BAND-IT IT3000-AB 1/4 User Manual
Owner’s
IT3000-AB
Manual
1/4” Ultra-Lok Tool
IT3000 A B 0 0 0
Base part number
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Other options:
0 – None (standard)
Trigger options:
0 – Standard thumb trigger
1 – Connection for a remote trigger
(I17490, Foot Control Kit, is
available to purchase separately)
Packaging options:
0 – Tool with all accessories (standard)
1 – Tool only
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Table of
IT3000-AB
Contents
Warranty & Safety Guidelines 3
Air System 4-6
Parts Identification 7,22
Tool Overview 8
Setup & Assembly Instructions 9-11
1/4” Ultra-Lok Tool
Table of Contents Page
Remote Operations & Fixturing Tips 12,13
Operating Tips 14
Operating Instructions 15
Troubleshooting 16-20
Maintenance 21-28
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Warranty &
IT3000-AB
Safety Guidelines
Warranty:
For Warranty information visit the following URL
www.BAND-IT-IDEX.com/Warranty.html
Safety Guidelines
• Read this manual and become familiar with the tool before installing any
clamps.
• Protective eyewear should be worn when connecting and disconnecting
the tool to compressed air sources and during operation.
• Wear appropriate gloves for handling steel while operating this tool,
applying stainless steel clamps and removing scrap clamp tail.
1/4” Ultra-Lok Tool
• Clamp tensioning can be immediately stopped by releasing the tool
trigger system.
• When applying clamps, care should be taken to insure fingers and loose
clothing are not in the way of the clamp being applied.
• Never attempt to clamp objects which have a potential to burst, shatter
or otherwise cause bodily harm.
• Disconnect air supply and electrical power prior to maintenance and
disassembly of tool components.
• Liquids or lubricants should never be put into the air lines.
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Air System
IT3000-AB
1/4” Ultra-Lok Tool
The IT3000 is a pneumatic tool that needs a clean and dry air supply. The BAND-IT Air
Controller Module includes a filter to meet these requirements. For proper tool
performance, the air requirements at the inlet to the BAND-IT Air Controller Module of
the IT3000 must be:
Item Min Max
Inlet Supply Pressure (PSI) 100 140
Inlet Supply Air Flow (SCFM) 1.5
Particle Size In Air Supply (microns) 5
Air Moisture Content 20% RH
Tension Pressure Settings (PSI) 60 80
Cut-off Pressure Setting (PSI) 105 110
Note – An Air Booster Unit is now available to meet air pressure requirements..
Please have tool model and serial #’s available when calling the factory for
service assistance. Contact BAND-IT-IDEX customer service, 303-320-4555.
Caution – Do not exceed a Tension pressure of 80 PSI. Pressures above 80 PSI
may cause premature clamp failure.
Air Controller Module
Inlet air supply
Cut-off Pressure
Regulator
Tension
Pressure
Regulator
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Air System
Inlet Air Supply
Quick Disconnect
Use one of two
quick-disconnects
supplied or remove
and use 1/4” NPT
fitting
Air Shut-Off Valve
IT3000-AB
1/4” Ultra-Lok Tool
Air Controller Module
Cut-off
Outlet
Tension
Outlet
Exhaust
Muffler
Cut-off
Pressure
Gauge
Cut-off Pressure
Regulator
Factory set to 105 PSI
Do not adjust
Air Filter Environment:
Standard Filters/Regulators
incorporate polycarbonate bowls and/or
observation windows. DO NOT use in
an environment that will expose the
above mentioned components to
synthetic fluids, organic solvents,
chemicals, cutting lubricants, thread
lock solutions or similar materials.
Filter
Fluid Drain
Release
Valve
Tension
Pressure Gauge
Tension Pressure
Regulator
Pull Regulator
Knob and twist to
adjust tension,
push to lock
Mounting Bracket
Unit may be mounted
on wall or bench
Note: Air Controller Module
must be mounted and operated
in a horizontal position.
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Air System
IT3000-AB
1/4” Ultra-Lok Tool
The standard IT3000 shipping container includes: Air Controller
Module, IT3000 tool body, coiled air line, owner’s manual and tool kit.
