BAND-IT XIT 6000-CA User Manual

XIT6000-CA

Owner’s Manual

3/8” Tie-Lok®Tool

XIT6000 - C A - 0 1

Base part nu m ber

Major re vision level

revisi ons are not

revis i ons are c om patibl e

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc.
A Unit of IDEX Corporation
4799 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80216-3070 USA
P: 1-800-525-0758 F: 1-800-624-3925

compatible

Minor re vision level

www.BAND-IT-IDEX.com

Packagi n g opt i on s :
0- Packaged with tool only
1- Packaged with all accessories

Trigger opti ons:
0- St andard on-tool trigger
1- Connect i o n for remot e trigger (t ri gger not inc l uded)

Document # XIT177 Rev E

© Copyright

1

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc. 2005

All rights reserved

Table of

Contents

XIT6000-CA

3/8” Tie-Lok®Tool

PageTable of Contents

3Warranty & Safety Guidelines
4-6Parts Identification
7-8Air Supply Requirements

8 Tool Overview

9-12Setup and Assembly Instructions

Monitoring System

13-14Remote Operations Fixturing Tips

15Operating Instructions

16Operating Tips
17-21Troubleshooting
22-29Preventative Maintenance
30-36Tension Cylinder Pressure

37-38Tool Calibration Procedure

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc.
A Unit of IDEX Corporation
4799 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80216-3070 USA
P: 1-800-525-0758 F: 1-800-624-3925

www.BAND-IT-IDEX.com

2

Document # XIT177 Rev E

© Copyright

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc. 2005

All rights reserved

Warranty &

XIT6000-CA

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.

3/8” Tie-Lok®Tool

• Clamp tensi oning 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 ai r lines.

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc.
A Unit of IDEX Corporation

www.BAND-IT-IDEX.com

Document # XIT177 Rev E

© Copyright

4799 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80216-3070 USA
P: 1-800-525-0758 F: 1-800-624-3925

3

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc. 2005

All rights reserved

Parts

XIT6000-CA

Identification

Production tools will experience wear of specific parts. Preventative maintenance, including
regular cleaning and lubrication, will reduce the replacement frequency of these parts. To
maximize life, use synthetic gel lubricant containing Teflon. See (pages 22-29) for tool
maintenance. When repairing tools, threaded fasteners should be secured using a small amount
of Loctite, Red – High strength.

Replacement Parts

Part #

I19691

I13887

I17687

I19787

Description

3/8” Tie-Lok®Tool

Quantity per

Tool

1Knife Assembly
1Knife Pin

2Knife Pin Access Screw
1Blade

I20487

I20387

I18487

A38487

I19187

I16387

Note- Parts and part numbers are subject to change. Please have tool model and
serial #’s available when calling the factory for service assistance.

Lubricant (synthetic gel lubricant containing
Teflon)

1Blade Pin
1Tension Pin
1Tension Gripper
2Gripper Spring
1Tension Block

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc.
A Unit of IDEX Corporation
4799 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80216-3070 USA
P: 1-800-525-0758 F: 1-800-624-3925

www.BAND-IT-IDEX.com

4

Document # XIT177 Rev E

© Copyright

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc. 2005

All rights reserved

Parts

XIT6000-CA

Identification

Operating
Trigger

Reset
Button

XIT6000-CA Tool Body

Tool Hanger
mounting
holes

Model I.D.
Plate

3/8” Tie-Lok®Tool

Quick Connect
Air Couplings

(Do not add
lubricants)

Cut-off
Cylinder

Tension
Cylinder

Tool Head
with Cutter
Knife
Assembly
and Blade

Maintenance

Flip Cover

Flip Cover

Tightening Screw

Important: Before disassembling tool, be sure
to shut-off air supply on the Air Controller
Module. Unplug the data cable going to the tool.

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc.
A Unit of IDEX Corporation

www.BAND-IT-IDEX.com

Serial #
Location

Quick Release Pins

(removable from opposite side)

Document # XIT177 Rev E

© Copyright

4799 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80216-3070 USA
P: 1-800-525-0758 F: 1-800-624-3925

5

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc. 2005

All rights reserved

Parts

XIT6000-CA

Identification

Inlet Air Supply

Quick Disconnect

Use one of two
quick-disconnects
supplied or remove
and use 1/4” NPT
fitting

Air Shut-Off Valve

3/8” Tie-Lok®Tool

Air Controller Module

Cut-off
Air Outlet

Tension
Air Outlet

Exhaust
Muffler

Filter

Fluid Drain

Cut-off Air
Pressure
Gauge

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.

