BDS AutoMAB 350 User manual
AutoMAB 350, 450
Translation of the Original
Operating Instructions
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Table of contents
General instructions ................3
Safety ............................5
Components / delivery
contents ..........................9
Before using for the rst time .......10
Preparation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Using............................14
Eliminating blockages. . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Cleaning .........................17
Maintenance......................18
Storage ..........................18
Troubleshooting ..................19
Technical data ....................20
EC Declaration of Conformity .......21
Dear Customer,
Before using the machine, please read the
operating instructions contained in these
operating instructions on startup, safety,
intended use as well as cleaning and care.
The links and illustrations in these instruc-
tions refer to the illustrations on the inside
of the cover.
Keep these operating instructions for later
use and pass them onto the next owner of
the machine.
General instructions
Copyright
This document is subject to copyright. Du-
plication or reprinting, even in part as well
as reproduction of the illustrations, even
if modied, is only permitted with written
consent of the manufacturer.
Liability disclaimer
All technical information, data and in-
structions contained in these operating
instructions for startup, operation and care
correspond to the latest requirements at the
time of printing.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for
damage or injury resulting from failure to
observe the operating instructions, use for
other than the intended purpose, unprofes-
sional repairs, unauthorised modications
or use of non-approved spare parts and
accessories, tools and lubricants.
Instructions on disposal
The packaging materials used can be
recycled. When no longer required,
dispose of the packing materials according
to local environmental regulations.
This product may not be disposed of
in the European Union via the normal
household refuse. Dispose of the
device via communal collection points.
The lubricant used can contain
substances dangerous to the
environment. Dispose of the lubricant
according to local regulations. Observe the
disposal instructions from the lubricant
manufacturer.
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Safety warning structure
The following warnings are used in these
operating instructions:
DANGER
A warning of this category indicates
an impending dangerous situation.
If the dangerous situation is not avoid-
ed, it may lead to serious injury or even
death.
►Follow the instructions in this warning
to avoid possible danger of serious
injury or even death.
WARNING
A warning of this category indicates a
potentially dangerous situation.
If the dangerous situation is not avoid-
ed, it may lead to serious injury or even
death.
►Follow the instructions in this warning
to avoid the danger of serious injury
to persons.
ATTENTION
A warning of this category indicates
potential danger to property.
If the situation is not avoided, it may lead
to material damage.
►Follow the instructions in this warning
to avoid material damage.
NOTE
►A note indicates additional information
that simplies the use of the machine.
Intended use
The machine is intended solely for drilling
operations in magnetic and non-magnetic
metals within the limits specied in the
technical data.
Any use other than previously stated is
considered as improper use.
WARNING
Danger due to improper use!
If not used for its intended purpose and/
or used in any other way, the machine
may be or become a source of danger.
►Use the machine only for its intended
purpose.
►Observe the procedures described in
these operating instructions.
No claims of any kind will be accepted for
damage resulting from use of the system
for other than its intended purpose.
The risk must be borne solely by the user.
NOTE
►If used commercially, pay attention to
compliance with the accident preven-
tion and occupational safety regula-
tions.
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Safety
NOTE
When using electrical tools, the following
fundamental precautions must be taken
to protect against electric shock and the
risk of injury and re!
Fundamental safety instructions
■Do not use the machine in potentially
ammable or explosive environments.
■Persons, who are unable to safely op-
erate the machine due to their physical,
mental or motor abilities, my only use
the machine under the supervision or
instruction of a person responsible.
■Persons with heart pacemakers or other
medical implants must not use this
machine.
■Children are not permitted to use the
machine.
■Inspect the machine for visible signs of
damage before use. Do not operate a
damaged machine.
■Before beginning work, check the condi-
tion of the safety chain and the function
of the switches on the machine.
■Repairs to the connecting cable may
only be performed by a qualied elec-
trician.
■Repairs to the machine may only be
performed by an authorised specialist
workshop or factory customer service.
Unqualied repairs can lead to consid-
erable danger for the user.
■Repairs to the machine during the guar-
antee period may only be performed by
a customer service authorised by the
manufacturer, otherwise the guarantee
is invalid.
