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1135 JVL Industrial Court

Marietta, GA 30066

800-544-8436 (phone)
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Operating Instructions For

CNC Insert Tooling
Please read the operating instructions carefully before using the tool.

CNC Router Tool with CNC Cutter set

interchangeable solid mounted in an HSK
carbide insert knives. Arbor adapter.

800-544-8436
www.guhdo.com
1. General 1.2.4 Materials to be machined
This router tool complies with the requirements of EN847 Wood, wood composites and materials of comparable cutting
(European Norm for Safety, Accident Prevention, Dimensional qualities. When in doubt, please contact the tool manufacturer
Tolerances, Balance and more). for clarification!
Schematic diagram of tool engraving:
1.3 Safe Handling
1.3.1 Use
All European safety standards must be met during
operation to include EN847. This tool may only be used
as described in Section 1 “intended use”.
1. Dimensions 6. Maximum speed
1.3.2 Transport
2. Direction of rotation 7. Eccentricity
Transportation of cutting tools should only take place in
3. Cutting Edge Material 8. Type of feed (man. Or mech.)
properly protected packaging and protection of the cutting
4. Date of Manufacture 9. Manufacturer/Supplier Name
edge to avoid damage to the tool or injury to the handler.
5. Min. Clamping Length 10. Other mfg. markings
Always use gloves to protect from sharp edges and cuts.
1.1 Cutting Material and Ordering Information
1.3.3 Tool Assembly and Installation
1.1.1 Cutting Edge Material
Before using the tool, check the cutting tips, the clamping
WS = Unalloyed Tool Steel
screws and clamping elements to ensure correct installa-
SP = Alloyed Tool Steel
tion, position and tightness. Cutting tip, seat and screws
HS = High Speed Steel
must remain free of resins, dust and oil grime. Risk of
ST = Stellite
injury due to parts being flung out of the tool body if not
HC = Coated Tungsten Carbide
properly secured.
HW = Tungsten Carbide
DP = Polycrystalline Diamond Always mount all components as failure to do so can
DM = Monocrystalline Diamond result in a tool imbalance.

1.1.2 Ordering Information Clamping screws and nuts must be tightened to proper
Order Number clamping torque with a suitable torque wrench. It is
Dimensions (Diameter/Cut Length/Shank/Overall Length) prohibited to extend wrenches or use power tools.
Spindle Speed and feed type (manual or mechanical)
Screw heads must be cleaned of dust and debris to
1.2 Use As Intended ensure accurate contact and firm grip of the wrench to
1.2.1 Speed (R.P.M.) avoid stripping or otherwise damaging the screws.
n The speed range “n” indicated on the tool must be
The tool must be mounted, secured and operated
observed.
according to the machine manufacturer’s instructions.
n max The indicated maximum speed “n max” may not be
Check machine settings and direction of rotation.
exceeded!
Make sure there is NO CHANCE of the machine
The minimum clamping length must be observed!
starting up during tool installation (see machine
operating instructions/manual). Risk of severe injury
1.2.2 Application and method of operation.
or death!
To be used on woodworking machines only. The tool may only
be used with the type of feed indicated on the tool body. During tool assembly, make sure the tool is properly
clamped and the clamping surfaces are clean and free
MAN Conv.Cut Climb Cut MEC Conv. Cut Climb Cut
from debris, dust and grease/fluid. Cutting tips should
be protected during the installation to prevent tool
damage.
When using stacked tooling, make sure they are inter-
Tools marked with “MEC” may only be used on machines with
locking correctly and knives are not touching. Never
mechanical (power) feed.
touch a tool body when it is rotating, even if it has almost
Please observe the specifications of the machine manufacturer
come to a standstill.
regarding the suitability of the tool.
1.3.4 Protective Measures
1.2.3 Types of Machining
Check the tool body, insert knives, screws, wedges
(gibs) and all components of the cutting tool on a regular
basis to identify any possible damage, especially after a
collision with the table/vacuum hold down or other un-
intended incident. If in doubt, have the tool checked by
the tool manufacturer or other expert.
 Damaged inserts, clamping elements or screws must 2.2.2 Sharpening Instructions
be replaced in sets with original spare parts. Tools Obtain the sharpening instructions from the tool manufacturer.
with cracked or bent tool bodies must be retired
2.3 Cleaning Agent
immediately. Such tools are deemed unsafe and may
The appropriate cleaning agent can be recommended by the
not be repaired.
tool manufacturer.
2.0 Tool specific parts
2.4 Replacing mounting parts
2.1 Care
See Section 1.3 Safe Handling
For safety reasons, tools should be sent for service when
the wear width (VB) on the cutting 2.4.1 Screw Tightening torques
Clearance Angle edge is greater than 0.2mm.
Closely observe the primary wear
zones where breakouts from the
Cutting Face cutting edge are visible.

