05 Sep
Posted by: edmond 229 views
Category: Grippers, Universal series
I understand that there is an option for the powered Universal series presses in which the powered grippers would raise and close without having to press on the foot pedal. How is it activated? Where can I find blueprints or technical operating manuals (more detailed) of the Uni presses?
Thank you once again!
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These are actuated by a magnetic solenoid. I will take a photo for you tomorrow. I haven’t tried using it on my Universals. I prefer the control of the foot actuated grippers. The feature would be good for proofing in quantity, but not for editioning or accurate registration.
As for technical manuals I don’t think there was one unless it was a binder given to the service technicians. If that exists I would pay good money for one!
Daniel Morris
September 5th, 2007 at 8:15 pmThe Arm Letterpress
Brooklyn, NY
Does Paul Moxon or Fritz sell blueprints of the Universals??? That would definitely help understand and problem solve a lot of questions.
September 7th, 2007 at 7:16 pmYou can’t buy blueprints of the Vandercooks beyond what is in the manual. If that ever changes I want to hear about it!
But you may find these patent drawings useful for the Uni I.
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1283/881614046_ef2e7144cb_b.jpg
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1022/881613994_7dc1a3d8b7_b.jpg
Daniel Morris
September 8th, 2007 at 9:38 amThe Arm Letterpress
Brooklyn, NY