SOLO

Automatic Front & Back Counterbore and Spotfacing Tool

• No Anti-rotation device or stop block are required • Suitable for all CNC, transfer, dial and multi-spindle machines • Easy handling, Quick-change blade system, Modular Set-up • Excellent ratio of price and performance

Cat. No. HTC019 Introduction

SOLO Series

CatalogHTC019 No. HTC14 COFA As a worldwide leader in tool development, HEULE introduces SOLO, an easy-to-use front and back spotfacing and formsinking tool. The SOLO tool functions reliably without an anti-rotation device, l

COFA-C change of spindle rotation, coolant pressure or contact mechanism. The SOLO tool is immediately ready for operation on any machine (CNC, transfer, multi-spindle or conventional machine).

The completely closed tool design (tool head) prevents any coolant contamination. In addition, the l

SNAP pin-driven cutting blade, which moves in and out radially, prevents chips from jamming the system. Simple to Use l

Each SOLO Tool is modular and comes with quick change cutting blades that can be changed without removing VEX-S VEX-S the tool from the machine. A common tool head can accommodate any configuration of pilot housings and cutting blade configurations. l

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Strong Durable Design l

The nature of back counterboring tends to be an unstable and difficult operation due to the large chip force and BSF BSF small pilot hole to counterbore size. Heule tools have proven to be the strongest automatic back boring tool on the market able to cut the most difficult materials and counterbore geometry. Our tools cut on center and are designed to

use the maximum pilot size allowed; this helps guarantee stability even in deep hole applications. Experience with SOLO difficult applications demonstrates that our unique cutting blade geometry far surpasses other back counterbore tools in strength and

reliability. Unlike the flip-out back boring systems, HEULE’s patented

GH-Z/E pin-drive system activates the cutting blade radially, which prevents chips from interfering with the tool’s operation. Keyed blades with no sharp corners and smooth transitions add strength to both the housing and the cutting blade.

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SOLO Series

Catalog No.HTC019 HTC014 COFA How Does It Work? There are two different models of the SOLO tool, the SOLO 1900 and the SOLO 2. Each tool is capable of reaching counterbore sizes two times the bore diameter minus 1mm. Possible applications up to 30mm through l

hole. (Max ratio = Ødx2 - 1mm). COFA-C

The SOLO 1900 uses two centrifugal weights installed in a sealed tool head. With an activation speed rate of 1900 rpm, the weights start moving outwards and turn the gearwheel. The gearwheel drives the blade out by rotating the blade control. When the spindle is stopped, a pull back spring pushes the centrifugal weights

back to the center and retracts the blades. l

SNAP The SOLO 2 uses similar parts, but works in the opposite way. With an activation speed rate of 2000 rpm or higher, the blades retract when the centrifugal weights move. When the spindle rotation is below 1500 RPM, the weights are pushed back to the center and the blade is fixed in the cutting position. Optional: SOLO S2, a larger SOLO l head (blue ring) may be used for bores larger than approximately 22mm, contact HEULE. VEX-S VEX-S Example: SOLO 2 Blades Retracted l

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Custom Tooling Options

Each tool is designed and built to our customers GH-Z/E specifications. We will always manufacture the strongest tool possible and stand behind the quality of our product.

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SOLO Series

CatalogHTC019 No. HTC14 COFA Why Choose Solo “Solo is the most reliable and strongest Automatic Back Counterbore on the market...” l

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Radial Activated Blade Lock Out When Cutting Sample Blade Configurations l

SNAP Quick Change Blades Form Blade Coolant Through l

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VEX-P VEX-P Multifunction Housing Options Special Radius l

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Cartridge

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SOLO Sample Housing Options

Shank Options:

- Straight h6 GH-Z/E - ABS/HSK - Weldon - Other Options

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Catalog No.HTC019 HTC014 COFA How to Order: HEULE’s SOLO back counterboring tool consists of two major components: l

1. Standard TOOL HEAD with integral shank COFA-C 2. Custom Components, Cutting BLADE (or Cartridge with indexable insert), HOUSING, and CONTROL. 1) TOOL HEAD - This tool head is of standard design and is the base element for all applications with bore diameters 8 to 30mm. 2) Special Components - Housing pilots, control mechanism and cutting blades are optimized per the desired back bore application and are Design & Build items to suit the needs of our customers. HEULE will always manufacture the strongest l

tool possible and stand behind the quality of our product. Simply submit the SOLO DATA SHEET (pg 238) with your application information for our engineering team to review. With each order, approval prints will be supplied to the end user within one week SNAP of order. l

SOLO Tooling Multi-Operations VEX-S The SOLO Tooling system is completely customizable and can be engineered to create multiple features in one tool. Options include indexable inserts, form and more. All tooling has the capability of through spindle coolant (up to 30 BAR). The coolant holes come from the center of the shank and are diverted through the outer jacket back through the housing to the blade window. For l extreme ratios or small housing diameters (typically below 10mm) through coolant to the housing, not the blade is possible. Other VEX-P options include integral shanks, extra long reach and cartridge style (above hole Ø22mm). l

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sooner than the tool rated but cutting should only be made at or above the rated speed. COFA-C

1. With no spindle rotation, pass through the (blade is retracted) EV = Fwd Feed.

2. Activate spindle in normal clockwise rotation (blade will extend within rated l

SNAP head speed. (BLACK=1900 RPM) H = Work Piece Height 3. Dwell a minimum 1 second to allow insert to fully extend. T = Countersink depth G = Height l

4. Turn coolant on. S = Clearance VEX-S VEX-S 5. Back feed and machine your workpiece. AR = Working Feed

6. Travel out of work piece. EV = Forward Feed. l

VEX-P VEX-P 7. Turn coolant off.

