Threadformer Brochure

UNSCREWING DEVICES FOR MOLDS The Threadformer™

The Threadformer™ Features and Specifications

• Powerful Hydraulic Motor • Precision Core stopping • Compact and sturdy design • Unscrews 70 mm

MADE IN THE USA

Complete single unit Threadformer installation.

Features

Specifications The Superior Threadformer is supplied ready for operation. The fixed thread guide nut comes with factory-machined internal threads matching the pitch of the thread to be molded. Three powerful hydraulic motors to choose from, which can deliver up to 2,450 rpm. Single-drive unit mounts to mold using two M10 SHCS. 24 volt DC high precision proximity switches are included for hydraulic control. All steel parts are hardened and ground with the core holder nitrided for extra wear-resistance.

The Threadformer unscrewing devices are precise, sturdy and cost-efficient

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Modular design suits many applications

• Powerful hydraulic motor for rapid unscrewing action • Repeatable precise core stopping ability within .003” or better • Compact single and twin drive unit designs • Supports long thread depths, pitches, and types • Requires minimal maintenance for high production use • Retrofittable for new or existing injection molds • Demolds both right and left-hand threads • Can be mounted at any angle or within the mold

Our unscrewing devices provide time and cost gains in mold making while reducing production costs for the injection molder by giving reliable, trouble-free service.

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Thread Core Mounting

Simply install your threaded core into the core holder and secure with two set screws via a common 16mm shank system. Your moldmaker or Superior Die Set can fabricate the threaded core. Pitch should include shrinkage. Core locks should always be used when axial pressure is applied to the core, as in blind hole applications.

Core Nut

Guide Thread Assembly

Unscrews 70 mm (Standard Version)

Technical Information Machine Core hole clearance in mold +,01/+,02 mm (.0005”) Single-drive dimensions: 110 x 142 x 181 mm (4.3 x 5.6 x 7.1 in) Weight approximately 7.5 kg (16.5 lbs.) Twin-drive dimensions: 190 x 147 x 181 mm (7.5 x 5.8 x 7.1 in) Custom axis spacings can be provided upon request. DO NOT DOWEL MOUNT THREADFORMER TO MOLD BASE

Motor Selections Size 8, 32, or 50 cm 3

5.591

Superior will select the best motor suited to your application. Pitches are from 0.5 mm up to 20 mm. Thread lengths up to 100 mm and thread diameters to maximum 50 mm (depends on thread type).

Positioning Accuracy -

Instruction

To guarantee a precise thread start position, the core holder must run against a fixed stop with its entire front surface area at a pressure not exceeding 40 bar. To increase speed of unit, maximize hydraulic VOLUME instead of pressure. The flow of hydraulic fluid must be shut off by use of a proximity switch slightly before the core holder touches the fixed stop. For the core holder retraction movement, the unscrewing pressure must be higher than the screw-in pressure. However, the unscrewing pressure should not be higher than 100 bar.

3.150

The retraction of the core holder must again be stopped by a proximity switch. This will involve some after running. Care should be taken to ensure that the core holder does not run up against a fixed stop at this point. In case this has happened, the core holder must be released manually. With through-thread, note that the core holder must not touch but should have up to 0,02 mm clearance upon reaching the thread start position. This amount of play will not result in melt film formation.

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Basic Upright Unit

Motor

Flange Plate

Drive Wheel

Base Plate

Intermediate Wheel

Retaining Disc

Single Unit

Core Nut Guide Thread Assembly

Follower Disc

Telescope Wheel

7.106

5.945

5.157

TWIN THREADFORMER UNIT

CORE SPACING 80 or 120 mm Standard Version (Custom Spacing Available)

.787

4.331

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2D & 3D CAD MODELS AVAILABLE

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Right Angle Unit

Compact Unit

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C

NEW - “NTGA” type compact unscrewing device shows its merits in two molding applications. The upstanding cores (marked red) are passed through the telescopic sleeve and secured against turning behind the unscrewing device. Unique thru-hole is ideal for threaded core cooling (marked blue).

THRU-HOLE IN THE TELESCOPING SECTION AND CORE HOLDER Install diverse options like - upstanding cores, core cooling tubes or blowing needles for making bottles or containers. (available upon request)

TWIN RIGHT ANGLE DRIVE UNIT

11.039

4.862

3.780

S

.787

4.331

2D & 3D CAD Models Available

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Upright Compact Unit

Compact Unit

Insulator Plate

TWIN UPRIGHT COMPACT UNIT

Water Connectors

Coolant Lines

KTGA baseplate with optional coolant lines and water connectors. There is also an optional insulator plate to prevent overheating of the unit. These two options are available on all threadformer models upon request.

9.898

5.276

4.646

3.701

3.071

.630

video

2.362 3.760

3.150

2D & 3D CAD Models Available

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THREADFORMER DESIGN ASSISTANCE

900 W. Drexel Avenue • Oak Creek, WI 53154 Phone (800) 558-6040 • FAX (800) 657-0855 messages@superiordieset.com www.superiordieset.com SERVING THE DIE & MOLD BUILDING INDUSTRIES

THREADFORMER TECHNICAL INFORMATION

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