Guide to the maintenance of cordless riveting tools
5 helpful tips:
How to extend the service life of your cordless riveting tools
In this article, we look at basic maintenance for battery-powered riveting tools in industrial environments. In today's fast-paced manufacturing world, these tools have become indispensable as they offer mobility and efficiency. However, careful maintenance is required to ensure their longevity and optimum performance.
Here are the best tips to keep your cordless riveting tools in top condition and extend their life while minimising downtime.
1. the right mouthpiece for trouble-free operation
Start by selecting the correct nose piece for the corresponding rivet to be processed. This simple step ensures correct alignment during the riveting process and prevents the rivet from jamming or blocking in the tool.
Jamming not only affects your workflow, but can also cause damage to the chuck jaws of the tool. Therefore, follow the manufacturer's instructions or the tool's operating instructions to select the correct nose piece.
You can find the right nose piece for your GESIPA® riveting tool quickly and easily with the GESIPA® mouthpiece finder. Simply enter your riveting tool and the rivet you want to process. You will then be shown the right nose piece for your tool.
2. protection from environmental influences:
Keep tools dry and store at over 5 degrees Celsius
The performance of rechargeable batteries can be very sensitive to environmental conditions. To prolong the life of your battery and avoid premature replacements, store your tools in a dry environment away from moisture.
Ensure that the storage room maintains a temperature of over 5 degrees Celsius.
Cold temperatures can affect battery performance and reduce efficiency and service life.
shorten the service life.
3. cleaning and changing the chuck jaws
The chuck jaws of the blind riveting tools are wearing parts that must be serviced at regular intervals if they are used frequently.
Dirty or dull chuck jaws will result in the blind rivet not being set correctly. To prevent this, clean the sliding surfaces of the chuck jaws and oil/grease them thoroughly.
If the sliding surfaces are already dull, replace the chuck jaws.
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4. lubrication for longevity:
Use grease for smooth operation
The moving parts of your cordless riveting tool require proper lubrication to function smoothly. Apply a graphite-free grease to the moving components, including the chuck jaws (blind riveting tools) and the mandrel assembly (blind rivet nut tools).
This not only reduces friction, but also protects against wear and ensures that your tool works smoothly during every riveting operation.
5. prevent wear:
Regularly check the strength of the front components
Vibration and frequent use can cause the front components of your riveting tool to gradually become loose. Regularly check the strength of these components, including the nose piece (blind riveters), the chuck jaws (blind riveters) and the mandrel assembly (blind rivet nut tools).
Tighten loose parts immediately to avoid precision problems and possible complications during operation.
Proactive maintenance for longevity:
Keep a maintenance log
Keep a detailed log of the maintenance activities of your tools. Create a maintenance logbook for each battery-powered riveting tool and document tasks such as cleaning, lubrication and component inspections.
This log is a valuable resource for monitoring maintenance intervals, tracking preventive maintenance and
tracking preventive maintenance and identifying patterns that could indicate potential problems.
Conclusion
In summary, regular cleaning, proper storage and battery management practices will help extend the life of your tools and optimise their efficiency on the production line. Remember, a well-maintained tool not only increases productivity, but also ensures operator safety. By integrating these maintenance tips into your workflow, your operation will run more smoothly.
For customised recommendations, further maintenance support and insights into the latest advances in riveting technology, contact a GESIPA® expert now!
