Case, Cartridge, 5.56mm Sub-Module.
Abstract
During the course of this project, the contractor, Waterbury Farrell, designed and furnished eight (8) PC115 presses as well as ancillary equipment for the complete manufacture of the 5.56mm brass cartridge case from the standard three draw cup to a finished pierced case ready for priming. The PC115 is a 15 station, variable speed, inline press of commercial design which was modified and supplemented for this submodule. The entire line was designed for a gross output of 1440 pieces per minute and has the capacity to produce cartridge cases up to cal. .30 and 7.62mm. The submodule is automatically fed and completely conveyorized so that the operator need not handle the draw piece from the cup to the finished case. The developed design features a series - parallel system for greater flexibility, electronic automatic sensing and warning devices, and preset tool modules for ease and speed in replacing tools.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 15, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA031218
Entities
People
- Gerald C. Cahill