To prevent rusting, tools should be protected from

humidity. Regular cleaning of tips and removal of glue
and resin buildup increases tool life and operational
safety.
Corrosive cleaning agents can damage skin and
eyes. Wear protection gloves and safety glasses and
only select products recommended for tool cleaning.
2.2 Repair, modification and sharpening.
2.4.2 Arbor with double threaded retaining screw
2.2.1 General Requirements
Tool sharpening may only be carried out by
professional experts and in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions.
Repairs and modifications may only be carried out by
the manufacturer. Any modifications made to the tool
by anyone else will nullify any warranty.
Only use spare parts which conform to the original
specifications and spare parts of the manufacturer.
Tolerances to ensure accurate clamping must be
adhered to. Change collets every 500 machine hours
to prevent runout and loss of finish quality and tool life. Observe the projection of the tool hub with respect to the end of
Since North America does not have a norm that provides per- the arbor. Check the tightness of the screws before use!
formance and safety standards for routing tools, Europe’s com- 2.4.3 Tool set (if applicable)
prehensive Safety and Production Standards and regulations
are adhered to for all cutting tools we sell worldwide. A tool set consists of several individual tools. Tool
sets with positive locking must retain positive locking.
After each repair or modification, it must be ensured that the
tool conforms to all requirements of European Standard If a tool is adjustable, only spacers may be
EN847, in particular as it pertains to: used that conform to the original parts from
Balancing Quality the manufacturer. (see Section “Assembling
Knife Thickness the Tool Set”) The individual tool bodies that are part of a tool
Knife Protrusion “ca” or “t” set may not be used independently without permission from the
tool manufacturer.
2.4.4 Replacing the main inserts
Release the clamping screw (2) and unscrew
it from the clamping wedge (3) until the insert
(4) is released and can be pushed out.
Replace sharp insert into correct knife position
and tighten the clamping screw (2) to the
specified clamping torque (see Table 2.4.1)
 Release the clamping screw (2) and unscrew Maximum permissible speed
it from the clamping wedge (3) until the cut- The tool shank is marked with the maximum permissible speed
ing tip (4) can be pushed out sideways. Re- and clamping eccentricity (in mm) Example: n max 18000 e
place the insert knife (4) by pushing it with the 0.06. Shank type cutters may only be used for up to the maxi-
clamping wedge (3) sideways into proper mum eccentricity. Failure to adhere presents a danger of tool
position and then tightening it down with the breakage.
proper clamping torque (see table 2)
2.7.2 Eccentricity (see EN 847-2) Clamp tool (D) in clamping
For Multi-Profile tools: device (B) Test shank diameter (d1) = nominal diameter.
Check runout according to the diagram below.
Release the clamping screw (2) and remove
clamping wedge (3), with insert knife (4) re- D = Tool body
move backer plate (5) from the positioning B = Clamping Device
pins. To replace, mount the backer plate (5) C1 = Test Point 1
on pins (6). Place the new insert knife (4) on C2 = Test Point 2 (see EN841-2)
to the clamping wedge pins (3) and align d1 = Test body diameter
them so that the pin in the knife seat of the em = Measured eccentricity
tool body (1) fits into the hole on the under esp= Eccentricity in clamping device
side of the clamping wedge (3) t1 = runout at test point C1
t2 = runout at test point C2
2.4.6 “Customize-It” Router Bit
Tool body (7) Direct blade to body connection
Carbide Insert
with 3 position reference points.
Loosen the torx clamping screws
3 pt (5) and remove the carbide insert
location
Torx Screw (5)
knife from the tool body (7).
points
Replace the new insert in the 3
reference point seat and tighten down with the torx screw.
2.4.7 Replacing spurs
tighten If this condition is not satisfied, the setup (clamping device and
Unscrew the spur screw using the proper tool) must be checked. Danger of Tool breakage!
torque wrench. Remove spur (4) and screw (2)
To guarantee highest possible performance, tool life and quality
````````Rotate the spur by 90 degrees and re-insert
release of finish, we highly recommend putting every insert tool body
the spur (4) with the new edge facing the work-
into a heat shrink tool holder since
ing direction and tighten the screw (2) to the correct torque
accuracy is guaranteed (max. runout
(Table 1)
.003mm / .0002”) Elimination of collet nut
2.5 Application range and collet tolerances achieves this accuracy
See catalog and order specifications. When in doubt, check and collet replacement becomes
with the manufacturer. unnecessary so saves time and money!
2.6 Spare Parts
Please contact us for all spare parts.
2.7 Proper Clamping, maximum rpm and Eccentricity
2.7.1 The minimum clamping length “min” is marked on the tool
shank (see section 1.2.1) The tool shank should be clamped in
as far as it goes, but at least up to the minimum clamping
depth. The shank portion of the tool protruding from the collet
should be minimal, but never clamp the area where balancing
holes are located or uppermost part of the flute.
For more information, please contact us or visit our website.
The safe and proper use of cutting tools and clamping systems
will help reduce your tooling expense and improve finish qualty.
Remember, the ultimate performance of a cutting tool lies in the
synergy between machine, clamping system, tool design and
accuracy, proper chip load and material being machined.
For chip load calculation assistance, please visit our website at
www.guhdo.com/chipload-calculator. It will assist you in finding
the starting point which you can fine-tune from there.
You can also direct any technical questions you may have to
tech@guhdo.com.