(tools with packaging option 1 include the tool and manual only)
Initial Setup - Pneumatics
• Connect the tool body to the Air Controller Module using the included Coiled Hose
Assembly. The hose assembly includes both a clear and black hose. Each hose
end includes a female and male fitting, arranged to prevent reversing of
connections.
• Connect Air Controller Module to air source (assure air supply meets
requirements on page 4) and turn RED Shut-off Valve counter clockwise to
pressurize tool (supply position).
• Cut-off Pressure: 105 PSI recommended. Make sure the Cut-off Pressure
Gauge located on the left side of the module reads a pressure of 100 PSI min and
110 PSI max.
• Tension Pressure: 70 PSI for 201 SS, and 60 PSI for 304 SS recommended.
The Tension Pressure Gauge monitors the tension applied to the clamp tail. Air
pressure at the Tension Gauge should be 60-80 PSI for BAND-IT 201 SS. 1/4”
Universal clamps and 50-70 PSI for BAND-IT 304 SS. 1/4” Tie-Lok ties.
• Caution: Tension pressures above the maximum stated may cause premature
clamp failure and/or tool wear.
Setting the Tool Air Pressure
The tension pressure directly affects the force applied to the clamp.
To correctly set the air pressure from the air controller module going to the tool, hook up
the air supply to the tool. Activate the tool by depressing the trigger for a few seconds. Reread the pressure when the tool is at rest and adjust again if necessary. Repeat until the
desired pressure is shown on the tension pressure gage.
Tension pressure may need to be adjusted depending on the application.
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Parts
IT3000-AB
Identification
Tool Hanger
Mounting
Holes
Operating
Trigger
Reset
Button
IT3000-AB Tool Body
Model I.D.
Plate
1/4” Ultra-Lok Tool
Quick Connect
Air Couplings
(Do not add
lubricants)
Tension
Cylinder
Cut-off
Cylinder
Serial #
Location
Tool Head
with Cutter
Knife and
Blade
Flip Cover
Head Screws
Important: Before disassembling tool, be sure to
shut-off air supply on theAir Controller Module.
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Flip Cover
Tightening Screw
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Quick Release Pins
Maintenance
Flip Cover
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Tool
IT3000-AB
Overview
Pneumatic System:
The pneumatic valves and cylinders contain seals and o-ring components which can
experience accelerated wear associated with quality of the supply. Worn cylinder o-rings
allow air to bypass the pistons in the cylinders, affecting the performance of the tool and
cause the output force of the tool to drift. Although cylinders are permanently lubricated,
premature wear can be caused by contaminants in the air supply or the presence of water
and oil. The tool’s internal valves can also be affected by contaminants in the air lines
causing a valve malfunction.
BAND-IT recommends the use of an Air Booster System to address the potential problems
associated with low air supply. In addition to filtering and drying the air supply, it will assure
pressure of 100 -110 PSI improving the consistency of tool performance.
Tool Function:
1/4” Ultra-Lok Tool
The IT3000 tool utilizes the conditioned air supply to actuate the mechanical linkage. The
linkage activates a gripping system which tensions BAND-IT Universal clamps. The tension
output of the tool can vary depending upon the air pressure supplied to the tool. If the pressure
is increased, the output force increases.
During the tension cycle, the tool continues to tension the band until the pre-set tension is
achieved. The tool stops tensioning when the pressure in the tension cylinder equals the inlet
tension pressure coming from the air controller module. After the tool has achieved the preset
tension, its valve switches over to the cutoff cycle. The gripping system retains force on the
clamp until a knife is actuated down, forming a Ultra-Lok style lock, cutting the excess clamp
tail.
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Setup &
Assembly
IT3000-AB
Instructions
Handle adjustment:
• Using 1/4” hex key (supplied), adjust
the Support Arm/Handle to
ergonomically match the operators
hand.
• Be sure not to adjust the Handle too far
outward (beyond interlocking legs) or
the handle will not function properly or
provide support to the operator.
Hanger Support Instructions:
1. An aluminum hanger (accessory)
can be utilized for supporting the
tool.
2. The hanger can be installed (as
shown) into one of the two threaded
holes.
3. Secure the hanger against the tool
body with the two supplied screws.
4. A light application of vibratite is
already included on the screw’s
thread.
1/4” Ultra-Lok Tool
Hanger Mount
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