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Designed over fourty years ago, the Sedgwick 571
is probable the best-proven morticer on the market. With more
than ten thousand machines in use throught the world, its reputation
for power, accuracy, reliability, and ease of operation make it
regarded by many as 'the industry standard'.
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Quality by design
A cast iron base, column, table and slideways provide a rigid
and durable mainframe assembly, onto which is mounted the cast
iron chisel head and motor. All slide movements are easily adjusted
by a single dovetail slide for ease of maintenance. The chisel
head assembly is counterbalanced by a weight, giving fingertip
control to the rise and fall and eliminating the breakages associated
with spring type mechanisms. The 1.1Kw industrial fan cooled motor
fitted with a 1/2" capacity adjustable chuck provides ample
power for continuous duties. Unlike a collett type system, the
adjustable chuck holds the auger firmly round its circumference,
true to the centre line of the chisel, securing longer tool life
and better cutting capability. The chuck is guarded with a hinged
guard for safety.
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Versatility and ease of operation
The table has longitudinal and lateral movement on a single handwheel
control, not only for ease of operation, but also for more precise positioning:
lateral adjustment of the table being better controlled by a central
screw. The angled timber clamp has three fixings positions giving a
maximum timber width of 180mm. Coupled with the height adjustable chisel
head which can give a maximum timber height of 255mm underneath the
chisel, the Sedgwick 571 has exceptional capability. For repetition
work the table is fitted with longitudinal length stops, and the chisel
head with a two position depth stop (for haunching), thus reducing 'marking
out' time.
Safety Devices
The switchgear has no volt release, thermal overload, and a mushroom
headed stop button.
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