■Defective parts may only be replaced
with original spare parts. Only these
parts ensure that the safety require-
ments are met.
■Do not leave the machine unsupervised
during operation.
■Store the machine in a dry, temperate
location out of the reach of children.
■The machine may not be kept outside
and be subject to humidity.
■Make sure that your work area is su-
ciently lit (>300 Lux).
■Do not use low-power machines for
heavy working.
■Pay attention to cleanliness at the
workplace.
■Keep the machine clean, dry and free of
oil and grease.
■Follow the instructions on lubricating
and cooling the tool.
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Danger from electric current!
DANGER
Danger to life from electrical current!
Contact with live wires or components
can lead to serious injury or even
death!
Observe the following safety precautions
to avoid any danger from electric current:
►Do not open the housing of the
machine. Risk of electric shock from
touching live connections.
►Never immerse the machine or mains
plug in water or other liquids.
►Only use extension cables or cable
drums with a cable cross-section of at
least 1.5 mm².
►Only use extension cables that are
approved for the location of use.
►Check the condition of the extension
cable regularly and replace if dam-
aged.
►Avoid bodily contact with grounded
parts (e.g., pipes, radiators, steel
girders) to reduce the risk of electric
shock in the event of a defect.
►When using the machine outside or in
a humid environment, an RCD (resid-
ual circuit device) must be used.
Risk of injury!
WARNING
Improper handling of the machine
increases the risk of injury!
Pay attention to the following safety
instructions in order not to injure others
or yourself:
►Operate the machine only with the
protective equipment specied in
these instructions (see section “Per-
sonal protective equipment”).
►Do not wear protective gloves when
the machine is running. A glove can
be caught by the drilling machine and
torn o the hand. Risk of losing one
or more ngers.
►Remove loose jewellery before begin-
ning work. Wear a hair net if you have
long hair.
►Always switch o the machine before
changing tools, performing main-
tenance or cleaning. Wait until the
machine has come to a complete
standstill.
►Always remove the plug from the
mains socket before changing tools,
cleaning or performing maintenance
work in order to avoid unintentional
starting of the machine.
►Do not put your hand into the ma-
chine while it is in operation. Remove
swarf only when the machine is at
a standstill. Wear protective gloves
when removing swarf.
►When working on scaolding, the op-
erator must be secured with a safety
belt as the machine can oscillate dan-
gerously in the event of interruption to
the power supply.
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WARNING
►Check for secure clamping of the
electromagnets on the substrate be-
fore every use (see section “Prepa-
ration”).
►Secure the machine with the safety
chain (D) supplied when working in
an inclined or vertical position and
during overhead work. The machine
could fall down if the magnet is loos-
ened or the power fails.
►Check that the tool is tightened
securely before using (see section
“Inserting the tool”).
►Do not allow the connecting cable to
hang over edges (trip eect).
Preventing damage
ATTENTION
Potential damage to property if the
machine is improperly used!
Observe the following instructions to
avoid damage to property:
►Before connecting the machine, com-
pare the connection data (voltage and
frequency) on the rating plate with
those of your mains power supply.
The data must correspond in order to
avoid damage to the machine.
►Always use the handle to carry the
machine and not the connecting
cable.
►Do not pull the mains cable to remove
the plug from the mains socket.
►Do not crush the connecting cable.
►Do not subject the connecting cable
to heat or chemical liquids.
►Do not pull the connecting cable
across sharp edges or hot surfaces.
►Lay the connecting cable in such
a way that it cannot be caught and
wound up in the rotating part of the
machine.
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Safety equipment
Restart protection
NOTE
►The machine stops automatically
when the magnetic clamp is switched
o, loses its adhesion, the overload
protection is triggered or there is a
power failure.
In order to prevent the machine from
starting unexpectedly after switching the
magnetic clamp on again or after recon-
nection following interruption to the power
supply ("restart protection"), the machine
must be switched on again using the Start/
Stop switch.
Magnet indicator (Fig.1)
Der Magnetindikator (22) dient zur op-
tischen Kontrolle der Magnethaltekraft.
