Gap Frame Mechanical Press NC1 Single Point, From 35 - 250 Tons

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High Quality, Industry Leading Mechanical Gap Frame Presses AIDA NC1-2000, 200 Ton Gap Frame Mechanical Press

Highly rigid frame with low angular deflection
Fast acting HOLP system (10 msec)
AIDA wet clutch and brake
6-Point full length bronze gibs
Brake stop-time monitoring display
Automatic lubrication system for gibs and crankshaft bearings
AIDA MPC/SVC safety controller
Quill mounted flywheel with a flywheel brake
AC variable frequency drive

AIDA NC1 gap frame mechanical presses (also known as C frame mechanical presses) are available from 35 through 250 tons capacity. A compact rigid frame design minimizes the deflection rating and the low overall clearance minimizes reverse tonnage. The six-point slide guide system provides a long useful life. The wet-type clutch and brake provide higher intermittent rates and long life - important factors for hand-fed and top-stop applications.

An AC Variable frequency drive allows for wider speed ranges. The quill mounted flywheel results in a larger bearing surface. The front to back mounted forged steel crankshaft along with hardened and precision ground gears are well suited for high stress blanking applications. Micro-Inching provides die setting at very low speeds. Additionally, an extensive spare parts inventory in Dayton, OH ensures continuous product support.

With over 3,000 AIDA mechanical gap frame presses installed in North America, it is easy to see that AIDA NC presses are an industry standard.

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Press Features

AIDA NC1 Gap Frame Press Features

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Additional Features & Benefits
Installation and service support by AIDA factory trained technicians
Angular frame deflection is 50% or less compared to competition
The tightest clearances available in any gap frame press
Flywheel brake
Counterbalance lube pump
Air blow-off with solenoid valve
ASME certified air tanks
Full length 6-point slide guides

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6-Point Slide Guide System

Simple, Yet Effective Slide Guide System for Stamping Presses

Extra-long gibs with extensions on the slide minimize "tipping" of the slide within the guides and provide superior off-center guiding vs. industry standard

AIDA Wet Clutch and Brake

High Single Cycle Rates, Low Mainenance

High performance torque transmission system for mechanical press drives. Very little heat generation and component wear so performance does not deteriorate over time.

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Ball and Socket Connections

Improved Design When Compared to Wrist Pin Connections

Eliminate one of the largest maintenance costs of a stamping press: the wrist pin slide connections. Designed to withstand the rigors of heavy stamping.

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Hard Guarding & Light Curtains

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Protect Operators & Provide Safety

Used to protect operators from getting too close to a press while its moving. Standard configuration mounted to side mesh guarding.

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High Precision Drivetrain System

Utilizes Hardened and Ground Pinion and Main Gears

Provides industry minimal backlash resulting in improved press accuracy. Integrated hardened pinion minimizes required gear diameters and related drivetrain inertia.

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HOLP

Hydraulic Overload Protection System

AIDA's press technology - the industry's fastest protection system. When overload occurs, oil evacuates 360 degrees around the ball seat with minimum oil flow resistance as compared to conventional systems

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Quill Mounted Flywheel

Increases the Life of the Flywheel and Main Driveshaft Bearings

The flywheel is mounted on a quill that is attached to the press frame. The driveshaft passes through the quill and operates in an oil film bearing.

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Rigid Gap Press Frame

Low Deflection Produces Better Press Performance

Lowest angual deflection in the industry (0.0004" per inch of throat depth). FEA modeled design. Welded high grade steel plate construction.

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Press Specifications

NC1 Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

35 Ton	45 Ton
60 Ton	80 Ton
110 Ton	150 Ton
200 Ton	250 Ton
35 - 80 Ton	110 - 250 Ton
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NC1-350, 35 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-350 MODELS
Press Technical Data	Unit	NC1-350
		(1) E	(2) E
Tonnage Capacity	kN	350
	U.S. ton	39
Tonnage Rating Point	mm	2.6
	in.	0.1
Full Stroke Length	mm	70	120
	in.	2.8	4.7
SPM (No Load)	spm	90~150	55~115
Die Height (SDAU)	mm	200	250
	in.	7.87	9.84
Slide Adjustment	mm	50
	in.	2.0
Slide Area (LR x FB)	mm	380 x 300
	in.	15.0 x 11.8
Bolster Area (LR x FB)	mm	730 x 310	730 x 380
	in.	28.7 x 12.2	28.7 x 15.0
Throat Depth	mm	160	195
	in.	6.3	7.7
Inside Frame Dimension	mm	458
	in.	18.0
Bolster Thickness	mm	100
	in.	3.9
Maximum Upper Die Weight	kg	180
	lb.	397
Main Motor	kW	5.5
	HP	7
Required Air Pressure	Mpa	0.5
	psi	73

