Tormach BT30 - User Manual

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©Tormach® 2021
TECHNICAL DOCUMENT
Version 0521A
INSTALLATION GUIDE
BT30 SPINDLE UPGRADE KIT FOR 1100M+

Summary

PURPOSE

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Lists the components included in the BT30 Spindle Upgrade Kit for 1100M+.

REQUIRED TOOLS

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

UPDATE PATHPILOT

Download and Install an Update File from the Controller

Instructions for updating PathPilot via an internet connection directly from the controller.

Install an Update File from a USB Drive

Instructions for updating PathPilot using a downloaded file on a USB drive.

INSTALLATION

Prepare the Machine

Steps to prepare the machine for the installation process.

Remove the R8 Spindle

Detailed instructions for removing the existing R8 spindle from the machine.

Remove the Power Drawbar

Instructions for removing the existing power drawbar assembly.

Disassemble the Original Drawbar

Steps to safely disassemble the original drawbar components.

Install the BT30 Encoder

Steps for installing the BT30 encoder onto the spindle.

Replace the Spindle Motor Pulley Spacer

Instructions for replacing the spindle motor pulley spacer.

Install the BT30 Spindle and Align the Encoder

Steps for installing the new BT30 spindle and aligning the encoder.

Install the VFD

Instructions for installing the Variable Frequency Drive (VFD).

Verify the Installation

Steps to confirm the successful installation and configuration of the upgrade.

SPINDLE HEAD EXPLODED VIEW

SPINDLE HEAD PARTS LIST

SPINDLE CARTRIDGE EXPLODED VIEW

SPINDLE CARTRIDGE PARTS LIST

TROUBLESHOOTING

Machining Operations are Loud (Chattery)

Troubleshooting steps for addressing loud or chattery machining operations.

Cant Load or Unload a Tool, or the Spindles Drawbar Drags Against the Power Drawbar Cylinders Piston Bolt

Troubleshooting steps for issues with tool loading/unloading or drawbar drag.

Tormach BT30 Specifications

General

Brand	Tormach
Model	BT30
Category	Sander
Language	English