimp ring forward until just enough clearance remains to insert the uncrimped fitting into
position. Now slide the split clamp nearest the proximity switch directly under the front of the cylinder back to check the return stroke. It is
infinitely adjustable by sliding the split collar.