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NC1-450, 45 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-450 MODELS
Press Technical Data	Unit	NC1-450
		(1) E	(2) E
Tonnage Capacity	kN	450
	U.S. ton	50
Tonnage Rating Point	mm	3.2
	in.	0.1
Full Stroke Length	mm	80	120
	in.	3.1	4.7
SPM (No Load)	spm	65~130	50~105
Die Height( SDAU)	mm	250	270
	in.	9.84	10.63
Slide Adjustment	mm	60
	in.	2.3
Slide Area (LR x FB)	mm	410 x 340
	in.	16.1 x 13.4
Bolster Area (LR x FB)	mm	810 x 360	810 x 440
	in.	31.9 x 14.2	31.9 x 17.3
Throat Depth	mm	185	225
	in.	7.3	8.9
Inside Frame Dimension	mm	499
	in.	19.6
Bolster Thickness	mm	110
	in.	4.3
Maximum Upper Die Weight	kg	250
	lb.	551
Main Motor Capacity	kW	5.5
	HP	7
Required Air Pressure	Mpa	0.5
	psi	73

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NC1-600, 60 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-600 MODELS
Press Technical Data	Unit	NC1-600
		(1) E	(2) E
Tonnage Capacity	kN	600
	U.S. ton	66
Tonnage Rating Point	mm	4
	in.	0.2
Full Stroke Length	mm	90	140
	in.	3.5	5.5
SPM (No Load)	spm	60~120	45~95
Die Height (SDAU)	mm	270	300
	in.	10.63	11.81
Slide Adjustment	mm	70
	in.	2.8
Slide Area (LR x FB)	mm	480 x 400
	in.	18.9 x 15.7
Bolster Area (LR x FB)	mm	870 x 400	870 x 520
	in.	34.3 x 15.7	34.3 x 20.5
Throat Depth	mm	210	270
	in.	8.3	10.6
Inside Frame Dimension	mm	564
	in.	22.2
Bolster Thickness	mm	130
	in.	5.1
Maximum Upper Die Weight	kg	270
	lb.	595
Main Motor	kW	5.5
	HP	7
Required Air Pressure	Mpa	0.5
	psi	73

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NC1-800, 80 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-800 MODELS
Press Technical Data	Unit	NC1-800
		(1) E	(2) E
Tonnage Capacity	kN	800
	U.S. ton	88
Tonnage Rating Point	mm	5
	in.	0.2
Full Stroke Length	mm	100	160
	in.	3.9	6.3
SPM (No Load)	spm	55~110	40~85
Die Height (SDAU)	mm	300	320
	in.	11.81	12.60
Slide Adjustment	mm	80
	in.	3.1
Slide Area (LR x FB)	mm	540 x 460
	in.	21.3 x 18.1
Bolster Area (LR x FB)	mm	950 x 460	950 x 600
	in.	37.4 x 18.1	37.4 x 23.6
Throat Depth	mm	240	310
	in.	9.4	12.2
Inside Frame Dimension	mm	624
	in.	24.6
Bolster Thickness	mm	140
	in.	5.5
Maximum Upper Die Weight	kg	645
	lb.	1422
Main Motor	kW	7.5
	HP	10
Required Air Pressure	Mpa	0.5
	psi	73

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NC1-1100, 110 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-1100 MODELS
Press Technical Data	Unit	NC1-1100
		(1) E	(2) E
Tonnage Capacity	kN	1100
	U.S. ton	121
Tonnage Rating Point	mm	5
	in.	0.2
Full Stroke Length	mm	110	180
	in.	4.3	7.0
SPM (No Load)	spm	50~100	35~70
Die Height (SDAU)	mm	320	350
	in.	12.60	13.78
Slide Adjustment	mm	90
	in.	3.5
Slide Area (LR x FB)	mm	630 x 520
	in.	24.8 x 20.5
Bolster Area (LR x FB)	mm	1070 x 520	1070 x 680
	in.	42.1 x 20.5	42.1 x 26.8
Throat Depth	mm	270	350
	in.	10.6	13.8
Inside Frame Dimension	mm	666
	in.	26.2
Bolster Thickness	mm	155
	in.	6.1
Maximum Upper Die Weight	kg	550
	lb.	1213
Main Motor Capacity	kW	11	7.5
	HP	15	10
Required Air Pressure	Mpa	0.5
	psi	73

