Achieving high precision and efficiency in tube processing is crucial for producing quality components in HVAC manufacturing. The Automatic Tube End Forming Machine DS-20A offers automated tube end forming operations solutions. This article explores how this equipment enhances manufacturing capabilities and streamlines production processes in the HVAC industry.
Automatic Tube End Forming Machine: An Overview
The DS-20A Automatic Tube End Forming Machine is a specialized equipment designed to automate the tube end forming process. It features an automatic feeding system, a rotary forging structure for shrinking tube ends, and a dual-station transfer mechanism. This machine is particularly suited for processing copper-aluminum resistance welding joints and can be customized with dies to confirm specific pipe fitting hole sizes.
Key Features and Advantages
1. Versatile Material Handling: Capable of processing various materials including copper, aluminum, and steel bundy pipes.
2. Adjustable Feeding System: The hopper width and feeding stroke can be adjusted to accommodate different tube lengths, enhancing flexibility in production.
3. Automated Workflow: The machine performs loading, shrinking, and unloading operations automatically, significantly increasing work efficiency.
4. Safety Features: Includes an automatic tube detection system to prevent operational errors.
5. Precision Engineering: Utilizes a specially designed tube holding device to maintain tube integrity during processing.
6. Noise Reduction: The cutting die is designed to minimize noise generated during the forging process.
Technical Specifications
● Tube Diameter Range: 3-8mm
● Tube Length Capacity: 70-400mm
● Shrinking Length: 30-50mm
● Inner Diameter Precision: Φ1.9-Φ10.0±0.05mm
● Work Speed: 4-5 pieces per minute
● Power Requirement: 2.2kW
● Voltage: 380V, 50Hz, 3-phase
● Machine Weight: 860kg
● Control System: PLC control with HMI interface
Applications of Automatic Tube End Forming
The DS-20A Automatic Tube End Forming Machine is particularly valuable in various HVAC manufacturing processes where precise tube end forming is critical.
1. Production of Heat Exchanger Components:
● Precision Requirement: Heat exchangers require precisely formed tube ends to ensure optimal heat transfer and prevent leakage.
● Material Versatility: The DS-20A's ability to handle various materials (copper, aluminum, steel) aligns with the diverse material needs in heat exchanger manufacturing.
● Consistency: The automated process ensures uniform tube end formation, critical for maintaining heat exchanger efficiency.
2. Fabrication of Refrigeration System Tubing:
● Leak Prevention: Properly formed tube ends are crucial in refrigeration systems to prevent refrigerant leaks.
● Size Accuracy: The machine's ability to maintain tight tolerances (±0.05mm) is essential for creating secure connections in refrigeration tubing.
● High-Volume Production: With a speed of 4-5 pieces per minute, the DS-20A can meet the high-volume demands of refrigeration system manufacturers.
3. Manufacturing of Air Conditioning Unit Parts:
● Diverse Tube Sizes: The adjustable features of the DS-20A allow it to handle the various tube sizes commonly used in air conditioning units.
● Quality Control: The automatic tube detection system ensures that only properly sized tubes are processed, reducing defects in AC components.
● Efficiency: Automated operation significantly speeds up the production of air conditioning parts, reducing labor costs and increasing output.
4. Creating Precise Connections for HVAC Piping Systems:
● Joint Integrity: The rotary forging structure ensures robust tube end formation, critical for creating leak-free connections in HVAC piping.
● Customization: The ability to equip the machine with specific dies allows manufacturers to create tube ends that precisely match their piping system requirements.
● Consistency Across Batches: Automated processing ensures that tube ends are formed consistently across large production runs, essential for system-wide compatibility in HVAC installations.
The Automated Tube End Forming Process
The DS-20A's operational process is designed for efficiency and precision:
1. Tube Loading:
● Cut pipes are placed in the adjustable hopper.
● The hopper's width can be adjusted to accommodate tubes of different lengths, ranging from 70mm to 400mm.
2. Automatic Feeding:
● The linkage structure ensures accurate, single-piece feeding.
● This prevents material pile-ups and ensures a smooth, consistent flow of tubes into the machine.
3. Tube End Forming:
● The rotary forging structure, featuring a robust casting shell, shapes the tube end.
● This process can shrink tube ends from 30mm to 50mm in length.
● The specially designed cutting die ensures precision and a high-quality finish while reducing operational noise.
4. Quality Check:
● The machine can be equipped with dies to verify hole sizes.
● This step ensures that the inner diameter of the formed tube end meets the required specifications (Φ1.9-Φ10.0±0.05mm).
5. Transfer and Ejection:
● A pneumatic gripper system moves processed tubes between stations.
● This dual-station design allows for simultaneous processing, enhancing overall efficiency.
● Finished pieces are automatically ejected and ready for the next stage of production or packaging.
Why Choose BOBO Machine
BOBO Machine offers several compelling advantages with the DS-20A:
1. Customization Options: We can tailor the machine to your specific production needs, ensuring it integrates seamlessly into your manufacturing process.
2. Quality Components: The DS-20A utilizes a robust casting shell for the shrinking head, ensuring forging strength and extended operational life.
3. Precision Output: Our specially designed cutting dies not only ensure high accuracy and finish quality but also contribute to a quieter working environment.
4. Efficiency: The dual-station design maximizes productivity, allowing for continuous operation and higher output.
5. Versatility: With its ability to handle various materials and tube sizes, the DS-20A can adapt to changing production requirements.
6. User-Friendly Interface: The machine features PLC control with an HMI interface, making it easy for operators to monitor and adjust the process.
7. After-Sales Support: We offer a comprehensive one-year warranty from the date of the Bill of Lading, demonstrating our confidence in the machine's quality and our commitment to customer satisfaction.
8. Global Expertise: With years of experience in serving the HVAC industry globally, we understand the unique challenges and requirements of manufacturers worldwide.
9. Cost-Effective Solution: While delivering high-end performance, our machines offer an excellent return on investment through increased productivity and reduced labor costs.
Conclusion
The Automatic Tube End Forming Machine DS-20A represents a significant advancement in HVAC component manufacturing. For HVAC manufacturers seeking to improve their tube processing operations, BOBO Machine's DS-20A offers a solution that not only meets current needs but also provides the flexibility to adapt to future challenges. Contact us today to learn how this equipment can optimize your manufacturing processes and drive your business forward in the competitive HVAC market.