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MEGA-T400A
Abrasive Cutter
3601 E. 34th St. Tucson, AZ 85713 USA Tel. +1-520-882-6598 Fax +1-520-882-6599 email: pace@metallographic.com Web: https://www.metallographic.com
Please read this instruction manual carefully and follow all installation, operating and safety guidelines.
Equipment Type: 400 mm (~16-inch)
Automated Abrasive Cut-off Machine
Model: MEGA-T400A
Electrical
Requirements:
480 Volts (3-phase)
Frequency: 50/60 Hz
Motor Horsepower: Variable speed Servo Motor:
12 KW (16 hp) @480V, 3-phase
Manual Revision Date: December 23, 2023
This instruction manual is
provided with each piece of
delivered equipment.
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MEGA-T400A
Abrasive Cutter
3601 E. 34th St. Tucson, AZ 85713 USA Tel. +1-520-882-6598 Fax +1-520-882-6599 email: pace@metallographic.com Web: https://www.metallographic.com
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WARRANTY
Terms and Conditions applying to all PACE Technologies Products
1. LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER:
PACE Technologies Products are warranted for two years from the purchase date to be free from defects
in material and workmanship under correct use, normal operating conditions, and proper application.
PACE Technologies obligation under this warranty shall be limited to the repair or exchange, at PACE
Technologies option, of any PACE Technologies Product or part which proves to be defective as provided
herein. PACE Technologies reserves the right to either inspect the product at Buyer’s location or require it
to be returned to the factory for inspection. Buyer is responsible for freight to and from factory on all war-
ranty claims. The above warranty does not extend to goods damaged or subjected to accident, abuse or
misuse after release from PACE Technologies warehouse, nor goods altered or repaired by anyone other
than specifically authorized PACE Technologies representatives. PACE Technologies shall not in any way
be responsible for the consequences of any alteration, modification or misuse unless previously approved
in writing by an officer of PACE Technologies. Note: Corrosion is considered a maintenance issue
and not a warranty issue.
PACE TECHNOLOGIES MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE WHICH ARE
SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED HEREIN. Any description of the goods sold hereunder, including any
reference to Buyer’s specifications and any description in catalogs, circulars and other written material
published by PACE Technologies, is the sole purpose of identifying such goods and shall not create an
express warranty that the goods shall conform to such description.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IM-
PLIED. THERE ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PAR-
TICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY STATES PACE TECHNOLOGIES ENTIRE AND EXCLU-
SIVE LIABILITY AND BUYER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY CLAIM FOR DAMAGES IN CON-
NECTIONS WITH PACE TECHNOLOGIES PRODUCTS. PACE TECHNOLOGIES WILL IN NO
EVENT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, NOR FOR
ANY SUM IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE.
2. LIABILITY CAP:
PACE Technologies maximum aggregate liability for loss and damage arising under, resulting from or in
connection with the supply or use of the Equipment and Consumables provided under this purchase, or
from the performance or breach of any obligation (s) imposed hereunder, whether such liability arises
from any one or more claims or actions for breach of contract, tort, (including negligence), delayed com-
pletion, warranty, indemnity, strict liability or otherwise, unless otherwise limited by the terms hereof,
shall be limited to one hundred percent (100%) of the purchase price.
3. DELIVERY:
Customer assumes and shall bear the risk of all loss or damage to the Products from every cause what-
soever, whether or not insured, and title to such Products shall pass to Customer upon PACE Technolo-
gies delivery of the Products to the common carrier of Pace Technologies choice, or the carrier specified
in writing by Customer, for shipment to Customer. Any claims for breakage, loss, delay, or damage shall
be made to the carrier by the Customer and Pace Technologies will render customer reasonable assis-
tance in prosecuting such claims.
