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Tooling
Tools and Materials Needed
• Set of metric Allen keys with ball ends
• Set of metric wrenches
• Crosshead screwdriver
• Grippers or pliers
• Tooling/die set (Upper Punch, Die, and Lower Punch)
• Hammer (if Die is difficult to remove)
• Disposable latex/rubber gloves (for food grade products and to protect hands from grease)
• Hairnet and/or beard net (food grade products only)
• Sterile shoe covers (food grade products only)
If you want to change the shape and diameter of the tablet, or if the Upper Punch, Lower Punch,
and/or Die you currently have is damaged, it is necessary to change the Tooling.
To buy new Tooling from LFA, simply go to https://www.lfatabletpresses.com/products/tablet-
press-tooling
To watch a video of a TDP
®
Tooling change, go to https://www.lfatabletpresses.com/videos/how-to-
change-tdp-punch-die-tooling
Remove the Tooling
1. Remove the Hopper carefully and catch any powder still inside of it.
2. Remove the Ejection Tray with a crosshead screwdriver.
Instructions
Note: Wear latex/rubber gloves (and appropriate food grade attire if applicable) during this process.
WARNING: To prevent any potential personal injury, ALWAYS unplug the TDP
6s
®
from the electrical outlet when replacing parts.