AirWeights QCW Vacuum Slats for Onefinity Machines- Installation Instructions

QCW Vacuum Slats - Installation Instructions

Refer to the appropriate product image on the website for the correct intake setup.
Use the included PTFE tape generously to: - Adjust the gauge to a convenient viewing position. - Clock the intake filter with the canister pointing downward, as shown in the reference image.

Choose a convenient location to mount the manifold where you can easily access the valves.
Securely mount the manifold in place, ensuring it is positioned for efficient air line routing.
Important: Do not screw the manifold into the bottom of a slat, or you will breach a necessary seal.
Confirm that the installation location allows for easy adjustments and operation of the individual slat valves.

Locate the hardware box for each slat, which contains two fitting options: - (1) 5/16” OD x ⅛ NPT straight fitting - (1) 5/16” OD x ⅛ NPT 90-degree elbow fitting (recommended for cleaner air line routing)
Choose the fitting that best suits your setup.
Each slat has two edge inlet options for connecting air lines: - The front edge has two 1/4-inch diameter holes. - The rear edge has two 1/4-inch wide slots.
Remove the installed ⅛ NPT plug with a 5mm hex key and install the selected fitting.
Do not overtighten the fitting and take caution to avoid cross-threading.
Shorter air lines yield better vacuum performance due to reduced head loss.

Use the included 5/16" OD air line to connect each slat to the provided manifold.
The manifold includes valves that allow you to turn each slat "on" or "off", isolating vacuum to specific slats as needed.
Connect 1/2" OD tubing between the manifold and the pump.
Shorter tubing is optimal for vacuum performance.
Experiment with the full 8-foot length before trimming based on your pump placement and manifold mounting.
Note: Our vacuum pumps should be left on the ground in a convenient location to prevent vibration from affecting your CNC frame.

This step is optional and can be completed at any time for precise alignment between the 1/4" holes in the top grid and your CNC X/Y axes.

Determine the exact locations for your slat installation. Refer to the DXF files below for default layouts and adjust as needed for accessory clearance.
Roughly position your slats on your QCW frame. If already mounted, loosen the screws by 1/4 to 1/2 turn.
Install the included 1/4" x 1.5" long dowel pin into your spindle.
Jog the spindle to a suitable X/Y coordinate for one of the front-most dowel pin holes.
Lower the spindle into a dowel hole (do not exceed 1/4" depth).
Tighten the front-most screw underneath the dowel hole.
Retract the spindle and jog in the Y-direction to the rear-most dowel pin hole.
Slowly lower the spindle, ensuring the slat is squared.
Tighten the rear-most screw underneath the second dowel pin hole.
Verify alignment and make final adjustments.
Fully tighten all screws (do not overtighten).
Repeat this process for each slat.

DXF Files: For precise X/Y coordinate selection, refer to the DXF file containing your slat system geometry.

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If you have any questions, please refer to the support documentation or contact customer service.