Southbend SB1023 manual About This Machine, Capabilities, Features

Model SB1023 I N T R O D U C T I O N For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09

INTRODUCTION

About This Machine

Capabilities

This 6 x 12" Surface Grinder allows you to smooth the surface of metallic workpieces. It utilizes a table that moves on a horizontal plane and a grinding wheel that moves along a vertical axis. By mounting a workpiece to the table, then moving the table and the grinding wheel during the grinding process, extremely small amounts of material can be removed to create high-tolerance flat surfaces.

One example of this type of work may occur when the table surface of a metalworking or woodworking machine needs to be made perfectly flat. By removing the table from the machine and processing it with a surface grinder, a perfectly flat surface can be created.

Another example of this type of work often occurs in the automotive industry. When a head gasket needs replacing, it is common practice to resurface the engine head to make sure it is perfectly flat, in case any warping has occurred. The head can be precisely ground using a surface grinder.

Features

Now that you know the basics of what this machine can do, take a minute to consider its features.

The SB1023 is equipped with easy-to-reach front-mounted handwheels for controlling table movement.

The table travels in the longitudinal direction on a ball-bearing supported table, driven by a rack-and-pinion mechanism. The stand doubles as a storage cabinet where you can keep the necessary tools and extra grinding wheels right where you need them.

The included diamond dresser is used to true the grinding wheel, ensuring high-precision results.

Aside from these features, we designed this machine to be extremely solid and durable. With thick, hardened steel ways, cast-iron construction, and Allen Bradley electrical components, this South Bend surface grinder is built to last.

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