Air Drill optimizes precision waterjet cutting systems.
Press Release Summary:
Available in stationary or laterally adjustable models, pneumatic, self-feeding drill fits on any precision waterjet cutting system to help ream holes to precise diameter or pierce sensitive materials prior to cutting them with waterjet. Heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant design includes hydraulic feed control unit, feed stroke adjustment, exhaust collector, and PLC interface manifold. With no load speed of 3,300 rpm, drill can be set for any stroke from 5/16-3 in.
Original Press Release:
Jet Edge Introduces New Air Drill for Precision Waterjet Cutting Systems
(ST. MICHAEL, Minn. - January 29, 2007) - Jet Edge, Inc. is pleased to introduce a pneumatic self-feeding drill for its precision waterjet cutting systems. The drill is available in stationary or laterally adjustable models.
The air drill gives waterjet operators the opportunity to expand their cutting capabilities and take in new types of work by enabling them to quickly pierce sensitive materials prior to cutting them with waterjet. It also can be used for reaming holes to a precise diameter. The drill works with any manufacturer's waterjet system. Its heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant design ensures a maximum operating life.
The drill features a hydraulic feed control unit, feed stroke adjustment, exhaust collector and PLC interface manifold. A flexible bellows cover is mounted to the front of the drill to protect it from foreign material. All controls are internal; there are no limit switches. The drill has a free running rpm of 3,300 and can be set for any stroke from 5/16 to 3 inches. It is supplied with a ¼-inch stainless steel drill chuck. The drill requires an air supply of 27 CFM at 100 psi and a control voltage of 24VDC. All control valves are contained within a NEMA-rated electrical enclosure.
About Jet Edge
Jet Edge is an ultra-high pressure waterjet technology company with a global presence. Jet Edge's primary business includes designing, engineering, manufacturing and servicing ultra-high pressure intensifier pumps, precision waterjet and abrasive waterjet cutting systems, surface preparation and coating removal products, as well as high-pressure cutting heads and related products, parts and components. Jet Edge products are used in a wide range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace and industrial manufacturers and machine and job shops. Headquartered in St. Michael, Minn., the company has distribution partners throughout North and South America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East and serves customers in over 100 countries. For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (1-800-538-3343) or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.
