Operating manual
English
C 160-3 / C 160-3 PLUS
2 Table of Contents E398EN_03.DOC
Table of Contents
1. Safety ..................................................................................3
1.1 General safety information...................................................3
1.2 Specific safety information...................................................3
2. Description .........................................................................4
2.1 Intended use ........................................................................5
2.2 Technical information...........................................................6
3. Setting work .......................................................................7
3.1 Cutting parallel strips ...........................................................7
3.2 Selection of tools .................................................................8
4. Operation..........................................................................10
4.1 Operating the C 160-3 .......................................................10
4.2 Separating chips ................................................................11
5. Maintenance .....................................................................12
5.1 Replacing the C 160-3 tool ................................................13
Replacing the blade......................................................14
Turning or replacing the insertable blades ...................14
5.2 Replacing the C 160-3 PLUS tool......................................15
Replacing the blade......................................................15
Turning or replacing the insertable blades ...................16
5.3 Replace fins .......................................................................17
5.4 Checking the oil supply to the motor .................................17
5.5 Cleaning the strainer..........................................................17
6. Original accessories and wearing parts........................18
Guarantee
Replacement parts list
Addresses
E398EN_03.DOC Safety 3
1. Safety
1.1 General safety information
¾ Read the operating manual and the safety information
(material no. 1239438, red document) in its entirety before
putting the machine into service. Closely follow the instructions
given.
¾ Before putting the machine into service, read the operator's
manual and the safety information (material no. 125699, red
document) in its entirety and closely follow the instructions
given.
¾ Comply with the safety regulations in accordance with
DIN VDE, CEE, AFNOR as well as any other regulations that
apply in the individual countries.
Warning
Risk of injury due to improper handling
¾ Always remove the compressed-air hose from the machine
prior to maintenance work.
¾ Check the compressed-air hose, connection coupling, and
machine for damage each time before using the machine.
¾ Wear safety glasses, hearing protection, protective gloves
and work shoes when working at the machine.
1.2 Specific safety information
Warning
Risk of injury due to improper handling
¾ Make sure the machine is always in a stable position when
operating it.
¾ Never touch the tool while the machine is running.
¾ Always operate the machine away from your body.
¾ Do not operate the machine above your head.
Caution
Damage to property due to improper handling
Machine will be damaged or destroyed.
¾ Have servicing and inspections of hand-held compressed-air
tools carried out by a qualified specialist. Only use original
accessories provided by TRUMPF.
USA/CAN
Other countries
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2. Description
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C160-3
C160-3 PLUS
12
331
3 Cutting head
4 Insertable blades
7 Chip separator
(only for PLUS version)
8 Handle for chip separation
(only for PLUS version)
10 Fixing screw
12 Locking washer
(only for PLUS version)
24 Bolt for blade
26 Blade
324 Lever and On/Off switch
331 Sleeve
C 160-3 / C 160-3 PLUS Slitting Shears
Fig. 24623
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2.1 Intended use
Warning
Risk of injury
¾ Only use the machine for work and materials as described
under "Intended use."
The TRUMPF C 160-3 Slitting Shears are a compressed-air tool
used for the following applications:
• Cutting plate-shaped, metallic workpieces, e.g. steel,
aluminium, and plastic.
• Cutting straight or curved exterior and inner cutouts.
• Cutting along lines.
The TRUMPF C 160-3 PLUS Slitting Shears also allows you to cut
off chips that are produced while machining the workpiece as
required.