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4. ACCEPTANCE:
Customer shall inspect the Products promptly upon receipt of delivery. Unless customer objects in writing
within thirty (30) business days thereafter, customer shall be deemed to have accepted the Products. All
claims for damages, errors, or shortage in Products delivered shall be made by Customer in writing within
such five (5) business day period. Failure to make any claim timely shall constitute acceptance of the Prod-
ucts.
5. PAYMENT:
Customer agrees to provide timely payment for the Products in accordance with the terms of payment set
forth on the reverse side hereof or in any proposal submitted herewith. If any payment is not paid on or
before its due date, Customer shall pay interest on such late payment from the due date until paid at the
lesser of 12% per annum or the maximum rate allowed by law.
6. DEFAULT:
If Buyer is in default (including, but not limited to, the failure by Buyer to pay all amounts due and payable
to Seller) under the work or purchase order or any other agreement between Buyer and Seller, Buyer ’s
rights under the warranty shall be suspended during any period of such default and the original warranty
period will not be extended beyond its original expiration date despite such suspension of warranty rights.
7. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS:
This agreement has been made in and shall be governed by the laws of the State of Arizona. All disputes aris-
ing under or relating to the purchase of the equipment shall be brought and resolved solely and exclusively in
the State of Arizona, Pima County . These terms and conditions and the description of the Products on the
reverse side hereof or in any proposal submitted herewith constitute the entire agreement and understanding
of the parties with respect to this sale and supersede all prior and contemporaneous agreements or under-
standings, inducements or representations, expressed or implied, written or oral, between the parties with
respect hereto. Any term or provision of this Agreement may be amended, and any observance of any term of
this Agreement may be waived, only by a writing signed by the party to be bounds. The waiver by a party of
any breach shall not be deemed to constitute a waiver of any other breach. Should suit be brought on this
Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorneys’ fees and other costs of
suit including costs and attorneys’ fees incurred on appeal or in collection of any judgment., errors, or shortage
in Products delivered shall be made by Customer in writing within such five (5) business day period. Failure to
make any claim timely shall constitute acceptance of the Products.
8. RESTOCKING FEE:
All Returns are subject to a restocking charge equal to 15% (fifteen percent) of the Invoice, unless the Goods
are proved to be non-conformed by PACE Technologies.
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MEGA-T400A
Abrasive Cutter
3601 E. 34th St. Tucson, AZ 85713 USA Tel. +1-520-882-6598 Fax +1-520-882-6599 email: pace@metallographic.com Web: https://www.metallographic.com
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MEGA-T400A
Abrasive Cutter
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Please read this instruction manual carefully and follow all installation, operating and safety guidelines.
Contents
PAGE
Nameplate i
Warranty ii
1.0 Product Description 1
2.0 Shipping, Unpacking and Installation 6
3.0 Safety Guidelines 9
4.0 Start-Up and Operation 12
5.0 Maintenance 23
6.0 Trouble Shooting 24
7.0 Cutting Basics 26
8.0 Electrical Drawings 29
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MEGA-T400A
Abrasive Cutter
3601 E. 34th St. Tucson, AZ 85713 USA Tel. +1-520-882-6598 Fax +1-520-882-6599 email: pace@metallographic.com Web: https://www.metallographic.com
Please read this instruction manual carefully and follow all installation, operating and safety guidelines.
1.0 Product Description
The MEGA-T400A is an automatic/manual
table feed or manual wheel feed
metallographic abrasive cut-off machine for
cutting materials ranging from soft aluminum
metals to hardened tool steels. It is ideal for
the metallographic laboratory, as well as for
small industrial or production applications.
The MEGA-T400A is very robust and durable
with its cast aluminum alloy and stainless steel
construction. Featuring a corrosion-free T-slot
table, the MEGA-T400A is a very versatile
wheel/table feed floor model metallographic
cutter.
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Control
Screen
Manual
wheel feed
Cutting
chamber
Table manual
wheel feed
Blade Height
Locking
Screw
Safety
Lock-out
Emergency
Stop
Control
knobs
Powerful motor
The MEGA-T400A is equipped with a powerful
belt driven servo motor. In addition, the motor
has an inductive brake for a quicker response of
halting the blade (approx. 2-4 seconds).
