EMUGE FRANKEN Softsynchro 6 User manual

Softsynchro® 6
Quick-change tap holder Softsynchro®6
Operating instruction

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Contents:
1Application range, safety instructions and technical data...........4
1.1 Application range, determined use ................................................................... 4
1.2 Safety instructions and hints............................................................................. 5
1.3 Proprietary rights .............................................................................................. 5
1.4 Dimensions and technical data......................................................................... 6
2Putting the quick-change tap holders into operation ...................7
2.1 Unpacking......................................................................................................... 7
2.2 First putting into operation ................................................................................ 7
2.2.1 Assembly of the coolant-lubricant tube for quick-change tap holders with
hollow taper shank (according to DIN 69893-HSK-A).......................................... 8
2.3 Re-putting into operation................................................................................... 9
2.4 Quick-change adapter ...................................................................................... 9
2.4.1 Application and choice of the quick-change adapter............................... 9
2.4.2 Insert taps/cold-forming taps into the quick-change adapter................. 10
2.5 Insert quick-change adapter ........................................................................... 11
2.6 Remove quick-change adapter....................................................................... 12
2.7 Detach tap/cold-forming tap............................................................................ 13
3Maintenance...................................................................................14
3.1 Maintenance schedule.................................................................................... 14
3.2 External cleaning............................................................................................ 14
4Storage when not in use ...............................................................14

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Warnings, symbols
In this operating instruction the following symbols are used:
Attention
Marks special instructions, rules and prohibitions, which are important in order to avoid
any damage.
Please observe these instructions!
Note
Marks application instructions and other useful information.
Sectional view:
Quick-change tap holder Softsynchro® 6

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1 Application range, safety instructions and technical data
1.1 Application range, determined use
The quick-change tap holder type Softsynchro®6 are used on CNC machining
centres with synchronous control. They are intended for clamping of taps/cold-
forming taps for thread production.
The integrated minimal length compensation on tension and compression
compensates arising minimal pitch differences between synchronous spindle and
tap/cold-forming tap which would lead to high thread flank friction forces. An eventual
increase of the axial force during the thread producing cycle is reduced to a
minimum. The resulting advantages are:
- No mis-cutting of the threads
- Optimised tap/cold-forming tap life
Normally the quick-change tap holders type Softsynchro®6 are equipped with one of
the following shanks:
Hollow taper shank according to DIN 69893-HSK-A
Taper shank according to DIN 69871 AD or B
The cutting range of each type is indicated in table 1, page 6.
The quick-change tap holders type Softsynchro®6 are suitable for coolant pressures
up to 50 bar.
The clamping of the tap/cold-forming tap is locked via quick-change adapters of type
HE 2-IKZ(Z). The quick-change adapters must be chosen depending on the used
tap/cold-forming tap, please see table 1, page 6
The non-determined use exempts the manufacturer from any liability.

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1.2 Safety instructions and hints
For all works, i.e. putting into operation, production and maintenance, please observe the
details given in the operating instructions.
All relevant safety regulations as well as local instructions are to be observed when working
with the collet holders.
Below please find some basic rules:
Attention
Please wear gloves during tool change to avoid injury.
Basically change the tool yourself to avoid the sudden start of the spindle
caused by mis-operating.
Hold the tool when loosening the tool clamping to avoid it falling down and
damaging the tool and the work piece.
Keep the tool adaption clean.
There are maximum values for cutting speeds and feeds for every kind of
machining. Please observe such data.
Please observe the maximum tool dimensions.
Furthermore, the instructions of the tool manufacturers are valid!
1.3 Proprietary rights
The entire contents of these operating instructions are subject to German proprietary
rights legislation.
Any form of multiplication, processing, broadcasting, passing on to third parties - also
in the form of extracts - and any kind of use outside the boundaries of proprietary
rights requires the written consent of EMUGE GmbH&Co.KG.

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1.4 Dimensions and technical data
Picture 1: Quick-change tap holder Softsynchro®6
Table 1: Technical Data of the quick-change tap holder type Softsynchro® 6
Type
Cutting range
Quick-
change
adapter
D
[mm]
C1
[mm]
T2
[mm]
Maximum
coolant
pressure
[bar]
D1
[mm]
D3
[mm]
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M45 - M76
1⅜ - 2⅜
HE 2
IKZ(Z)
110
2
2
50
75
110
Further outer dimensions of the individual types depend on the required shank.
The dimensions may be taken from the EMUGE main catalogue.
1
Length compensation on compression
2
Length compensation on tension
Compression C T Tension