■Magnet indicator (22) lights up GREEN:
The magnetic clamping force satises
the minimum requirements.Machining
can be carried out.
■Magnet indicator (22) lights up RED:
Insucient magnetic clamping force.
Do not operate the machine. This can
be the case if the material is too thin,
the surface is uneven or if coated with
paint, scale or zinc.
NOTE
►If the clamping magnet loses adhe-
sion during processing, the feed and
drill motor is switched o.
This is possible as the result of an
unfavourable drill to feed speed ratio,
so that the machine is squeezed o
the substrate.
Overload protection (Fig.1)
The overload protection serves as optical
control of the power consumption of the
motor.
NOTE
►The machine stops automatically
when the maximum power consump-
tion is exceeded and the motor is
overloaded.
►The clamping magnet remains
switched on.
The power consumption is indicated by an
LED bargraph display (24). The display
increases from left to right.
LED Colour Power consumption
1-6 green OK
7-9 yellow Maximum
(just before the switch-o
point)
10 red Overload
(Drill motor and feed are
switched o automatically
after 5 seconds)
If the overload protection is triggered, the
machine must be switched on again via the
Start/Stop switch (Restart protection).
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Symbols on the machine
The symbols on the machine have the
following meaning:
Symbol Meaning
Electric shock hazard!
Read the operating instructions
before beginning work!
Wear protective goggles and
ear protection!
Personal protective equipment
Wear the following protective equipment at
all times when operating the machine:
Symbol Meaning
Close-tting work protection
clothing with a low tear strength
Goggles for protecting eyes
against ying parts and liquids
and ear protection in areas with
noise emission >80 dB(A)
Safety shoes for protecting feet
against falling objects.
Also wear the following protective equip-
ment during special work:
Symbol Meaning
Helmet for protecting your head
against falling objects
Wear a harness where there is
a danger of falling.
Gloves for protection against
injuries
Components / delivery
contents
Machine overview
1 Magnetic foot
2 Feed motor
3 Handle
4 Tool mount
AutoMAB 350 - Weldon 19 mm (3/4)
AutoMAB 450 - MK2 industrial holder
with manual clamping
5 Gearbox:
AutoMAB 350 - single-stage
AutoMAB 450 - two-stage with
selector switch
6 Engine drive
7 Coolant/lubricant tank
8Coolant/lubricant tank lling hole with
cover
9 Hand lever
10 Operating panel
11 Machine slide and guide
12 Connection for internal lubrication
Operating panel
(see g. 1)
21 Magnet ON/OFF switch
22 "Magnet Power" indicator
23 Motor start/stop switch
24 "Motor Power" bargraph display
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Operating lever
(see g. 2)
9 Hand lever
Pos. 1 Automatic feed
switched on
Pos. 2 Automatic feed
switched o
Manual feed
Scope of supply
AutoMAB 350/450 core drilling ma-
chine
ASafety chain
BZAK 075 ejector pin
CZAK 100 ejector pin
DHexagonal oset screwdriver:
AutoMAB 350 - Size SW4
AutoMAB 450 - Size SW5
EWeldon MK2/19 mm industrial holder
(AutoMAB 450 - ZIA 219 KN)
Transport case (not illustrated)
Operating instructions/guarantee card
(not illustrated)
Before using for the rst time
Transport inspection
As standard, the machine is supplied with
the components indicated in the “Scope of
supply” section.
NOTE
►Check for visible signs of damage or
missing items on delivery. Report an
incomplete or damaged delivery to
your dealer/supplier immediately.
Before using for the rst time
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Preparation
This section contains important instructions
on the required preparation before begin-
ning any work.
Additional safety measures for
certain work
Additional safety precautions must be
taken for the following operations with the
machine:
Non-horizontal work position
WARNING
Risk of injury from a falling machine.
When working in inclined or vertical
position and during overhead work, the
machine must be secured to prevent it
from falling using the safety chain (A)
supplied.
►Check the safety chain for proper
function before every use. A dam-
aged safety chain must not be used.
Replace a damaged safety chain
immediately.