Release
Valve

Cut-off Air
Pressure Regulator

Factory set to 105
PSI Do not adjust

Tension Air
Pressure Gauge

Tension Air
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.

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc.
A Unit of IDEX Corporation
4799 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80216-3070 USA
P: 1-800-525-0758 F: 1-800-624-3925

www.BAND-IT-IDEX.com

6

Document # XIT177 Rev E

© Copyright

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc. 2005

All rights reserved

Air System

XIT6000-CA

Requirements

The XIT6000-CA is a pneumatic tool that needs a clean and dry supply of air to operate.
For proper tool performance, the air requirements at the inlet to the BAND-IT Air
Controller Module of the XIT6000-CA must be:

1.5Inlet Supply Air Flow (SCFM)

*The BAND-IT Air Controller Module includes a filter to meet these requirements.

3/8” Tie-Lok®Tool

MaxMinItem

140100Inlet Supply Pressure (PSI)

5Particle Size In Air Supply (microns)

20% RHAir Moisture Content

7560Tension Pressure Settings (PSI)

110100Cut-off Pressure Setting (PSI)

Inlet air supply

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc.
A Unit of IDEX Corporation

Air Controller Module

Cut-off
Pressure
Adjustment

www.BAND-IT-IDEX.com

Tension
Pressure
Adjustment

Document # XIT177 Rev E

© Copyright

4799 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80216-3070 USA
P: 1-800-525-0758 F: 1-800-624-3925

7

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc. 2005

All rights reserved

XIT6000-CA

Tool Overview

Pneumatic System:

The pneumatic valves and cylinders all have seals or o-rings that wear out. Once the o­rings in the cylinders begin to wear, air is allowed to pass by the pistons in the cylinders,
which can affect the performance of the tool and cause the calibration of the tool to drift.
The cylinders are permanently lubricated, but premature wear can be caused by debris in
the air lines or the presence of water and oil, which can break down the lubrication. The 4­way valves in the tool can be affected by debris and oil in the air lines that cause the valve
to stick and not operate as is necessary. Over time, the mechanical linkages in the tool will
also begin to wear. This wear will cause some drift in the calibration of the tool, but does not
have the same effect of wear in the air system.

To address the potential problems associated with the air supply, BAND-IT recommends the
use of an Air Booster System. In addition to filtering and drying the air, it will also maintain a
steady pressure of 100 -110 PSI assisting the proper function of the tool.

Tool Function:

3/8” Tie-Lok®Tool

The XIT6000-CA tool functions by using an incoming supply of air to actuate a mechanical
linkage. The linkage connects to a gripping system that outputs a force on the band portion
of the Tie-Lok ties. The output of the tool varies depending upon the air pressure supplied
to the tool. If the pressure is increased, the output force increases.

During the tension cycle the tool will continue to pull up or tension the band until the
appropriate tension is reached. 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 pulled tensioned the tie, the tool switches over to the cutoff cycle. At this point in
the cycle the gripping system maintains the force on the tie and a knife is actuated down
which forms a dimple and cuts the band.

Equipped with the tool, there is a tension cylinder pressure monitor (Red/Green Light Data
Acquisition) that measures the air pressure in the tension cylinder when the tool switches
over to cut-off. The pressure is captured from the tension cylinder immediately before
cutoff, while the tension force is being held in the band. The electronics of the tool takes this
pressure reading and calculates a number for the output force based upon an equation.
This equation is derived from a capability study of a normal XIT6000-CA tool fitted with a
M28090 calibration device (see Tool Calibration, page 37) at the initial build of the tool.

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc.
A Unit of IDEX Corporation

www.BAND-IT-IDEX.com

Document # XIT177 Rev E

© Copyright

4799 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80216-3070 USA
P: 1-800-525-0758 F: 1-800-624-3925

8

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc. 2005

All rights reserved

Setup &

XIT6000-CA

Assembly

3/8” Tie-Lok®Tool

Instructions

The XIT6000-CA shipping container includes: Air Controller Module,

XIT6000-CA tool body, coiled air line, owner’s manual, tool kit and
Tension Cylinder Pressure Monitoring Device kit.

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 7) and turn RED Shut-off Valve counter clockwise to
pressurize tool (supply position).

• Make sure Cut-off Air Pressure Gauge located on the left side of the module
reads a pressure of 100 PSI min/ 110 PSI max.

