SBS System – SB-1000 Operation
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System Purpose
In order for the wheel of a grinding machine to accurately cut, produce smooth surface finishes, and generate
correct part geometry, it is necessary to prevent vibration in the grinding process. A primary cause of
vibration during grinding is the existence of imbalance in the grinding wheel. This is often due to the
heterogeneous nature of the grinding wheel, which contains great numbers of unevenly distributed grains,
causing intrinsic imbalance. This imbalance can be compounded by eccentric mounting of the wheel,
varying width of the wheel, imbalance in the arbor, and coolant absorption into the wheel. Considering all
these factors, even a carefully established initial balance will not last long. Furthermore, due to wear and
dressing, the rotational dynamics of a grinding wheel are always changing. For these reasons, dynamic
balancing of grinding wheels has long been recognized as an important step in the production process.
The SBS Balance System has been developed to provide dynamic balancing for grinding machine operators
with the following objectives in mind:
• Ease and Usefulness of Operation
• Maximum Grinding Machine Efficiency
• Minimal Installation Requirements
• Attractive Purchase Price
Operator Safety Summary
This summary contains safety information necessary for operation of the SBS Balance System for grinding
machines. Specific warnings and cautions are found throughout the Operation Manual where they apply, but
may not appear in this summary. Before installing and operating the SBS Balance System, it is necessary to
read and understand the entirety of this manual. After reading the Operation Manual, contact Accretech
SBS, Inc. for any additional technical assistance required.
Warning:
Observe all safety precautions for operation of your grinding machinery. Do not
operate your equipment beyond safe balance limits.
Warning:
Failure to properly attach SBS Balance System components to the grinding
machine spindle, including the proper use of provided adaptor lock screws, will
result in safety hazard during machine operation.
Warning:
Never operate a grinding machine without all proper safety guarding in place.
Caution:
To avoid equipment damage, make sure the line voltage is within the range
specified for the system (see specification section).
Caution:
Only qualified service technicians should attempt to service the SBS Balance
System. To avoid electric shock, do not remove the cover of the Control Unit,
or remove cables, with power connected.