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2.2 Technical information
Other countries USA
Values Values
Operating speed 6-10 m/min 20-33 ft/min
Nominal take-up power 520 W 520 W
Idle stroke rate 3500/min 3500/min
Weight 1.4 kg 3.1 lbs
Start hole diameter 8 mm (Cr)
15 mm (straight blade)
0.32 in (Cr)
0.6 in (straight blade)
Smallest radius with
curved cuts 40 mm (curve blade)
90 mm (straight blade)
160 mm (Cr)
1.57 in (curve blade)
3.5 in (straight blade)
6.3 in (Cr)
Operating pressure
(flow pressure) 6 bar 87 psi
Air consumption
at 6 bar 0.4 m³/min 14.126 cubic ft/min
Inside diameter of the
compressed-air hose 9 mm 0.35 in
Technical information
Permissible material thickness
Steel up to
400 N/mm²
/ 57,000 tensile
Steel up to
600 N/mm²
/ 85,000 tensile
Aluminium
250 N/mm²
/ 35,000 tensile
Straight blade 1.6 mm / 0.063 in
/ 16 ga
1.2 mm / 0.048 in
/ 19 ga
2.0 mm / 0.075 in
Curve blade 1.0 mm / 0.040 in
/ 19 ga
0.8 mm / 0.031 in
/ 21 ga
1.2 mm / 0.048 in
Blade Cr 1.6 mm / 0.063 in
/ 16 ga
1.2 mm / 0.048 in
/ 18 ga
2.0 mm / 0.075 in
Noise and vibration Measured values in accordance
with EN 50144
A-class sound pressure level Typically 78 dB (A)
A-class acoustic power level Typically 85 dB (A)
Hand-arm vibration Typically less than or equal to
2.5 m/s²
Measured noise and vibration values
Note
The measured values specified above may be exceeded while
working.
Table 1
Table 2
Table 3
E398EN_03.DOC Setting work 7
3. Setting work
3.1 Cutting parallel strips
Parallel stop
The parallel stop (option) can be used to process parallel strips
35-300 mm / 1.38-11.75 in wide.
1. Remove the bolt for the blade.
2. Mount the parallel stop.
The rod of the parallel stop adopts the function of the blade bearing
arrangement.
Fig. 17756
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3.2 Selection of tools
Note
The blades have 2 cutting edges. They cannot be resharpened.
Different types of blades are required according to the thickness or
tensile strength of the workpiece (see Table 4, p. 9).
Note
If the blade is not selected as specified in the table,
– the quality of cut will be severely impaired.
– the feed power increases significantly.
– the blade will break.
Tool type Description Order no. Material thickness
[mm]
Material thickness
[mm]
TRUMPF
143434
1mm
Curve blade
1.0 mm
/ 0.040"
143434
Aluminum max.
250 N/mm²
0.3 to 1.2
Steel max. 400 N/mm²
0.3 to 1.0
Stainless steel max.
600 N/mm²
0.3 to 0.8
Aluminium max. 35,000
tensile
0.012 to 0.047
Steel max. 57,000
tensile
0.012 to 0.040
Stainless steel max.
85,000 tensile
0.012 to 0.032
1-1.6mm
TRUMPF
143463
Straight blade
1.0 - 1.6 mm
/ 0.040" - 0.063"
143463
Aluminum max.
250 N/mm²
1.0 to 2.0
Steel max. 400 N/mm²
1.0 to 1.6
Stainless steel max.
600N/mm²
0.8 to 1.2
Aluminium max. 35,000
tensile
0.040 to 0.079
Steel max. 57,000
tensile
0.040 to 0.063
Stainless steel max.
85,000 tensile
0.032 to 0.047
TRUMPF
143432
1mm
Straight blade
1.0 mm
/ 0.040"
143432
Aluminum max.
250 N/mm²
0.3 to 1.2
Steel max. 400 N/mm²
0.3 to 1.0
Stainless steel max.
600 N/mm²
0.3 to 1.0
Aluminium max. 35,000
tensile
0.012 to 0.047
Steel max. 57,000
tensile
0.012 to 0.040
Stainless steel max.
85,000 tensile
0.012 to 0.040
934055
Cr
TRUMPF
Blade Cr
0.8 - 1.2 mm
0.032" - 0.047"
934055
Aluminum max.
250 N/mm²
1.0 to 2.0
Steel max. 400 N/mm²
1.0 to 1.6
Stainless steel max.
600 N/mm²
0.8 to 1.2
Aluminium max. 35,000
tensile
0.040 to 0.079
Steel max. 57,000
tensile
0.040 to 0.063
Stainless steel max.
