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TOOL BUSHING REPLACEMENT
2. TOOL BUSHING INSTALLATION
New tool holder bushings can be installed with either a hydraulic press, or shrink
fitted with liquid nitrogen.
HYDRAULIC PRESS METHOD
Clean the bore of the tool holder. The surface must
have no sharp edges or high spots. Grind smooth, if
necessary. Apply a liberal coating of an anti-seize
compound to the bushing and tool holder bore. Press
the bushing all the way in. Refer to HYDRAULIC
PRESS REQUIREMENT chart.
HYDRAULIC PRESS REQUIREMENT:
100 ton minimum – All Models
LIQUID NITROGEN METHOD
Clean the bore of the tool holder. The surface must
have no sharp edges or high spots. Grind smooth, if
necessary.
Wear protective clothing, a safety face
shield and heavy gloves!
Fill an adequately sized steel or heavy plastic bucket with liquid nitrogen. Attach two
pair of vise grip type pliers to the tool bushing. Fully submerge the tool bushing for
several minutes. Remove the bushing from the liquid nitrogen, after the nitrogen stops
boiling. Position the bushing over the tool holder bore. The bushing should drop easily
in place. Use a hand sledge and block to firmly seat the bushing.