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NC1-1500, 150 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-1500 MODELS
Press Technical Data	Unit	NC1-1500
		(1) E	(2) E
Tonnage Capacity	kN	1500
	U.S. ton	165
Tonnage Rating Point	mm	6
	in.	0.2
Full Stroke Length	mm	130	200
	in.	5.1	7.9
SPM (No Load)	spm	40~85	30~60
Die Height (SDAU)	mm	350	400
	in.	13.78	15.75
Slide Adjustment	mm	100
	in.	3.9
Slide Area (LR x FB)	mm	700 x 580
	in.	27.6 x 22.8
Bolster Area (LR x FB)	mm	1170 x 600	1170 x 760
	in.	46.1 x 23.6	46.1 x 29.9
Throat Depth	mm	310	390
	in.	12.2	15.4
Inside Frame Dimension	mm	736
	in.	29.0
Bolster Thickness	mm	165
	in.	6.5
Maximum Upper Die Weight	kg	761
	lb.	1678
Main Motor Capacity	kW	11
	HP	15
Required Air Pressure	Mpa	0.5
	psi	73

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NC1-2000, 200 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-2000 MODELS
Press Technical Data	Unit	NC1-2000
		(1) E	(2) E
Tonnage Capacity	kN	2000
	U.S. ton	220
Tonnage Rating Point	mm	6
	in.	0.2
Full Stroke Length	mm	160	250
	in.	6.3	9.8
SPM (No Load)	spm	35~70	25~50
Die Height (SDAU)	mm	410	450
	in.	16.14	17.72
Slide Adjustment	mm	110
	in.	4.3
Slide Area (LR x FB)	mm	880 x 650
	in.	34.6 x 25.6
Bolster Area (LR x FB)	mm	1390 x 680	1390 x 840
	in.	54.7 x 26.8	54.7 x 33.1
Throat Depth	mm	350	430
	in.	13.8	16.9
Inside Frame Dimension	mm	906
	in.	35.7
Bolster Thickness	mm	180
	in.	7.1
Maximum Upper Die Weight	kg	1000
	lb.	2205
Main Motor Capacity	kW	15
	HP	20
Required Air Pressure	Mpa	0.5
	psi	73

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NC1-2500, 250 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-2500 MODELS
Press Technical Data	Unit	NC1-2500
		(2) E
Tonnage Capacity	kN	2500
	U.S. ton	275
Tonnage Rating Point	mm	6.5
	in.	0.3
Full Stroke Length	mm	300
	in.	11.8
SPM (No Load)	spm	20~40
Die Height (SDAU)	mm	540
	in.	21.26
Slide Adjustment	mm	120
	in.	4.7
Slide Area (LR x FB)	mm	1100 x 730
	in.	43.3 x 28.7
Bolster Area (LR x FB)	mm	1750 x 900
	in.	68.9 x 35.4
Throat Depth	mm	470
	in.	18.5
Inside Frame Dimension	mm	1220
	in.	48.0
Bolster Thickness	mm	180
	in.	7.1
Maximum Upper Die Weight	kg	1300
	lb.	2866
Main Motor Capacity	kW	22
	HP	30
Required Air Pressure	Mpa	0.5
	psi	73

