EL-CELL EL-Cut User manual

© 2020 EL-Cell GmbH
User Manual
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EL-Cut
High precision cutting pliers

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The information in this manual has been carefully checked and believed to be accurate;
however, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies.
EL-Cell GmbH maintains the right to make changes without further notice to products
described in this manual to improve reliability, function, or design. EL-Cell GmbH does not
assume any liability arising from the use or application of this product.
EL-Cell GmbH
Tempowerkring 8
21079 Hamburg - Germany
phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
web: www.el-cell.com

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Content
1 Product description ...................................................................................................................................... 4
2 Technical data ................................................................................................................................................ 4
3 Features............................................................................................................................................................ 5
4 Mode of operation ........................................................................................................................................ 5
5 Guidelines for intended use ....................................................................................................................... 6
6 Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................................... 6
7 Technical support .......................................................................................................................................... 7
8 Warranty .......................................................................................................................................................... 7

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1 Product description
The EL-Cut is a high-precision punching tool specially designed for punching electrodes from
coated Cu and Al foils.
In contrast to conventional punching (stamping), electrodes being cut (fine blanked) by the
EL-Cut are produced by three active forces and in tools with a few microns cutting clearance.
The fine blanking process results in electrodes having clean cutting surfaces without torn or
chipped edges and being almost perfectly flat.
The punching tool of the EL-Cut is permanently installed and cannot be changed. The EL-Cut
is available in different versions, each with a different cutting tool.
2Technical data
Height: 140 mm
Width: 380 mm
Depth: 60mm
Weight: approx. 2.8 kg

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3Features
The diameter of the tool can be between 6 and 40 mm. Different shapes, e.g. squared, are
possible
Specifically designed for cutting electrodes coated on Al and Cu foil
High-accuracy and durable cutting unit.
4Mode of operation
The sheet to be punched is inserted
with the electrode coating pointing
either upwards or downwards (1).
When the pliers handle is operated, the
sheet is first fixed at the edge outside
the punch contour (2) before the inner
part is extracted (3). This process is
sometimes referred to as fine blanking.

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5Guidelines for intended use
These punch pliers are designed for use with Cu and Al foils in 0.1 to 0.3 mm thickness. If
you would like to use them for other materials or thicknesses, please contact us in case of
doubt. (e-mail: [e-mail])
Do not punch lithium metal foil with the pliers.
Do not punch electrode films wetted with electrolyte, or any sticky films
For punching, place the electrode film into the punching slit with electrode coating
pointing downwards.
The high-precision cutting unit is very sensitive. You should therefore prevent impacts
such as, for example, if the tool falls over.
Actuate the pliers with gentle force only. In case of blockage, the pliers have to be
unlocked by pushing the small lever (blue arrow) upwards while slightly compressing the
two handles.
6Cleaning
After use, as necessary, clean the punch and the die with alcohol and compressed air.
NOTE: Punch and die are made of hardened steel with limited stability against corrosion.
Don’t expose to corrosive atmosphere. Don’t leave wetted.

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7Technical support
Technical support for this product is exclusively provided by EL-Cell GmbH.
EL-Cell GmbH
Tempowerkring 8
21079 Hamburg - Germany
phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
web: www.el-cell.com
8Warranty
For a period of one year from the date of shipment, EL-Cell GmbH (hereinafter Seller) warrants
the goods to be free from defect in material and workmanship to the original purchaser.
During the warranty period, Seller agrees to repair or replace defective and/or nonconforming
goods or parts without charge for material or labor, or, at the Seller’s option, demand return
of the goods and tender repayment of the price. Buyer’s exclusive remedy is repair or
replacement of defective and nonconforming goods, or, at Seller’s option, the repayment of
the price.
Seller excludes and disclaims any liability for lost profits, personal injury, interruption of
service, or for consequential incidental or special damages arising out of, resulting from, or
relating in any manner to these goods.
This Limited Warranty does not cover defects, damage, or nonconformity resulting from
abuse, misuse, neglect, lack of reasonable care, modification, or the attachment of improper
devices to the goods. This Limited Warranty does not cover expendable items. This warranty is
void when repairs are performed by a non-authorized person or service center. At Seller’s
option, repairs or replacements will be made on site or at the factory. If repairs or
replacements are to be made at the factory, Buyer shall return the goods prepaid and bear all
the risks of loss until delivered to the factory. If Seller returns the goods, they will be delivered
prepaid and Seller will bear all risks of loss until delivery to Buyer. Buyer and Seller agree that
this Limited Warranty shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of
Germany.
The warranties contained in this agreement are in lieu of all other warranties expressed or
implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
This Limited Warranty supersedes all prior proposals or representations oral or written and
constitutes the entire understanding regarding the warranties made by Seller to Buyer. This
Limited Warranty may not be expanded or modified except in writing signed by the parties
hereto.