Usage Precautions for CNC Machine Tool Chip Conveyors

Check Lubricating Oil: Before connecting the power supply, check whether the lubricating oil in the reducer is below the oil level line. If insufficient, add 40-grade total loss system oil to the oil level line. For Swiss-type lathes and milling and turning centers, ensuring the cleanliness and sufficiency of lubricating oil is particularly important.

Check Rotation Direction: After the motor is started, immediately check whether the rotation direction of the sprocket is consistent with the direction indicated by the arrow. If not, correct it immediately. This step is crucial for ensuring the normal operation of the chip conveyor in Swiss-type lathes and milling and turning centers.

Overload Protection Check: The sprocket of the chip removal device is equipped with an overload safety clutch, and the chip conveyor has been adjusted at the factory. If the friction plate slips, stop the machine immediately and check whether the chain is blocked by foreign objects or other reasons. Overload protection is especially important in milling and turning centers, as these machines often handle more complex machining tasks.

Clamping Force Check: Regularly check whether the clamping force of the chip conveyor friction plate meets the requirements and whether the compression amount of the disc spring is within the specified range. The free height of the disc spring is 8.5mm, and the compression amount should be 2.6-3mm. This is very important for ensuring the stability of the chip conveyor in high-precision machining.

Protective Equipment: Before operation, wear close-fitting protective clothing with cuffs fastened and the bottom of the shirt not open. Do not wear gloves, and do not change clothes or wear cloth around the body next to the running machine to prevent entanglement. A safety helmet must be worn, and braids should be tucked inside the helmet. These safety measures are particularly important when operating Swiss-type lathes and milling and turning centers.

Chip Removal Volume Control: The chip removal volume of the chip conveyor is not necessarily the more, the better. Adjust the chip removal volume according to the actual machining situation to avoid overload. In milling and turning centers, a reasonable chip removal volume can significantly reduce tool wear and machining errors.

Handling Special Chips: Semi-dry and semi-wet chips are difficult to handle, and magnetic chip conveyors are particularly difficult to handle these chips. Regular cleaning of the chip conveyor should be carried out to ensure the chip removal channel is unobstructed. In Swiss-type lathes, this type of chip can cause the chip conveyor to block, affecting machining efficiency.

Regular Inspection: Regularly check the operating status of the chip conveyor, including the tension of the chain and the wear condition of the friction plate, to ensure the normal operation of the chip conveyor. Regular inspection in milling and turning centers can reduce downtime caused by chip removal problems.

Daily Cleaning: After use, clean the machine to keep it tidy. Do not use non-corrosion-resistant centrifuges for the separation of highly corrosive materials. Keeping the chip conveyor clean in Swiss-type lathes and milling and turning centers can reduce corrosion and wear.

Regular Maintenance: To ensure the normal operation of the centrifuge, lubricate the rotating parts every six months. At the same time, check the lubrication of the bearings, whether there is any wear; whether there is any wear in the braking device components, and replace the severely worn parts; whether there is any oil leakage in the bearing cover. Regular maintenance in milling and turning centers can significantly extend the service life of the chip conveyor.

Regular Inspection and Maintenance: Follow the maintenance manual provided by the equipment manufacturer for regular inspection and maintenance. Clean the drum and cutting edge of the chip conveyor, check their wear conditions, and replace damaged parts in time. Regular inspection and maintenance in Swiss-type lathes can ensure the performance of the chip conveyor in high-precision machining.