Reduction
In Non-Conforming Holes
A decline in the number of incompatible holes can reduce costly re-work for
the operators. The mechanism that is providing the impetus for feed in the
MOAD is not mechanically linked to or driven by the motor that is moving the
cutter. This technology allows the drill motor to have a greater degree of
sensitivity to the present cutting conditions. The fact that the force is applied
evenly and concentrically eliminates the “moment” effect typically
found in conventional self feed drill motors, which can cause the drilled hole
to exceed tolerance limits upon “breaking through”. The MOAD feed
force concept creates a hydraulic brake of sorts; therefore, if a cutter is
dull, it will not punch through the material. The result of these MOAD features
is a greatly reduced chance for delamination.
Significant Increase in the
Cutter Life
Premature cutter disposal is a large cost burden for customers. The MOAD’s
design allows for the feed rate to slow as the cutter becomes dull. Additionally,
the MOAD’s integrated electronics package provides feedback associated
with the drill cycle time. As the cutter dulls, the cycle time will lengthen
until it exceeds a predetermined time. At this point, the operator is notified
by the tool’s electronics module of a recommended cutter change. Additionally,
the electronics package counts the number of cycles. The ability of the MOAD
to monitor feed rate time and to count cycles enables the operators to achieve
the optimal life of the cutter.
Faster Drilling Times
The feed force mechanism allows the MOAD to drill faster in composite and slower
in titanium when these materials are stacked. The MOAD is an excellent
tool for single pass processes (drill and ream). In many cases, the MOAD
can drill materials at a dramatically faster rate than its positive feed
counterparts.
Ergonomics
The MOAD is designed with an emphasis on ergonomics. The tool is very lightweight
(less than 7 pounds), and it operates at acceptable noise levels (less
than 79 dBA). The tool handle rotates 360 degrees, enabling the operator
to easily lock the bushing into the tooling fixture. Lastly, the exhaust
deflector can be rotated 360 degrees for operator preferences.
The MOAD is a state-of-the-art,
ergonomically superior tool
with your company’s bottom line in mind.
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