• The Tension Air Pressure Gauge monitors the tension applied to the clamp tail.
Air pressure at the Tension Gauge should be 60-75 PSI for BAND-IT 3/8” Tie­Lok®Ties.

Initial Setup – Electronics

Refer to pages 30- 36 of this manual for setup and operating instructions for the
Tension Cylinder Pressure Monitoring System.

Setting the Tool Air Pressure

The air pressure supplied to the XIT6000-CA tool should be adjusted so that the output
force of the tool falls between 333-368 lbs. To correctly set the air pressure from the air
controller module going to the tool, attach the calibration device (page 37) and hook up the
air supply. Activate the tool by depressing the trigger. When the tool stops moving, read
the display on the calibration device. If the force on the readout is not within the Ford
Engineering Specification of 333-368 lbs, adjust the tension air pressure between 60-85 psi
and repeat this test until the force is within range. Press the tool reset button to release the
force and remove the calibration device. If the tool cannot be adjusted into this range by
varying the pressure between 60-75 psi, then the tool is either out of calibration or is not
working properly and should be returned to BAND-IT.

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc.
A Unit of IDEX Corporation
4799 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80216-3070 USA
P: 1-800-525-0758 F: 1-800-624-3925

www.BAND-IT-IDEX.com

9

Document # XIT177 Rev E

© Copyright

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc. 2005

All rights reserved

Setup &

Assembly

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.

XIT6000-CA

3/8” Tie-Lok®Tool

Hanger Support Instructions:

1. A steel hanger can be utilized for
supporting the tool with a
counterbalance. Full weight of tool
should not be supported by a single
hole.

2. A hanger can be installed (as
shown) into one of the three
supplied threaded holes. To
prevent internal damage, only 1/8”
of the hanger threads should be
threaded into the hole.

3. Secure the hanger against the tool
body with a lock nut as shown. This
will prevent movement of the
hanger during tool operation.

4. Use a light application of Loctite,
Red, high-strength, on threads of
hanger prior to installation.

Hanger Mount

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc.
A Unit of IDEX Corporation
4799 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80216-3070 USA
P: 1-800-525-0758 F: 1-800-624-3925

www.BAND-IT-IDEX.com

10

Document # XIT177 Rev E

© Copyright

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc. 2005

All rights reserved

Setup &

Assembly

Instructions

Three additional fixture mounting holes are available

to assist with mounting the XIT6000-CA. Thread
size is #10-32 for each of the holes. Usable thread
depth is .400” for two of the three fixture holes. One
hole is utilized to attach and lock the tool body
halves together. This hole may also be used for
fixturing, provided the #10-32 cap screw is replaced
with a similar threaded screw with appropriate
thread length secure the two halves together in
addition to fixturing.

XIT6000-CA

3/8” Tie-Lok®Tool

Fixture Mounting LocationsFixture Locating Points

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc.
A Unit of IDEX Corporation
4799 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80216-3070 USA
P: 1-800-525-0758 F: 1-800-624-3925

www.BAND-IT-IDEX.com

11

Note: Hole locations
are .750” to
centerline of holes
and edge of tool as
indicated by the
detail to the left.

Document # XIT177 Rev E

© Copyright

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc. 2005

All rights reserved

Setup &

XIT6000-CA

Assembly

3/8” Tie-Lok®Tool

Instructions

Part of insuring that the tool is producing a strong lock is making sure that it approaches
the application correctly and is fixtured to allow repeatability of application. The tool
should approach the surface of the wheel tangent to the point on the wheel where the
buckle of the band is to be applied. The tool should be allowed to float 1/8” – 1/4”
above the surface of the wheel to allow the buckle to move to the proper position for
cut-off. Once the tool begins tensioning, the band will pull the tool down to the surface
of the wheel.

1/8” – 1/4”

Buckle LocationPivot Point

As the band is tensioning, the tool may rotate clockwise up to 5 degrees about the pivot
point (Green Arrow). During the cut-off cycle, the tool must be allowed to rotate counter­clockwise up to 35 degrees (Blue Arrow). Because of this movement, BAND-IT

recommends that the tool be mounted in a fixture that will provide adequate
rotation during both cycles.

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc.
A Unit of IDEX Corporation
4799 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80216-3070 USA
P: 1-800-525-0758 F: 1-800-624-3925

www.BAND-IT-IDEX.com

12

Document # XIT177 Rev E

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc. 2005

© Copyright

All rights reserved