►Attach the safety chain in such a way
that the machine moves away from
the operator in the event of slipping.
►Lay the safety chain as tightly as
possible around the handle of the
machine.
►Check the secure tting of the safety
chain and lock before starting work.
►Use the protective equipment stipulat-
ed in the section “Personal protec-
tive equipment”.
Work on scaolding
WARNING
Risk of falling from sudden oscillating
movements of the machine.
When working on scaolding, the
machine can make a sudden oscillating
movement on starting or in the event of
interruption to the power supply.
►Secure the machine with the safety
chain (A) supplied.
►Wear a safety harness to protect
yourself against falling.
Check the condition
of the substrate
The magnetic holding force is dependent
on the condition of the substrate. The
clamping force is signicantly reduced by
paint, zinc and scale coatings and rust.
The substrate must satisfy the following
conditions in order to achieve sucient
magnetic holding force:
■The substrate must be magnetic.
■The clamping surface and the magnetic
foot (1) must be clean and grease-free.
■The clamping surface must be com-
pletely smooth and level.
NOTE
►Clean the substrate and the magnetic
foot (1) of the machine before use.
►Remove any unevenness and loose
rust from the substrate.
Preparing
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The best clamping eect is obtained on
low-carbon steel substrate with a thickness
of at least 20 mm.
Steel with low thickness
When drilling into low thickness steel, an
additional steel plate (minimum dimensions
100 x 200 x 20 mm) must be placed under
the workpiece. Secure the steel plate to
prevent it from falling.
NF metals or workpieces with an uneven
surface
A special holding device must be used
when drilling into NF metals or into work-
pieces with an uneven surface.
NOTE
►BDS oers a range of accessories
with special holding and clamping
devices for tubes and non-magnetic
materials.
Inserting the tool
WARNING
Risk of injury!
►Do not use damaged, contaminated
or worn tools.
►Change tools only when the machine
is switched o and at a standstill. Pull
the plug out of the mains socket.
►After inserting, check that the tool is
engaged securely.
►Only use tools, adapter and accesso-
ries that match the machine.
Preparing
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AutoMAB 350
Inserting the core drill (Fig.3)
Inserting the tool
Before mounting, clean the Weldon
shank of the core drill and tool mount
of the machine.
Check the cable connection for
grease.
Untighten both hexagonal socket
screws in the tool mount with the Allen
wrench (D) supplied.
Insert the core drill into the tool mount.
NOTE
►Insert the appropriate ejector pin
(B,C) before inserting a core drill.
Tighten both hexagonal socket screws
in the tool mount with the Allen wrench
(D) supplied.
Removing the tool
Untighten both hexagonal socket
screws in the tool mount with the Allen
wrench (D) supplied and remove the
tool from below.
AutoMAB 450
Insert the core drill into the industrial
holder (Fig. 4)
Push the industrial holder (4) into the
spindle taper of the machine.
Before inserting, clean the Weldon
shank of the tool and the tool holder.
Check the cable connection for
grease.
Unscrew both hexagonal socket
screws in the tool mount using the
hexagonal oset screwdriver (D)
supplied.
Insert the core drill into the tool mount.
NOTE
►Please only use an industrial holder
with manual clamping for this ma-
chine (in the scope of supply)!
►Insert the appropriate ejector pin (B,
C) before inserting the core drill.
Tighten both hexagonal socket screws
in the tool mount using the hexagonal
oset screwdriver (D) supplied.
Removing the tool
Unscrew both hexagonal socket
screws in the tool mount using the
hexagonal oset screwdriver (D) sup-
plied and remove the core drill from
below.
Using
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Using
Select the speed range
(AutoMAB 450 only)
ATTENTION
►Switch the gear stages only with the
machine at standstill.
NOTE
►Select the speed range according to
the material and drilling diameter.
Select the gear stage
The machine has a gearbox with two me-
chanical gear stages. The rotation speeds
of the gear stages are specied in the
technical data.
To select the desired gear stage,
set selector lever on the gearbox
(2) to stage 1 or 2 with the machine
switched o.
