Overview
VW5960LPT WIDE part size machine was developed for wider, shorter part types such as intake manifolds and other upper parts sized up to 950mm x 510mm. This machine is unique in that it uses dual, outboard hydraulic cylinders. The ability to lower the part loading height and weld extra tall parts makes this machine special.
Like all Dukane vibration welders, the VW5960LPT features a fully welded rectangular steel tubing frame and lift table. The vibration bridge is flame cut from a massive slab of 200mm thick steel, then precision machined to within 0.1mm. High strength tempered steel springs support the cast stainless steel lamination carriers. These carriers are investment cast for increased fatigue life.
A compact, fully contained hydraulic power unit provides up to 27KN of table clamp force, capable of flattening warped parts prior to welding. The rigid part support table is supported by eight linear ball bearing packs on four independently adjusted, ground steel guide rails. This bearing/alignment design maintains precise motion throughout the entire 736mm table travel. This large machine is 3100mm wide by 1300mm deep. A 1500mm by 800mm external hydraulic unit is also required. If desired, this hydraulic unit can use independent power units to run hydraulic tooling separate from the welder.
All Dukane 5000 series welders incorporate a 380mm diagonal, color touchscreen for easy viewing. Tooling Inputs/Outputs are assignable and can be enabled at multi-set points in the welding process. Dukane’s patented Digital Frequency Drive closes the loop on vibration frequency, table position and welding amplitude. The welding process is dynamically programmable and controlled at up to 5 set points during the weld. All Dukane 5000 series welders include our unique “Q-Factor” tooling quality balance measurement. Using this diagnostic tool helps pinpoint potential unbalance issues with tooling or machine components.