Cut and Form Axial Components with Mil-Spec Precision

Cut and form axial components with Mil-Spec precision, at speeds up to 20,000 pph, with Elite Engineering's Format Axial preforming system bench top lead former.  Tape or loose components can be easily processed by simply clipping on the adjustable tape or vibratory loose feeders.  All pneumatic drives assure reliable performance and long life.  Tool steel dies are precision hardened for extended wear and are easily changed in minutes.   Multi-stage tool clamp leads prior to cutting and forming, eliminating component damage or stress. Choose from a variety of fixed or dial adjustable forming tools to produce right-angle 90°, clip-in, stand-off, flush clip-in, vertical forms and many other special forms. 
  
   

Fully Adjustable Axial Lead Former Provides Clip-In and Stand-Off Forms With the Same Set of Tooling

Form axial components to almost any configuration with Elite Engineering's Format 2000 bench top lead forming system. Clip-ins, stand-offs, verticals, and 90° bends are all easily achieved at speeds of up to 20,000 pph.

The Format 2000 is easily adjusted to satisfy an almost limitless variety of axial forming applications. Lead spacing, lead diameter, leg length, body size, stand-off height, and form depth adjustments are each independent of the other, allowing uneven cut lengths, form centres, or vertical axial forms, if desired.

Lead diameters from 0.40 to 1.50mm (0.016" to 0.060") can be cut and formed to Mil-Spec standards. Since each lead is clamped before cutting and forming, damage or component stress is eliminated.

Components are fed into an adjustable conveyor where they are cut and formed in the various stages. The finished component exits the conveyor and is deposited in a specially designed component drawer. Scrap tape or excess lead material is separated from the finished components.

The standard tooling supplied with the Format 2000 accommodates all cut-only forms, horizontal 90° bends, clip-in and stand-off forms. To switch from clip-in to stand-off, operators need only reverse two standard dimpling inserts. Vertical form or flush-mount clip-in tooling are the only tooling options you may ever need.

Cut and Form Loose Axial Components

The low cost system enables virtually all axial components to be formed to a variety of different forms. Lead diameters from 0.40 to 1.50mm (0.016" to 0.060") can be formed to MIL-Spec precision by means of Elite Engineering's extensive range of interchangeable formers.

• 90 degree

• Flush Clip-in

• Stand Off

• Stand Off Clip-in

• Vertical Form

The compact Format Axial Single Stroke system, with its various tooling, is fully pneumatic and controlled by a foot pedal.

Low Cost Axial Lead Former Cuts and Bends Axials at Speeds Up to 25,000 PPH

Form axial components with Elite Engineering's most affordable Rotary 40 former.  This little workhorse has established a reputation for reliable, economical performance in literally tens of thousands of PCB assembly houses around the globe.  The Rotary 40 can be easily adjusted and readjusted for different body sizes, form dimensions, and cut length.   Choose from five models depending on lead diameter and form.  An adjustment tool is delivered as standard equipment for transferring lead spacing and cut length from the actual PCB sample to the machine tooling.  The easily adjustable, easily replaceable cutting and bending wheels allow thin (0.011") or thicker (0.048") leaded components to be processed.  Options include reel holder, loose feeder, and component counter.