RGS430 Plunge Grinder
The new standard in ingate removal, the RGS programmable plunge type grinder
with adjustable rise & fall action is the ideal machine for ingate removal
on investment castings. The RGS Series of grinders are available in the RGS430,
RGS450 and RGS460 possessing a 30, 50 and 60Hp motor respectively.
Customer Endorsement
"The RGS430 provided as much as a 70% reduction in direct labour costs, and
60% reduction in belt usage, while facilitating a safer, more ergonomic work
environment and consistent quality." Biomet Inc.
Internal Hydraulic System
The RGS plunge grinder has an inbuilt hydraulic power pack that powers all of the machine motions. This includes a spindle brake for rapid stops and hydraulic belt tensioning which is more effective than pneumatic systems. The belt tension is also monitored and will cause an "Emergency Stop" shutdown should the abrasive belt break during operation.
Operator Control Buttons
This ensures that operators cannot be near the job during the grinding cycle. Emergency stop - all machine movements are completely stopped. The operator position has an ergonomic adjustable height (37"- 44"/ 940mm - 1120mm from floor) cycle start station. Cycle is initiated via two photoelectric touch switches that eliminate hand, wrist, and arm stresses associated with mechanical switch operation. The two button start is anti-tiedown, anti-repeat for safe operation.
Operator Interface Panel
This panel allows for digital programming of the following parameters: grind rate, grind depth, belt oscillation distance, incremental feed, spark out cycles, table height and cycle counter as standard. In addition, the RGS430 also has part storage for 850 parts. The panel also displays operating modes, machine alarms, diagnostic screens, and preventive maintenance alarms with a PLC low battery warning.
Operator Shield
The operator is protected from swarf and debris by a 12mm polycarbonate shield during the grinding process.
Grinding Belt
The belt tensioner and belt tension pressure gauge is located on the front of the machine. This allows the operator to simple change the belt tension to suit the belt specifications. The belt can be easily changed through the side door.
The RGS 430 is designed for use with standard 4" wide x 132" long (100mm x 3350mm) abrasive belts which are the most economical size for ingate removal but belts between 3" to 5" (75mm to 125mm) can be run with oscillation. The machine is designed to remove up to 2 in.˛ (1290 mm˛) of ingate contact during the plunge. The RGS450 and RGS460 are designed for use with standard 6" wide x 132" long (150mm x 3350mm) abrasive belts, but belts between 4" to 7" (100mm to 175mm) can be run with oscillation. An 8" (200mm) belt can be run, but without oscillation. Material removal of up to 4 in.˛ (2581 mm˛) of ingate contact during the plunge is achievable.
T-Slot Table
Allows for easy manoeuvrability and machine setup. This equates to fast and easy factory layout changes for improvements in production flow.
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