Retrofitting your CNC machine? How to install and mount the Rotoclear spinning window.
Easy installation
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Your easy step-by-step instructions.
Imagine the following scenario: You already have a CNC machine in operation, perhaps even an older model. It still runs well, but the view of your machining processes through the machine window is constantly obstructed by cooling lubricants and chips – with the corresponding consequences for process monitoring and safety. You've heard about the option of retrofitting a spinning window. But how does that work? Can you really install it yourself, or is the installation too complicated? Do you need special tools for it? And how long will the machine be down for? In this article, we answer all these questions.
The most common question
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The most common question about installing spinning windows: "Is it really that easy?"
When we say that our spinning windows for machine tools can be easily retrofitted by yourself, many users are often skeptical at first. We usually then explain that during the development of the Rotoclear S3, we already considered that the window must be very easy to install. Without any special tools. Without much effort or complexity. And so quickly that the downtime of your machine remains manageable – and you finally have a clear view of your machining processes after only a short time.
Easily retrofit
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Retrofit a self-cleaning window in your CNC machine? It's that easy with Rotoclear
The spinning window Rotoclear S3 was specially developed for use in CNC and machine tools. The rotation of the window ensures that cooling lubricant and chips are flung outwards by centrifugal force: This means you always have a clear view of your machining process, even when the door is closed.
Is there at least 34 mm of space behind your machine window? Then you can easily retrofit the Rotoclear S3 yourself at any time –
- without complex modifications,
- without window replacement (if the window is still transparent),
- without special tools.
By the way: The Rotoclear S3 can be easily mounted on both polycarbonate and laminated safety glass panes and even works in minimal installation spaces (> 34 mm). It can be retrofitted in almost all machine types – and is suitable for all applications in machine tools and beyond.
Installing the Rotoclear S3 in five simple steps
- Prepare materials and tools
- Thoroughly clean the window
- Mount the flange on the window
- Lay the cabling
- Mount the rotor, the power connection, and the sealing air supply
→ Done!
Would you like to know exactly how the installation works? We explain it step by step in our how-to video:
The 3 biggest benefits
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Your 3 biggest benefits when installation and mounting the Rotoclear S3
1. Designed for intuitive DIY installation.
The Rotoclear S3 is designed from the ground up so that installation and mounting require no special knowledge. Thanks to its clever design and pre-assembled components, DIY installation is completely stress-free.
Whether it's the Bonding version or Screw version: the spinning window can be fastened in just a few simple steps – entirely without expert knowledge.
2. Clear documentation and personal support
With our clear step-by-step instructions, hardly anything can go wrong. A look at our detailed installation video can also quickly clarify open questions.
If you still have questions, our technical support will be happy to assist you by phone or email.
3. Short installation time – for minimal machine downtime
With the Bonding version of the Rotoclear S3, the adhesive must cure for 6 hours. Otherwise, the installation is completed in about 6 hours. So your machine is down for less than a day. Afterwards, you can control your machining processes better than ever before.
Retrofitting: uncomplicated. The result: finally a clear view!
The most common reactions after the quick, easy installation of Rotoclear windows: “Why didn’t we do this sooner?” Because the effect of the window is immediately noticeable when operating the machine: Finally a clear view of the tool and workpiece, a better understanding of the processes, more safety when operating the machine – and many other immediate benefits.
