3.- CLAMPS
The machine has a clamp for machining flat keys. Use of the clamp for correct operation is explained below.
3.1 CLAMP FOR FLAT KEYS
3.1.1 USE OF THE STANDARD CLAMP "MP1"
The standard clamp "MP1" is designed for reading and machining flat keys. When attaching the key, consider two
aspects: Side and key limit.
• Sides 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the standard clamp "MP1".
The different sides and characteristics of the key to be attached are indicated below:
a) Copying a key with rear support.
Side 1: keys with normal blade
Side 2: keys with narrow blade
b) Copying of keys by means attaching the key by its profile
Side 3: Key with guide in lower part
Side 4: Key with guide in upper part
Representation of standard clamp with images of different attaching (Fig. 13)
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The standard clamp has 4 sides, (numbers engraved on the top part of the clamp) that
allow closing the attached keys on the rear and profile. The clamp is designed to hold
different models of keys. The side change is simple, leave the clamp slightly open,
and manually turn the key to the desired side.
FIG. 13