Continental Pipe & Tube Cutoff Machines
We Make The Cut---Fast and Clean!
Continental cut-off machines cut pipe and tube quickly and cleanly using our unique roller cut-off method. This method and our machines have a number of benefits over other processes:
Because the blade only passes through the tube’s wall thickness, not the entire diameter, cuts are much faster than band saws, cold saws, etc.
No chips are created and usually no coolant is required, so your parts and the work area stay clean. No chips, No mess, No hassle!
The cut is smooth and clean with minimal burrs, so secondary de-burring operations can often be eliminated.
325 S. Fairbanks St.
Addison, IL 60101
Phone: 630-543-7170
Fax: 630-543-5953
Sales Contact
Teri Rozycki
Sales Coordinator
Email: terir@continentalcutoff.com
Sales: 630-543-7170
Toll-free: 800-264-5950
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Pipe and tube cutoff machine autofeeder introduced
Continental Pipe and Tube Cut-Off Machines has introduced the PDS series programmable autofeeder. The system provides consistent cuts and is simple to set up and program, according to the manufacturer. The autofeeder, which frees the operator for other tasks, can be retrofitted to one of the...
Accessories improve cutoff operations
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Cutoff blades provide thousands of cuts between resharpening
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Tube cutoff machines provide quick, easy setup
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Making the cut
Band sawing is the starting point for many tube and pipe fabricating operations, and it can help determine the throughput and profitability of your whole shop. Maximizing the productivity of tube or pipe cutoff requires a coordinated approach to saw blades, sawing machines, and your cutoff process.
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Making the cut - Understanding rotary cutoff blades and extending blade life
The rotary cutting process rotates a tube or pipe and cuts it with a rotating blade. The blades are beveled to various angles and produce a chamfered end on the workpiece. Selecting the right bevel angle is the key in getting an optimal combination of end finish and production rate. Proper alignment and clearance, the use of a lubricant, frequent inspections, and proper sharpening are the keys to long blade life.
The basics of rotary cutting
The rotary cutting process rotates a tube or pipe and cuts it with a rotating blade. Because it is a chipless cutting method, it does not waste any material and reduces or eliminates subsequent deburring and cleaning operations. Although it can be used on any metal, it is not suitable for every application. The cutting action produces a slight chamfer on the end of the workpiece, so it is not useful for applications that require a square end. Machine types include manual and pneumatic. Accessories include cutter block assemblies that support the workpiece during the cut; length gauges for repeatable cut lengths; and feed systems that store and feed the material into the cutting machine.