Automated table feed cutting
The MEGA-T400A is an easy-to-use automated/
manual cutter with simple controls. Cutting can
be accomplished either a wheel feed or table
feed.
The MEGA-T400A features a removable side
port panel for sectioning longer samples.
Base cabinet
stand
Joystick
Rinse
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Abrasive Cutter
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T-slot table
Rinse hose
LED light
Removable side
port for longer
feed through
samples
Removable side
port for longer
feed through
samples
Pass through side panels for
long sample access Safety lock-out
for protecting
user against
moving blade
When current setting
is exceeded, a red
flashing light appears
inside.
1. When closing the hood, press down to ensure that the safe-
ty switch is engaged.
2. After the cut has finished, if the hood lock does not release
DO NOT FORCE OPEN, try pushing down on the hood to
release the safety pin.
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MEGA-T400A
Abrasive Cutter
3601 E. 34th St. Tucson, AZ 85713 USA Tel. +1-520-882-6598 Fax +1-520-882-6599 email: pace@metallographic.com Web: https://www.metallographic.com
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Coolant applied through the
shroud directly to the blade.
Flexible coolant
hose for application
to cutting area
(optional)
Easy to use
vises
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MEGA-T400A
Abrasive Cutter
3601 E. 34th St. Tucson, AZ 85713 USA Tel. +1-520-882-6598 Fax +1-520-882-6599 email: pace@metallographic.com Web: https://www.metallographic.com
Please read this instruction manual carefully and follow all installation, operating and safety guidelines.
1.2 Technical Specifications
Electrical specifications: 480V, 3-phase
Motor power: Constant torque variable speed Servo Motor:
-12 KW (16 hp) 480V
Speed (rpm): Variable 1500-3500 rpm
Adjustable cutting load: 2-15 amps (max. 20 amps)
Electronic motor brake Stops in ~3-5 seconds
Cut-off wheels: 16-inch mm (~400 mm) diameter
Wheel arbor: 32 mm (~1.25 inch) diameter
Maximum sample diameter: 6-inch (150 mm) diameter
3 x 6-inches (75 x 150 mm) (HxD)
Wheel feed Manual
Table feed Automatic/Manual
Vertical movement 5-inch (125 mm)
Table feed movement
(y-axis) / speed (feed rate)
5.9-inch (150 mm) / 0.01-2.0 mm/sec
Table feed movement
(x-axis) / speed
1.05-inch (26.7 mm) / 0.1-2.0 mm/sec
Weight: Approx. 880 lbs (400 kg)
Dimensions (WxDxH): Hood Closed: 48 x 51 x 63 inch
(1220 cm x 1300 cm x 1600 cm)
Hood Open: 48 x 51 x 66 inch
(1220 cm x 1300 cm x 1665 cm)
Table dimensions (WxD): 11 x 18.25-inch t-slot
(280 x 470 mm)
Cutting chamber: Cast aluminum block construction
Hood and body Fabricated steel with shock resistant plastic window
Working temperature: 32° - 100°F (0 - 40°C)
Shipping temperature: 32° - 100°F (0 - 40°C)
Storage temperature: 32° - 100°F (0 - 40°C)
Recirculation system
(included):
14 gallons (53 liters)
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EU Directives: Machinery directive 2006/42/EC
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MEGA-T400A
Abrasive Cutter
3601 E. 34th St. Tucson, AZ 85713 USA Tel. +1-520-882-6598 Fax +1-520-882-6599 email: pace@metallographic.com Web: https://www.metallographic.com
Please read this instruction manual carefully and follow all installation, operating and safety guidelines.
1.3 Mechanical Schematic
Note: Installation of the MEGA-T400A should be on a flat sturdy surface, with easy access to
electrical connections.
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MEGA-T400A hood open dimensions
MEGA-T400A hood closed dimensions
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