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2 Putting the quick-change tap holders into operation
2.1 Unpacking
Take the quick-change tap holder from the packing
Clean the quick-change tap holder with a duster to remove any conservation
oil
Note
Do not use any aggressive solvents.
Do not use fibrous materials i.e. steel wool.
The quick-change tap holder is now ready for operation.
Exception:
Type with hollow taper shank (HSK). Please refer to chapter 2.4.1 page 9, for how
to put this quick-change tap holder into operation.
2.2 First putting into operation
Note
For quick-change tap holders with HSK-shank (hollow taper shank) the coolant-
lubricant tube must be mounted prior to putting into operation, see chapter 2.2.1,
page 8
When working with internal coolant supply:
The tap holders are made for coolant pressures up to 50 bar
Attention
The exchange of the tool must not be executed while the machine spindle rotates!
Only use tool shanks suitable for the specific machine.
Make sure the tool is correctly clamped.
Otherwise: Risk of accident by spinning of the tool!
Please see also the indications in the operating instruction of your machine tool!
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2.2.1 Assembly of the coolant-lubricant tube for quick-change tap holders with
hollow taper shank (according to DIN 69893-HSK-A)
a) Components
b) Prepare of coolant-lubricant tube
1. Slide on the both O-rings
2. Slide on thread nut
c) Mount coolant-lubricant tube in the shank
Note
Required tool:
Choose appropriate assembly wrench for the shank size
(For the assembly wrench please refer to the EMUGE main catalogue, category
accessories)
1. Plug assembly wrench on
the coolant-lubricant tube
Watch the position of the
pins to the grooves!
2. Screw coolant-lubricant
tube in the shank
Pins
Groove
Coolant-lubricant tube
O-ring small
cross-section
O-Ring big
cross-section
Thread nut
O-ring big cross section
O-ring small cross section

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2.3 Re-putting into operation
If the quick-change tap holder is back into operation as described in chapter 4, page
14, please go through the following steps:
- Clean the quick-change tap holder with a duster to remove any conservation oil
Note
Do not use any aggressive solvents.
Do not use fibrous materials i.e. steel wool.
- If necessary, prepare the quick-change tap holder as described in chapter 2.2,
page 7
2.4 Quick-change adapter
2.4.1 Application and choice of the quick-change adapter
The adaptation of the tap / cold-forming tap is executed via quick-change adapters.
The following quick-change adapters are available:
Type HE2-IKZZ
Design for taps/cold-forming taps
with internal coolant-lubricant bore
hole
Type HE2-IKZ
Design for taps/cold-forming taps
without internal coolant-lubricant bore
hole.
The coolant-lubricant supply is guided
along the tap/cold-forming tap shank
The tap/cold-forming tap is clamped and centered via three screws.
The torque arising during the thread producing cycle is transferred via the square
integrated in the quick-change adapter.
All quick-change adapters are suited for producing right/ and left-hand threads.
The clamping diameter is defined by the used tap/cold-forming tap. Each diameter
requires a separate adapter.

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2.4.2 Insert taps/cold-forming taps into the quick-change adapter
Attention
Choose the appropriate quick-change adapter for the used tap/cold-forming tap!
Note
Required tool:
Type HE 2-IKZ(Z): Hexagon socket wrench, width across flats 4
1. Push tap/cold-forming
tap into the adapter.
Note
Bring square into
correct position by
turning the tool.
2. Tighten all three screws
equally
Note
Tightening torque:
10 Nm
the tap/cold-forming tap
is locked at the shank
Note
This instruction is valid for all quick-change adapters types:
HE 2-IKZ(Z) and HE 2-IKZ
Screws for tightening the tap/cold-
forming tap
Quick-change adapter
Tap/cold-forming tap

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2.5 Insert quick-change adapter
Attention
The change of the adapter must not be executed while the machine spindle rotates!
1. Fix the shank.
i.e. by adapting the holder in
the machine spindle
2. Push grip sleeve in direction
of the holder shank and hold
it.
3. Push in quick-change
adapter
Note
The drivers of the holder
must be located in the
grooves of the adapter!
4. Pull the grip sleeve forward,
let go
→Check, whether grip
sleeve is in front position
Note
The instruction is valid for quick-change tap holders type Softsynchro®6 and for
quick-change adapters type HE2-IKZ(Z)
Tap/cold-forming tap
Quick-change adapter
Grip sleeve
Holder
Shank

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2.6 Remove quick-change adapter
Attention
The change of the adapter must not be executed while the machine spindle rotates!
1. Push grip sleeve in
direction of shank and
hold it.
2. Remove quick-change
adapter
3. Let go of grip sleeve
Note
The instruction is valid for quick-change tap holders type Softsynchro®6 and for
quick-change adapters type HE2-IKZ(Z)
Grip sleeve
Shank
Holder
Quick-change adapter
Tap/cold-forming tap

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2.7 Detach tap/cold-forming tap
Note
Required tool:
Type HE 2-IKZ(Z): Hexagon socket wrench, width across flats 4
1. Loosen the three screws
2. Remove tap/cold-
forming tap
Note
The instruction is valid for all quick-change adapters types:
HE 2-IKZZ and HE 2-IKZ
Tap/cold-forming tap
Quick-change adapter
Screws for tightening the
tap/cold-forming tap

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3 Maintenance
3.1 Maintenance schedule
What?
When?
Who?
External cleaning
Periodically, depending on the degree
of dirt
Operator
3.2 External cleaning
Clean the quick-change tap holder at periodic intervals with a duster, depending on
how dirty the holder is.
Attention
Do not use any aggressive solvents.
Do not use fibrous materials i.e. steel wool.
Do not clean and dry the quick-change tap holder in an automatic washplace, as a
result the built-in dampers and seals may be damaged.
4 Storage when not in use
If the collet holder is taken out of service, please go through the following steps:
- Clean the quick-change tap holder with a duster, see chapter 3.2
- Spray the quick-change tap holder with preservation oil to avoid rusting
Attention
Before storage, all evidence of coolant and machining residues must be removed!

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Notes:

EMUGE quick-change tap holder Softsynchro® 6
Operating instruction
Article number: ZB10047.DE 10385707
Original in German, Edition: 2, last change: 01.04.2018, change stage: 1
Please keep the operating instruction for future use!
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