SLOTTING MACHINE
Introduction: The slotting machine is a reciprocating machine tool in which, the ram holding the tool reciprocates in a vertical axis and the cutting action of the tool is only during the downward stroke.
Construction: The slotter can be considered as a vertical shaper and its main parts are:
1. Base, column and table
2. Ram and tool head assembly
3. Saddle and cross slide
4. Ram drive mechanism and feed mechanism.
MECHANISM :
Basic Construction:
The different types of slotting machines are:
1. Punch slotter: a heavy duty rigid machine designed for removing large amount of metal from large forgings or castings
2. Tool room slotter: a heavy machine which is designed to operate at high speeds. This machine takes light cuts and gives accurate finishing.
3. Production slotter: a heavy duty slotter consisting of heavy cast base and heavy frame, and is generally made in two parts.
