OMAX Collision Sensing Terrain Follower - Manual

PRECISION ABRASIVE WATERJET ACCESSORIES
Accessory Specifications
CSTF
OMAX
®
Collision Sensing Terrain Follower
CSTF
The OMAX Collision Sensing Terrain Follower
allows a JetMachining
®
Center to automatically and
accurately cut parts from materials with irregular
or warped surfaces without the need for special
programming.
The Terrain Follower attaches directly to the
machine’s Z-axis. Changes in a material’s height
are detected and the Z-axis automatically makes
the required height adjustments, maintaining
the necessary cutting standoff (typically within
± 0.020”). A collision detector pauses jet motion
if obstructions are in the path of the nozzle.
Shown on the Motorized Z-Axis
Standard Features
• Linear encoder senses changes
in material height during cutting
operations
• A collision detector protects the nozzle
and related hardware from damage
• Built-in containment guard minimizes
nozzle splash and spray during
machining
• Easy field retrofit to a Motorized Z-Axis
or Tilt-A-Jet ®
• Heavy duty liquid-tight electrical fitting
with spring-type strain relief
• O-ring seal bulk-head air fittings
with protective boots
Benefits
• Automatically maintains the correct
nozzle standoff throughout the
cutting process
• Adjusts automatically to uneven
surfaces; reduces need for
additional programming
• Constantly senses necessary height
adjustments when activated, unlike
other contour following products on
the market
• Reduces potential equipment damage
from nozzle collisions
• Simple setup and operation
• No special programming required
• No requirement to map the elevation
of your material—simply move the
nozzle to where you want to begin
cutting and push start
• Electrical connections armored
for durability
• Robust sealing to withstand the
abrasive waterjet environment
• No matter where you are located
in the world, you’ll receive effective
technical support to ensure your CSTF
is operating at its highest levels. With
hundreds of active units in the field,
our technicians are strategically
located to meet customer needs.
The OMAX Technology
Guarantee entitles you, as
the original owner, to free
OMAX software upgrades
for the life of the machine.
C o r p o r a t i o n