Deckel KF2 Universal Copy Mill
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| Owner/Loaner | Tucker Tomlinson |
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| Serial Number | {{{serial}}} |
| Make/Model | Bridgeport Series I knee mill |
| Arrival Date | Mar:2017 |
| Usability | yes |
| Contact | Area Host (Dean Anderson), Owner (Tucker Tomlinson) |
| Where | Cold Metals |
| Authorization Needed | yes |
| Hackable | no |
| Estimated Value | ~$6000 |
| Host Area | {{{hostarea}}} |
Description
The Deckel KF2 is a machine designed to allow the user to perform 2 different basic tasks. The first task is heavy duty engraving. The machine will accept flat templates and allow you to copy the patterns from those templates onto a workpiece. The machine will scale down the pattern, producing ratios anywhere from 1.5:1 to 4:1. The other task the machine can perform is to use an existing part to make copies at a reduced scale. This allows users to make a template part out of softer materials like wood or plastic, and copy the part into metals including Brass Aluminum, and (with some extra work) steel. While the machine is capible of cutting wood, Sawdust can be damaging to machine tools and is prohibited on this machine
Authorization
This tool requires authorization for use
Authorization on this tool requires previous Tier 1 Cold Metals Authorization. Tucker Tomlinson performs all authorizations on this machine. Contact him at tuckertomlinson at gmail dot com to arrange an authorization. Authorizations fall into two tiers: engraving use, and copy-mill use. The engraving authorization covers how to use the machine to use templates to copy text and patterns onto flat workpieces like brass plaques. The copy mill authorization covers how to use the machine to make scale duplicates of a master part.
Authorizers
| Tucker Tomlinson |
Learning
- There isn't much available online for these machines. Check the service manual for basic instructions
Available Equipment
- Enco 6" vise
- Spindle Lock Plate
- Pattern Forming Attachment (missing vertical linkage arm)
- fine feed handle adapters
- finishing spindle
Repair and Maintenance
Please see the service manual. (Still needs to be scanned and uploaded)
Maintenance
There are oiling nipples at most of the hand-wheels, and on the left side of the machine near the vertical slide for the template. These LOOK like grease nipples, but take oil. There is a hand powered spring oiler in the cabinet.
Currently Authorized Users
| Qualified Member | Trained By | Proctored By |
|---|---|---|
| Tucker Tomlinson | Danger Committee |