85,000 tensile
0.032 to 0.047
E398EN_03.DOC Setting work 9
Tool type Description Order no. Material thickness
[mm]
Material thickness
[mm]
Insertable blades
(1 set = 2 pieces)
with screws
For C 160:
927708
For C 160 PLUS:
913520
All materials All materials
Chip separator
(only for PLUS
versions)
143950 All materials All materials
Blade selection
Table 4
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4. Operation
Warning
Risk of injury due to improper handling
¾ Make sure the machine is always in a stable position when
operating it.
¾ Never touch the tool while the machine is running.
¾ Always operate the machine away from your body.
¾ Do not operate the machine above your head.
4.1 Operating the C 160-3
1. Press the lever (1) against the motor housing.
15°
1
1 Lever
2 Guide the machine at an angle of about 15° to the sheet
surface.
Note
Do not subject the machine to heavy loads to such an extent that it
stops.
To protect the machine and for a good cutting performance:
• Ensure that blades are sharp.
• Turn insertable blades in due time.
• Replace insertable blades in due time.
The following applies when cutting radiuses:
• Do not tilt the machine.
• Proceed with a low feed rate.
Switch on
Fig. 17682
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¾ Release the lever (1).
Note
Do not move the machine towards the workpiece until full speed
has been reached.
4.2 Separating chips
Caution
Damage to property from interrupted chip brake
The machine may no longer be used.
¾ Replace the chip separator.
7 Chip separator
8 Handle for chip separation
B Chip brake
1. Separate the chips: turn the handle by a 3/4 clockwise rotation
while the machine is running.
2. Continue the operating procedure: turn the handle to the
starting position.
Switch off
Fig. 17760
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5. Maintenance
Warning
Risk of injury due to repair work not being carried out
properly
Machine does not work properly.
¾ Repair work may only be carried out by a qualified specialist.
Maintenance point Procedure and interval Recommended lubricant Lubricant order
no.
Bolt Lubricate when replacing the
blade
Lubricating grease "G1" 139440
Blade Change as needed (see
"Changing the blade", p. 14).
- -
Blade Lubricate when replacing the
blade
Lubricating grease "G1" 139440
Gearbox and gear head
(2)
Have a specialist either lubricate
again or replace the lubricating
grease every 300 operating hours.
Lubricating grease "G1" 139440
Insertable blades Turn when necessary (see
"Turning or replacing the
insertable blades", p. 14).
- -
Insertable blades Replace when necessary (see
"Turning or replacing the
insertable blades", S. 14).
- -
Strainer Clean every 300 operating hours
and when there has been a
decline in performance (see
"Cleaning the strainer", p. 17).
- -
Maintenance table
Table 5
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5.1 Replacing the C 160-3 tool
Warning
Risk of injury due to compressed-air streaming out
¾ Remove the compressed-air hose when changing tools and
before performing any maintenance work on the machine.
3
26
42410
F
FF
F
3 Cutting head
4 Insertable blade
10 Fixing screw
24 Bolt for blade
26 Blade
F Lubricating grease "G1"
Replacing the tool
Fig. 17576
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Replacing the blade
Caution
Damage to property caused by dull tools
Machine overload.
¾ Check the cutting edge of the blade hourly for wear. Sharp
blades ensure good cutting quality and help protect the
machine. Replace the blades in due time.
If the cutting edges are blunt, replace the blades.
1. Press out the bolt which has been locked into place.
2. Pull the blade out of the cutting head.
3. Grease new blade and bolt lightly.
4. Insert the new blade.
5. Push the bolt into the bore hole until it locks into place.
Turning or replacing the insertable blades
1. Undo the fixing screws.
2. Check the insertable blades:
¾ When a cutting edge is blunt, turn the insertable blades
180°.
or
¾ If both cutting edges of an insertable blade are blunt,
replace the insertable blade.
3. Tighten the fixing screw.
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5.2 Replacing the C 160-3 PLUS tool
Replacing the blade
Caution
Damage to property caused by dull tools
Machine overload.
¾ Check the cutting edge of the blade hourly for wear. Sharp
blades ensure good cutting quality and help protect the
machine. Replace the blades in due time.
