Preventive Maintenance of Machine Tool Protective Covers

The machine tool protective cover is used to protect the machine tool guide rails. It can protect the internal hard guide rails, linear guide rails, ball screws or transmission racks of the machine tool from corrosion and damage from the outside world. There are many types, including: accordion protective cover, steel plate protective cover, these two are used on the guide rails; and the screw protective cover used on the screw includes: round, square, polygonal, these types of methods are different, there are wire support type and stitching type. There are also rolling curtain protective covers and armor protective covers, etc.

1. During use, avoid the machine tool protective cover being scratched by sharp objects, hit by heavy objects or bent by overload. After use, it should be folded or folded in time to avoid deformation due to long-term stress.
2. Prevent direct sunlight and high temperature baking. The machine tool protective cover is prone to aging and deformation when it is exposed to the sun or high temperature environment for a long time, which affects the use effect. Therefore, it is necessary to choose sun-proof and heat-proof materials.
3. In order to ensure that the machine tool protective cover still has good accuracy after long-term use, lubrication is very important.
4. Apply molybdenum disulfide grease (black color) at least once a day. The required lubrication should be determined according to different situations.
5. Clean thoroughly at least once or more every 2 months, and check whether all parts are broken or worn. If serious, replace new ones immediately. After the inspection, it must be fully oiled before assembly.
6. Different tools must be used for different workpieces. Forcible use will cause damage! If the pressure is abnormal, it will be under high pressure, or the workpiece will be clamped after the machine is shut down, which will reduce the life of the machine tool protective cover. So when you find that the gap is too large, you must replace the new protective cover immediately.

The machine tool protective cover is an important accessory to protect the machine tool, with various types and characteristics. Choosing the appropriate protective cover and properly installing and maintaining it can protect the machine tool from interference and damage from external factors, and improve the service life and working speed of the machine tool.