Activating/deactivating the mag-
netic clamp
Activating the magnetic clamp
ATTENTION
►To prevent the magnet from overheat-
ing, switch on the magnetic clamp
only when the machine is standing on
a magnetic substrate.
Turn on the switch (21). The indicator
lamp in the switch (21) lights up.
Check the magnet holding force with
the magnet indicator ("MAGNET
POWER" (22) indicator light).
"MAGNET POWER"
indicator light
Magnetic holding
force condition
GREEN Sucient
magnetic holding
force
RED Insucient magnet-
ic holding force
ATTENTION
►The maximum magnetic holding force
is only available after switching on the
motor.
Deactivating the magnetic clamp
Hold the handle tightly (3) to stop the
machine from slipping.
Turn the switch (21) o. The indicator
lamp in the switch (21) extinguishes.
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Switching automatic feed
on/o
The automatic feed can be switched on and
o at any time.
Switching on automatic feed
Move the hand lever (9) in the direc-
tion of the machine housing to position
1 (see g.2).
NOTE
►The automatic feed stops when
reaching the lower end position of the
machine slide and moves back to the
upper slide position automatically.
►The automatic feed can be interrupt-
ed at any time by pulling back one of
the three hand levers (9) (see also
“Switch o the automatic feed”).
►The motor can only be switched on
when the indicator lamp lights up
GREEN. When RED, the feed and
the drill motor are switched o auto-
matically.
Switch o the automatic feed
Move the hand lever (9) away from the
machine housing to position 2 (see
g.2).
NOTE
►If the clamping magnet loses adhe-
sion during processing, the feed and
drill motor is switched o.
This is possible as the result of an
unfavourable drill to feed speed ratio,
so that the machine is squeezed o
the substrate.
Switching the machine ON/OFF
Switching on the machine
Switch on the machine with the start/
stop switch (23).
The indicator lamp in the switch (23)
lights up.
NOTE
►The machine can only be switched on
when the magnetic clamp has been
switched on and the indicator lamp
lights up GREEN.
►Allow a severely overheated machine
to run on at idle speed for approx.
2 minutes.
►The machine switches o automati-
cally in the event of a power failure,
overload or if the magnetic clamp is
switched o.
Switching o the machine
Switch o the machine with the start/
stop switch (23).
The indicator lamp in the switch (23)
extinguishes.
Using
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Drilling with the machine
Drilling with core drills
When drilling with core drills, proceed as
follows:
Insert the corresponding ejector pin
into the core drill.
Insert the core drill into the tool mount
(see section “Inserting the tool”).
Place the machine at the location of
use, align it.
Switch on the clamping magnet and
check the magnetic holding force (see
section “Activating/deactivating the
magnetic clamp”).
Switch on the machine (see section
“Switching the machine ON/OFF”).
Direct the drill to the material with the
handle (9).
NOTE
►As an alternative to guiding the
drill with the hand lever, the drilling
procedure can also be performed
automatically.
Switch on the automatic feed for this
purpose (see section “Switching
automatic feed
on/o”).
After successful drilling:
Move the hand lever to position 2 (see
g. 2).
Move the machine slide to the upper
position with the hand lever.
Stop the machine.
NOTE
Observe the following instructions when
drilling with core drills:
►Drilling with core drills does not re-
quire great force. The drilling process
is not accelerated by higher pressure.
The drill wears faster and the ma-
chine can be overloaded.
►Use the high-performance BDS 5000
cutting oil in the cooling lubricant
system of the machine.
►The cooling lubricant system cannot
be used when working overhead. In
this case, use the high-performance
ZHS 400 grease spray. Spray the drill
on the inside and outside before drill-
ing. In the case of larger drill depths,
repeat this procedure.
►Make sure that swarf is removed
regularly. With larger drilling depths,
break up the swarf.
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Eliminating blockages, cleaning
Eliminating blockages
WARNING
Danger of cut injuries from broken
tool parts or swarf.
►Put protective gloves on before start-
ing work.
Blockages caused by a broken tool:
Switch o the machine. Remove plug
from the mains socket.
Use the handle to move the machine
slide to the upper position.