3
26
724 10
F
F
F
F
4
12
8
3 Cutting head
4 Insertable blade
7 Handle, chip separator
8 Handle
10 Fixing screws M 4x8
12 Locking washer
24 Bolt for blade
26 Blade
F Lubricating grease "G1"
If the cutting edges are blunt, replace the blades.
1. Remove the locking washer using a screwdriver.
2. Push out the bolt.
3. Pull the blade out of the cutting head.
4. Lightly grease the bolt and the new blade.
5. Insert the blade.
6. Push the bolt through the bore hole of the blade until it reaches
the stop.
7. Insert the locking washer into the specified notch of the bolt.
Fig. 17577
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Turning or replacing the insertable blades
3
26
724 10
F
F
F
F
4
12
8
3 Cutting head
4 Insertable blade
7 Chip separator
8 Handle
10 Fixing screws M 4x8
12 Locking washer
24 Bolt for blade
26 Blade
F Lubricating grease "G1"
1. Undo the fixing screws.
2. Check the insertable blades:
¾ When a cutting edge is blunt, turn the insertable blades
180°.
or
¾ When both sides of the cutting edges of an insertable
blade are blunt, replace both insertable blades.
3. Turn the handle by a ¾ rotation to the right, in order to bring
the blade into the cutting position.
4. Push the chip separator onto the cutting head until the chip
separator is positioned over the front edge of the blade.
5. Hold down the chip separator and insertable blades in this
position.
6. Tighten the fixing screw.
7. Turn the handle to the left to the working position.
Fig. 17577
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5.3 Replace fins
Worn fins decrease machine performance.
¾ Have the fin set checked and replaced as required by a
qualified specialist.
Note
Only use original replacement parts and observe the information
on the rating plate.
5.4 Checking the oil supply to the motor
Caution
Damage to property due to improper handling
Failure of the compressed-air motor.
¾ Regularly lubricate the compressed-air motor. Install an oil
mist lubrication device into the compressed-air line (e.g. Atlas
Copco DIM 25).
¾ Hold a piece of paper in front of the air extractor vent in the
motor housing when the machine is running.
The oil supply is sufficient when oil spots appear.
Recommended lubricant
• BP Energol RD 80 (-15° to +10°C / +5° to +50°F)
• BP Energol RD-E80 (+10° to +30°C / +50° to +86°F)
• Shell Tellus Oil 15 (-15° to +10°C / +5° to +50°F)
• Torculla 33 (+10° to +30°C / +50° to +86°F)
5.5 Cleaning the strainer
1. Dismantle the air inlet.
2. Clean or replace the strainer.
Checking the oil supply
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6. Original accessories and wearing parts
Supplied
original
accessories
Wearing parts Options Order no.
Insertable blades for C 160
(1 set = 2 pieces) with screws
+ + 927708
Insertable blades for C 160 PLUS
(1 set = 2 pieces) with screws
+ + 913520
Straight blade 1-1.6 mm / 0.040-0.063 in + + 143463
Straight blade 1.0 mm / 0.040 in + 143432
Curve blade 1.0 mm / 0.040 in + 143434
Blade Cr 1.2 mm / 0.047 in
(for cutting high-tensile sheets)
+ 934055
Chip separator
(only for PLUS version)
+ + 143950
2 Insertable blades
1 chip separator (only for PLUS version)
+ 143950
Allen key
DIN 911-2,5
+ 067822
Operating manual + 949067
Safety information
(red document), other countries
+ 125699
Safety information
(red document), USA
+ 1239438
Parallel stop + 143439
Lubricating grease "G1" tube (25 g / 0.055
lbs)
+ 344969
Lubricating grease "G1" can (900 g / 1.98
lbs)
+ 139440
To ensure the correct and fast delivery of original parts and
wearing parts:
1. Specify the order number.
2. Enter further order information:
– Voltage information
– Quantity
– Machine type
3. Provide complete shipping information:
– Correct address
– Desired delivery type (e.g. air mail, courier, express mail,
ordinary freight, parcel post).
4. Send the order to the TRUMPF representative office. For
TRUMPF service addresses, see the address list at the end of
the document.
Table 6
Ordering wearing parts
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