• Low profile machine is one of the most
compact on the market today.
• Lightweight, weighing only 58 lbs (26.3
kg).
• Modular design and versatile setup
allows the chuck and main body to be set
up separately before
placement in the bore.
• Machine raised and flat flanges.
• Bi-directional feed.
• Feed is reversible and infinitely variable
for a surface finish of 63 – 500 RMS.
• Optional beveling head connects with
“Quick-Lock” system, making changeover
quick & easy.
04
2014
FF4
Powerful, Quality Components
• 1.45 Hp (1.08 kW) motor allows typical
material removal rate of 1 cubic
inch (16.4 cm
• Pneumatic motor comes complete with
filter, lubricator, and flow
control.
• Features rugged main body, heavy-duty
bearings, sealed lubrication, and rigid
mounting system.
3
) per minute.
Cost Effective
• Cuts costs in four ways:
- Reduces downtime.
- Eliminates off-site machining costs
- Eliminates leak sealing procedures.
- Reduces stock of replacement flanges.
• Recoup the cost of a Climax Flange
Facer in the first few flange facing jobs.
SPECIFICATIONS
US Metric
Flange Facing Diameter3.0 - 19.0 inches 88.9 - 482.6 mm
Beveling Diameter3.0 - 12.75 inches 76.2 - 323.9 mm
(with optional beveling head)
Pipe Facing Diameter3.0 - 12.75 inches 76.2 - 177.8 mm
(with optional beveling head)
ID Mounting Diameter3.0 - 12.5 inches 88.9 - 317.5 mm
Feed rate (reversible, variable) 0.002 to 0.040 inches/rev. 0 to 1.016 mm/rev.
Power, Pneumatic1.45 Hp 1.08 kW
3
Power Requirement48 scfm, 90 psi 1.36 m
Operating Weight
With 19 inch (482.6 mm) facing head 66 lbs 29.9 kg
With 12 inch (304.8 mm) beveling head 60 lbs 27.2 kg
Shipping Weight250 lbs 113.4 kg
Shipping Dimensions (2 containers) 33 x 21 x 11 inches 838 x 533 x 279 mm
/min, 629 kPa
Tool Configurations
Congure your FF4000 in 2 easy steps.
To congure your FF4000 Flange Facer:
1 Select a Base Package
2 Select a Facing Head
To congure the ange facer you require, simply select the option
you need in each step, then contact your Climax representative.
1 Base Package
Main machine with 1.45 Hp (1.08 kW) 49593
pneumatic motor with air conditioning unit,
tooling, chuck, and chuck block set. Unit
comes packaged in a durable molded container.
2 Facing Head
12 inch (304.8 mm) facing head 35222
19 inch (482.6 mm) facing head 34936
7 inch (177.8 mm) beveling head 34980
12.75 inch (323.9 mm) beveling head 35439
Optional Facing/Beveling Bits:
Facing bit 33141
Beveling bit 37.5 degrees 33136
Roughing tool bit 31867
Finishing tool bit 31858
5 degree chamfer tool bit 33315
Optional Facing/Beveling Heads:
Beveling head 7 inches (177.8 mm) 34980
Beveling head 12.75 inches (323.9 mm) 35439
Facing head, 3 - 12 inch (76.2 - 35222
All dimensions should be considered reference. Contact your Climax Representative for precision dimensions. Specifications are subject to change without notice. There are no systems or components
on this machine that are capable of producing hazardous EMC, UV or other radiation hazards. The machine does not use lasers nor does it create hazardous materials such as gasses or dust.
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OPERATIONAL DIMENSIONS
Dimensions in inch (mm)
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Note: Facing and Beveling heads shown for dimensional reference only.
They can not be mounted simultaneously.
Climax Portable Machining & Welding Systems Web site: climaxportable.com
Worldwide Phone: 1.503.538.2185 N. America Toll-Free: 1.800.333.8311 Fax: 1.503.538.7600 E-mail: Info@cpmt.com
SETUP AND OPERATION
A Fast Five-Step Process
Setup of the FF4000 is quick and easy. The modular design and versatile setup options allows the chuck and main body to be set up separately.
An experienced operator can set up the machine in 10 minutes or less.
Choose from facing or beveling heads.
Place tool bit in tool slot and tighten set screw.
1
Align the 3 pin “Quick-Lock” system and tap with plastic
mallet to seat.
2
Place the machine in the bore. Hold to good start height,
and tighten hand nut to snug. Push down on hand nut.
4
While holding nut down, turn rod handle to tighten chuck.
Set tool to desired cutting depth, and begin machining.
5
Select jaw set according to the ID diameter that
the machine will chuck into.
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Worldwide Phone: 1.503.538.2185 N. America Toll-Free: 1.800.333.8311 Fax: 1.503.538.7600 E-mail: Info@cpmt.com
Training at the Global Learning Center
Climax has been teaching the fundamentals and fine
points of portable machine tool operation for practically as
long as we’ve been inventing and building the tools.
At the Climax Global Learning Center situated in our
corporate headquarters near Portland, Oregon, we
provide training for machine tool operators on portable
machine tool safety, and machine setup and operation.
Trainees also receive technical tips and tools to improve
operational efficiencies, with the vast majority of every
program devoted to hands-on activities and skill
development.
The Climax instructional team includes specialists in shipbuilding, power generation, civil engineering, bridge re-building,
petrochemical and other industries.
Whether it’s a regularly scheduled course at the Global Learning Center, or custom curriculum conducted at your facility,
your machinists will benefit from courses developed by some of the most respected authorities in the business.
Call us today to register for a regularly scheduled class, or talk to us about how we can customize a training program for
your specialized application.
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Worldwide Phone: 1.503.538.2185 N. America Toll-Free: 1.800.333.8311 Fax: 1.503.538.7600 E-mail: Info@cpmt.com
CLIMAX GLOBAL LOCATIONS
Edmonton
World Headquarters
Portland
Houston
Monterrey
Cincinnati
European Headquarters
Manchester
Charlotte
Baton Rouge
Manchester
Cologne
Production Facilities
Rental Locations
International Distributors
Regional Sales & Technical Support Offices
Gdansk
Singapore
Perth
Call Climax for:
On-site Training
Need some refresher courses in setting up
and operating your CLIMAX machine tool?
Special Projects
CLIMAX has been solving complicated
on-site machining and welding problems for
our customers since 1964.
World Headquarters
2712 E. Second Street
Newberg, Oregon 97132 USA
Worldwide Telephone: 1.503.538.2185
N. America Toll-Free: 1.800.333.8311
Fax: 1.503.538.7600
Email: info@cpmt.com
Rentals
With 16 worldwide rental depot locations,
you are never far away from a CLIMAX tool.