Abene VHF3 Metaalfrees machine

See github for documentation. [1]

Status

Not yet operational Unresolved issues are:

1. Classification of the machine
2. Instructions and safety card.

To procure/find

1. Power indicator light (115Volt, E14 bulb)
2. Power indicator on the current-limiter (230Volt, E10).
3. ISO 40 with drill chuck. Or MT4/ISO40 in which the chuck of the lathe would fit (perhaps HBM 02594)
4. Small spanner number 14 for the taper bolt.
5. Light - e.g. https://nl.aliexpress.com/item/1-Pcs-900LM-Mini-6-Inch-12W-4-X-3W-Car-LED-Light-Bar-as-Worklight/32824998138.html on a flexible arm.

Very optional:

1. Set of ER32 collets for ISO 40 or similar.
2. Mounting fixtures e.g. a simple version of http://www.fritshansen.nl/winkel/gereedschappen/opspanset-t-120-52-delig/

To make/find or buy

1. T-Slot cleaning jig. i.e some wood/plastic shaped like http://www.wttool.com/index/page/product/product_id/19972/product_name/RDX+T-Slot+Cleaner&update_continue_shopping=true?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=SiteChampion
2. ISO 40 fixture. E.g. a copy of https://www.ebay.com/itm/CAT-40-Tool-Holder-Tightening-Fixture-with-thumb-screw-/252418335037 https://www.wgm-maschinen.de/Zubehoer/Spannwerkzeuge/Bernardo-Montagestand-ISO-40.html

Lubrication History

Details on github: [2]

The actual advice from Abene is much simpler:

1. Q8 Goya NT68 (gear oil) spindle and feed gear box)
2. For everything else, Q8 Wagner NT68 (Slideway lube)

Current situation

1. Main drive gearbox, spindle gearbox, drive gearbox on the left.
   1. Replaced with Hykrol HLP ISO-VG 100 (ISO 100 hydraulic oil), 2017-11-19. 5L was about sufficient all 3 gearboxes.
2. Overarm bearing
   1. Emptied and cleaned 2017-11-19. Not yet replaced.
3. Sideways
   1. Emptied and cleaned 2017-11-12. Replaced by sideway oil 68 - 2017-12-15.
4. Kneejacking screw
   1. Emptied and cleaned 2017-11-29. Replaced by ISO 46 hydraulic oi.l 2017-11-29.
5. Headstock and motor bearings.
   1. Emptied and cleaned. 2017-11-29. Replaced by ISO 100 hydraulic oil. 2017-11-29.
6. Coolant
   1. Emptied and cleaned - not able to reach all parts. Replaced by 1:10 mix. 2017-12-15. Zie"http://www.oliehandel.nl/eurol/eurol-boorolie-a" voor details.

Disassembly Notes

1. When removing the X table - either remove the spindle first -or- make sure that when you put the X table on a cart you use blocks to not bend the then very exposed spindle.
2. When removing the gearbox in the knee it is *crucial* to first remove the guiding pin. This allows you to rotate the unit some 10 degrees clockwise to lift the crownwheel. You *will* break a teeth from the crownwheel otherwise !