There is a T-slot on the T-slot platform. The function of the T-slot is to fix the workpiece with bolts and screws, which is convenient for welding and assembly. The size of the T-slot should be determined according to the size of the bolts used. The specifications and dimensions are generally customized according to customer needs.

 

The method of processing custom T-slots is roughly as follows:

1. Align and clamp the plate according to the processing line that has been drawn on the end face and upper plane of the cast iron plate.

 

2. Use a grooving knife to make a right-angle groove. If the T-slot is small (the groove width is less than 100mm), the top right-angle groove is not required for high accuracy, and it can be cut out in one pass to make its width equal to the width of the T-slot notch. If the T-slot is small and the notch accuracy is high or the T-slot is large, the right-angle grooves must be planed twice by rough planing and fine planing.

 

3. Plan the left and right grooves on the side. Before processing, use a cast iron square ruler or a cast iron square ruler to check whether the cutting edge of the elbow cutter is perpendicular to the top surface of the cast iron plate (a small angle ε is allowed, generally ε=25~30, to resist the cutting resistance and make the planer tool shaft produce If it is not vertical, the tool should be readjusted to ensure verticality. Then use an elbow cutter to plan the grooves on the left and right sides respectively.

 

4. Chamfer. Use two pointed planers with 45° entering angles for chamfering.

 

 

cast iron T-slot plates

 

The precautions for the T-slot platform are as follows:

 

1. When planing the grooves of T-slots in cast iron plates, the cutting amount is required, and manual cutting should be used to avoid damage to the cutting tool and the workpiece.

 

2. In the process of planing the T-slot, pay attention to the non-cutting part of the tool not to rub or collide with the cast iron plate to avoid accidents or waste.

 

3. At the end of each cutting stroke and between the beginning of the return stroke, the cutting planer must be lifted out of the groove. Therefore, the front and back overtravel should be enlarged appropriately so that there is ample room and space to lift or drop the knife.

 

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