8. Spindle Stop, speed rate: 0 (blade will retract). l

9. Dwell minimum of 1-2 seconds. COMBI COMBI 10. With stopped spindle, retract the tool from the workpiece (blade is retracted: speed rate is 0). ER = Rapid Back Feed.

l IMPORTANT: Do not run dry! Coolant supply to the blade must be adequate.

DEFA DEFA Do not exceed 3000 RPM or with unstable, unbalanced tool holder.

Material Speed Feed (lPR)

l Surface footage are recommendations Based on bore Ød : Counterbore ØD ratio GH-K GH-K only; Remember you must run the Rt=ØD/Ød minimum of your rate Tool Head (reduce for interrupted cuts). Rt<1.6 Rt>1.6 Aluminum 600-800 .004-.008 .0020-.0030 l

BSF BSF 140-300 .003-.005 .0008-.0015 Titanium 60-180 .001-.003 .0008-.0015

Inconel 40-90 .001-.002 .0007-.0012

SOLO Cast Iron 260-400 .004-.007 .0010-.0025 Carbon Steel 210-350 .003-.006 .0010-.0020

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226 513.860.9900 www.heuletool.com Programming Information SOLO 2Series Catalog No.HTC019 HTC014 COFA SOLO 2 (Green Ring) Programming Information Attention: The SOLO 2 works opposite of the SOLO 1900. The cutting blade is l always active until the spindle reaches 2000 RPM. Please remain under 1500 RPM COFA-C (Green Ring) when cutting.

1. With 2000 RPM spindle rotation, pass through the workpiece (blade is retracted). EV = Forward Feed. (Dwell if necessary). l

2. Slow spindle down to 200 RPM or stop spindle (blade will extend). SNAP H = Work Piece Height 3. Dwell a minimum of 1 second to allow insert to fully extend. T = Countersink depth G = Burr Height l

4. Activate spindle to working speed in normal clockwise rotation (max 1500RPM). S = Clearance VEX-S VEX-S 5. Turn coolant on.

6. Back Feed and machine your workpiece. AR = Working Feed. l

7. Travel out of workpiece. EV = Forward Feed. VEX-P

8. Turn coolant off. l

9. Increase spindle speed >2000 RPM, speed ratio: min 2000 RPM COMBI COMBI (blade will retract). Note: Countersinks above 30mm, min 2400 RPM

10. Dwell minimum 1-2 seconds. l

11. With spindle rotating at 2000 RPM retract the tool from the work DEFA piece (blade is retracted; speed rate is min 2000). ER = Rapid Back Feed.

IMPORTANT: Do not run dry! Coolant supply to the blade must be adequate. l

Do not exceed 3000 RPM or with unstable, unbalanced tool holder. GH-K l

BSF BSF Material Speed Feed (lPR) Surface footage are recommendations only; Based on bore Ød : Counterbore ØD ratio Remember you must run the minimum Rt=ØD/Ød

of your rate Tool Head (reduce for SOLO interrupted cuts). Rt<1.6 Rt>1.6 Aluminum 600-800 .004-.008 .0020-.0030

Stainless Steel 140-300 .003-.005 .0008-.0015

Titanium 60-180 .001-.003 .0008-.0015 GH-Z/E Inconel 40-90 .001-.002 .0007-.0012 Cast Iron 260-400 .004-.007 .0010-.0025 Carbon Steel 210-350 .003-.006 .0010-.0020

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CatalogHTC019 No. HTC14 COFA

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Dismantling of blade: COMBI COMBI By pressing the compression buttons at the tool head, the blade control with the blade control pin are pulled back. The blade is released and can be pushed out. Keep the compression buttons pressed until the blade is completely removed.

Insertion of blade:

l By pressing the compression buttons at the side of the tool head the blade control with blade control pin are pulled back.

DEFA DEFA Keep the compression buttons pressed until the blade is inserted. Insert blade flush with blade window (Black Ring) or insert blade in the blade window in the cutting position (Green Ring). Compression buttons can be released. The control pin must line up with the slot of the cutting blade. l

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BSF BSF Dismantling Housing and Control Loosen the 3 clamping at the tool head with M3 Hex

. Pull the blade housing forward, away from the tool

SOLO head using the smaller end of the SOLO Disassembly KEY. Then pull blade control forwards away from the tool head. DO NOT TWIST or use Grips that would bend or damage Control.

Pos. 5 GH-Z/E

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Assembly and Check Blade Function l

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Assembly: Position - Notch Clearance Assemble the blade control by lining up alignment marks (X), press Position - Notch

control with slight force into the tool head until the control engages. l

DEFA DEFA Mount blade housing (do not tighten screws) on the tool head making sure the position pin is over the clearance slot and perform a tool function blade check. l

Position Pin GH-K GH-K Check: To CHECK the tool function (extension and retraction of the blade) insert the SOLO key (order number GH-B-X-0103) and turn (Black Ring l

- Clockwise / Green Ring Counterclockwise). The blade should move in & out. After the blade function test, re-position the housing until the BSF position pin hits the end stop. The housing position mark must line up with the notch mark on the tool head.

SOLO Then line up the position notch, tighten clamping screws (Pos. 5) firmly using M3 hex wrench.

Attention: All turns with the SOLO key must be done slowly by hand to GH-Z/E detect any interference with the blade. DO NOT USE FORCE.

*If using SOLO S2, order number for SOLO key is GH-X-B-0105

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DEFA DEFA We provide online tool selectors for the

l COFA, SNAP, DEFA and BSF product groups.

GH-K GH-K Simply enter your application information and the correct tool will l

be provided complete with order number and sample drawing. BSF BSF

SOLO We are also available on:

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