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NC1, 35 - 80 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1 MODELS
Press Technical Data	Unit	NC1-350		NC1-450		NC1-600		NC1-800
		(1) E	(2) E	(1) E	(2) E	(1) E	(2) E	(1) E	(2) E
Tonnage Capacity	kN	350		450		600		800
	U.S. ton	39		50		66		88
Tonnage Rating Point	mm	2.6		3.2		4.0		5.0
	in.	0.1		0.1		0.2		0.2
Full Stroke Length	mm	70	120	80	120	90	140	100	160
	in.	2.8	4.7	3.1	4.7	3.5	5.5	3.9	6.3
SPM (No Load)	spm	90~150	55~115	65~130	50~105	60~120	45~95	55~110	40~85
Die Height (SDAU)	mm	200	250	250	270	270	300	300	320
	in.	7.87	9.84	9.84	10.63	10.63	11.81	11.81	12.60
Slide Adjustment	mm	50		60		70		80
	in.	2.0		2.3		2.8		3.1
Slide Area (LR x FB)	mm	380 x 300		410 x 340		480 x 400		540 x 460
	in.	15.0 x 11.8		16.1 x 13.4		18.9 x 15.7		21.3 x 18.1
Bolster Area (LR x FB)	mm	730 x 310	730 x 380	810 x 360	810 x 440	870 x 400	870 x 520	950 x 460	950 x 600
	in.	28.7 x 12.2	28.7 x 15.0	31.9 x 14.2	31.9 x 17.3	34.3 x 15.7	34.3 x 20.5	37.4 x 18.1	37.4 x 23.6
Throat Depth	mm	160	195	185	225	210	270	240	310
	in.	6.3	7.7	7.3	8.9	8.3	10.6	9.4	12.2
Inside Frame Dimension	mm	458		499		564		624
	in.	18.0		19.6		22.2		24.6
Bolster Thickness	mm	100		110		130		140
	in.	3.9		4.3		5.1		5.5
Maximum Upper Die Weight	kg	180		250		270		645
	lb.	397		551		595		1422
Main Motor Capacity	kW	5.5		5.5		5.5		7.5
	HP	7		7		7		10
Required Air Pressure	Mpa	0.5		0.5		0.5		0.5
	psi	73		73		73		73

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NC1, 110 - 250 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1 MODELS
Press Technical Data	Unit	NC1-1100		NC1-1500		NC1-2000		NC1-2500
		(1) E	(2) E	(1) E	(2) E	(1) E	(2) E	(2) E
Tonnage Capacity	kN	1100		1500		2000		2500
	U.S. ton	121		165		220		275
Tonnage Rating Point	mm	5		6		6		6.5
	in.	0.2		0.2		0.2		0.3
Full Stroke Length	mm	110	180	130	200	160	250	300
	in.	4.3	7.1	5.1	7.9	6.3	9.8	11.8
SPM (No Load)	spm	50~100	35~70	40~85	30~60	35~70	25~50	20~40
Die Height (SDAU)	mm	320	350	350	400	410	450	540
	in.	12.60	13.78	13.78	15.75	16.14	17.72	21.26
Slide Adjustment	mm	90		100		110		120
	in.	3.5		3.9		4.3		4.7
Slide Area (LR x FB)	mm	630 x 520		700 x 580		880 x 650		1100 x 730
	in.	24.8 x 20.5		27.6 x 22.8		34.6 x 25.6		43.3 x 28.7
Bolster Area (LR x FB)	mm	1070 x 520	1070 x 680	1170 x 600	1170 x 760	1390 x 680	1390 x 840	1750 x 900
	in.	42.1 x 20.5	42.1 x 26.8	46.1 x 23.6	46.1 x 29.9	54.7 x 26.8	54.7 x 33.1	68.9 x 35.4
Throat Depth	mm	270	350	310	390	350	430	470
	in.	10.6	13.8	12.2	15.4	13.8	16.9	18.5
Inside Frame Dimension	mm	666		736		906		1220
	in.	26.2		29.0		35.7		48.0
Bolster Thickness	mm	155		165		180		180
	in.	6.1		6.5		7.1		7.1
Maximum Upper Die Weight	kg	550		761		1000		1300
	lb.	1213		1678		2205		2866
Main Motor Capacity	kW	11	7.5	11		15		22
	HP	15	10	15		20		30
Required Air Pressure	Mpa	0.5		0.5		0.5		0.5
	psi	73		73		73		73

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Gap Frame Mechanical Press NC1 Single Point, From 35 - 250 Tons

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Press Information & Overview

Press Features

AIDA NC1 Gap Frame Press Features

6-Point Slide Guide System

AIDA Wet Clutch and Brake

Ball and Socket Connections

Hard Guarding & Light Curtains

High Precision Drivetrain System

HOLP

Quill Mounted Flywheel

Rigid Gap Press Frame

Press Specifications

NC1 Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-350, 35 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-450, 45 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-600, 60 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-800, 80 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-1100, 110 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-1500, 150 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-2000, 200 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1-2500, 250 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1, 35 - 80 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

NC1, 110 - 250 Ton Mechanical Gap Frame Press Specifications

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