InfraStake Best Practices
Follow these best practices for successful integration of the InfraStake technology.
- Center the InfraStake module (internal punch) over the boss for uniform heating and minimizing off-gassing.
- Maintain (clean) reflective surfaces as needed to provide consistent staking results; do not change process parameters.
- Implement power levels as needed.
- Use factory-supplied controller process sequence.
- Set sufficient cooling air with dual-flow control capability.
- Cushion the extend and retract motion of the tool plate at the end of stroke (clamping operation).
- Illuminate (turn on) the lamp only after the InfraStake module is in the clamped position.
- Do not adjust the factory-set InfraStake power supply voltage.
- Use 16 gauge (minimum) electrical cables and minimize their length to prevent excessive voltage drop.
- Clamp the parts together with the InfraStake module to achieve a tight staked joint; maximum force allowed for an individual module not to exceed 150 lbf.
- Back up the InfraStake module during the staking process; minimum backup force is 25 lbf/staking point.
- Use Z-axis compliance in multiple-point staking applications to achieve consistent, independent clamping at each staking point.
- Filter incoming air to 0.01 microns and eliminate oil and water from all pneumatic lines.
- Support the part directly under each/all staking points.
- Fixture the part consistently to ensure the stake points are in the same location for every machine cycle.
Need Help?
We are happy to answer any questions you have.