A true workhorse, with the size and muscle to machine large-diameter flange faces. It gives up nothing in accuracy thanks to its rigidity, easy positioning and uniform rotation rates, even when mounted in vertical flanges. Features a tool head that can be rotated a full 360°, infinitely variable feed rates, and remotely adjustable air-powered feedbox so radial and axial feeds can be done quickly and safely. Facing AND milling diameters range from 45 to 120 inches (1143 to 3048 mm).
Facing Diameter:
45 – 120 inches (1143 – 3048 mm)
Milling Diameter:
45 – 120 inches (1143 – 3048 mm)
ID Mounting Diameter:
45 – 120 inches (1143 – 3048 mm)
OD Mounting Diameter:
89.8 – 136.4 inches (2280.9 – 3464.6 mm)
Power Option:
Pneumatic or Hydraulic
Rugged Machine Design
Large, heavy duty construction-grade bearings provide powerful, rigid performance throughout the entire machine facing range, even machining over bolt hole patterns.
Oversized ring gear accommodates extremely high torque levels for challenging flange repair applications, and these machines are able to generate a phonographic finish.
Flexible and Versatile
Both radial and axial feed is achieved with a pneumatic feedbox. Manual feeding for rapid positioning is also possible.
Feed rate is adjusted remotely at the pneumatic conditioning unit, providing the ultimate in operator safety and the flexibility for feed rate adjustments even during machining operations.
Infinitely variable feed rates from 0.002 – 0.035 inches (0.0508 – 0.889 mm)/rev provides operational flexibility.
Reversible feed box can be mounted to provide either radial or axial feed.
Turning and counterweight arms can both be adjusted for the desired swing clearance and machining range.
Tool head can be rotated a full 360˚ providing the ability to create a variety of chamfers, O-Ring grooves, lens rings and other angular surfaces as needed.
Pneumatic & hydraulic drive options available.
Chucking system can be removed to allow the flange facer to be face-mounted.
Can be mounted both OD and ID or surface-mounted.
Milling option available with precision down-feed ball screw.
Back facing attachment available for heat exchanger repair.
Quick and Easy Setup
Modular design allows many of the machine components to be removed to facilitate easier setup and storage.
Unique chucking system minimizes parts to greatly simplify machine setup and tear down.
Quick-adjust leveling feet make setup quick and easy.
Flange Facing: Advantages of Infinitely Variable Feed Rates LIVE Forum
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Jim Miller is the Global Director of Training; Applications Engineering at CLIMAX, the world’s foremost manufacturer of portable machining and welding tools for on-site machining. For the past 35 years, Jim has been working closely with on-site machinists on every continent, helping them to be successful...
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