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Hoffmann
Model MU-2
Dovetail Routing Machine
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The
Hoffmann MU2 bench - top routing machine is equipped with
a high speed router motor, located at the center of the
machine. The supplied 45 degree fence plate, which is
guided in a keyway in the machine table, is used to accurately
position the material on the table. The location of the
dovetail slots for the Hoffmann Keys is adjusted by simply
moving this fence plate. Once set, the plate is locked
in place and the routing sequence can begin.
Pulling
the main lever starts the routing operation. A hold down
plate will be lowered onto the workpiece, pressing it
on the table and holding it in place. Further pulling
will lift the motor carriage up until the preset routing
height is reached.
The
motor is switched on automatically by pulling the lever,
it is switched off again when the lever is returned to the
home position. Two springs
in the lever mechanism counteract the pull down force,
which ensures controlled movements throughout the routing
process. On its backside,
the large heavy-duty cast aluminum machine base has a 1
3/4" diameter dust collection port to connect a shop
vacuum for dust free operation.
Output
is approx. 16 routing strokes per minute, which translates
into 2 completely processed rectangular frames. These
numbers include material handling, but obviously depend
on routing depth, feed speed, material flow and operator
performance as well.
The
supplied router bits are solid tungsten carbide, made
to exacting specifications. Depending on the routing depth
and the material to be routed, the useable cutter life
is approx. 10,000 strokes. Every machine is shipped with
a tool kit and set-up jig, which allows a router, bit
change in only minutes. Diamond cutters are also available.
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