Replace defective tool. Remove swarf.
Other blockages:
Switch the machine o using the mo-
tor switch. Leave the magnetic clamp
switched on.
Use the handle to move the machine
slide to the upper position.
Remove swarf and check tool.
Cleaning
WARNING
►Switch o the machine and pull the
plug out of the mains socket before
starting maintenance and cleaning.
►When using compressed air for
cleaning, wear protective goggles and
gloves and protect other persons in
the working area.
ATTENTION
►Never immerse the machine in water
or other liquids.
After each use
Remove the inserted tool.
Remove swarf and coolant residues.
Clean the tool and the tool holder on
the machine.
Clean the guide of the machine slide.
Put the machine and accessories into
the transport case.
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Maintenance, storage
Maintenance
WARNING
Danger caused by unqualied repairs!
Unqualied repairs can lead to consid-
erable danger for the user and cause
damage to the machine.
►Repairs to electrical appliances may
only be carried out by the works cus-
tomer service or by specialists trained
by the manufacturer.
Adjusting the machine slide guide
If the machine slide guide (11) exhibits too
much clearance, it must be adjusted. To do
this, proceed as follows:
Loosen the clamping bolts.
Tighten the adjusting screws evenly.
Tighten the clamping bolts again.
Replacing the carbon brushes
Replacement of the carbon brushes may
only be carried out by BDS or by an au-
thorised specialist workshop. Unauthorised
repairs will invalidate the guarantee.
Customer service/service
Should you have any questions on custom-
er service/service, please contact BDS.We
will be happy to give you the address of
your nearest service partner.
Storage
If you do not intend to use the machine for
a longer period of time, clean it as de-
scribed in the section “Cleaning”. Store
the machine and all its accessories in the
transport case at a dry, clean and frost-free
location.
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Troubleshooting
Error Possible cause Remedy
The motor does not start after
pressing the ON/OFF switch
or stops during operation.
Plug not inserted into socket. Insert plug.
Circuit breaker switched o. Switch on circuit breaker.
The magnetic clamp is not
switched on.
Switch on the magnetic
clamp.
The internal overload pro-
tection has switched o the
motor due to too high power
consumption.
Check tool, machine and
workpiece.
Operate the machine within
the limits of the technical
data.
Contact customer service.
The circuit breaker in the
power distributor trips.
Too many appliances con-
nected to the same power
circuit.
Reduce the number of appli-
ances on the power circuit.
The machine is defective. Contact customer service.
The automatic feed does not
work.
The automatic feed is not
switched on. Switch on the automatic feed.
The magnetic clamp does not
function.
Magnet not switched on. Switch on magnet.
The surface is not magnetic. Use a suitable base.
The lubrication system does
not function.
No lubricant available. Top up the lubricant.
Lubricant tap closed. Open the lubricant tap.
Connecting nipple clogged. Clean the tank and nipple.
NOTE
►If you cannot resolve the problem with the steps described above, please contact
customer service.
Troubleshooting
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Technical data
Technical data
Model AutoMAB 350 AutoMAB 450
Dimensions (L x W x H) 271x196x310/460 280 x 163 x 430/590 mm
Magnetic foot (L x W) 84 x 168 84 x 168 mm
Approx. net weight. 15 16 kg
Operating voltage (see type plate) 230 V / 50-60 Hz
or 110-125 / 50-60 Hz
Power consumption 1050 1150 W
Noise emission 87 87 db(A)
Vibration 0.81 0.81 m/s²
Stroke 150 160 mm
Core drill, short Ø 12 - 35 45 mm
Core drill, long Ø 12 - 35 45 mm
Overload protection (motor power con-
sumption) YES YES
Permanent internal lubrication YES YES
Automatic feed YES YES
Speed:
Level 1 n0 = 750
n = 460
n0 = 400
n = 250 rpm
Level 2 - n0 = 730
n = 450 rpm
Core drill assembly Weldon
19 mm (3/4“)
MK2/19 mm industrial
holder (3/4“)
Connecting cable length 4 4 m
Protection class I I
Protection type IP20 IP20
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