TRI TOOL INC.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Problem: The Tool Bit Chatters

Probable causes:

The tool bit is loose or overextended.

The tool bit is damaged.

The tool holder is too loose in the slides.

The cutting speed is too fast.

The clamping pads are loose on the pipe or tube.

Cutting fluid is required.

The main bearing pre-load is loose.

Problem: There is excessive Tool Bit wear

Probable causes:

The pipe or tube material is too hard or abrasive. The cutting speed is too fast.

Cutting fluid is required.

A dull Tool Bit is causing surface hardening conditions (Stainless pipe or tubing).

There is scale or other foreign matter on the pipe or tube, which is dulling the tool bit at the start of the cut.

The tool bit is incorrect for the material being cut.

Problem: The surface finish is rough

Probable causes:

The tool bit is dull, chipped, etc.

Metal build-up on the cutting edge of the tool bit is creating a false cutting edge.

Cutting fluid is required.

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DeWalt 550 specifications Trouble Shooting, Problem The Tool Bit Chatters