View FastGap™ lip adjusting system

A mechanism that allows for single-point adjustment, this system makes it possible to adjust the position of the movable lower lip of the die, varying sheet thickness within a range of 0.250 in. (6.4 mm) without taking the die off line. A die equipped with a FastGap system on its lower lip operates on the principle of separate lip responsibilities. An additional 0.100 in. (2.5 mm) is available with the top lip of the die, which controls the transverse gauge profile. Together, these capabilities increase the range of gap adjustment from the previous maximum of 0.100 in. (2.5 mm) to 0.300 in. (7.6 mm). The adjusting device used by the extrusion-line operator to activate the FastGap system is equipped with a micrometer-like gauge which precisely indicates gap settings