Group 36 - Ryobi Contractor's Saw
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| − | 1. | + | 1. Removed Wrench with hands. |
| − | 2. Removed rubber stopper with T-30 torx bit | + | 2. Removed rubber stopper with T-30 torx bit. |
| − | 3. Removed lower guard lift with T-20 torx bit | + | 3. Removed lower guard lift with T-20 torx bit. |
| − | 4. Removed spring from lower guard with needle nose pliers | + | 4. Removed spring from lower guard with needle nose pliers. |
| − | 5. Removed blade-holding bolt and “washers” with 13mm socket | + | 5. Removed blade-holding bolt and “washers” with 13mm socket. |
| − | 6. Removed spring ring with swiss army knife | + | 6. Removed spring ring with swiss army knife. |
| − | 7. Removed C-clip and depth adjustment lever with pliers and a 12mm wrench | + | 7. Removed C-clip and depth adjustment lever with pliers and a 12mm wrench. |
| − | 8. Removed lower guard with hands | + | 8. Removed lower guard with hands. |
| − | 9. Removed 3 short screws with T-20 screw driver and bearing flange | + | 9. Removed 3 short screws with T-20 screw driver and bearing flange. |
| − | 10.Removed pinion shaft | + | 10.Removed pinion shaft. |
| − | 11.Removed 4 long screws from upper guard with a T-20 torx bit | + | 11.Removed 4 long screws from upper guard with a T-20 torx bit. |
| − | 12.Removed upper guard with hands | + | 12.Removed upper guard with hands. |
| − | 13.Removed | + | 13.Removed rotor with hands. |
| − | 14.Removed plain washer and washer from the | + | 14.Removed plain washer and washer from the rotor. |
| − | 15.Removed 6 medium screws to take handle apart with T-20 torx bit | + | 15.Removed 6 medium screws to take handle apart with T-20 torx bit. |
| − | 16.Pulled the handle off with hands | + | 16.Pulled the handle off with hands. |
| − | 17.Removed 2 medium screws and pulled off housing cover with hands | + | 17.Removed 2 medium screws and pulled off housing cover with hands. |
| − | 18.Slid out motor brushes with needle nose pliers | + | 18.Slid out motor brushes with needle nose pliers. |
| − | 19.Took apart brushes with hands | + | 19.Took apart brushes with hands. |
| − | 20.Removed 2 long screws from stator | + | 20.Removed 2 long screws from stator. |
The disassembly was relatively easy except for pulling off the C-Clip, which needed to be slowly worked out of its former position, so as not to damage it. | The disassembly was relatively easy except for pulling off the C-Clip, which needed to be slowly worked out of its former position, so as not to damage it. | ||
Revision as of 12:30, 8 December 2007
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Executive Summary
For this project, our group was instructed to examine the Skilsaw contractor's saw. We first disassembled the saw, and analyzed its components. We then made recommendations for design improvements, before reassembling it.
Introduction
The Skilsaw circular saw is primarily designed for cutting wood, but with a change of blades can also cut through other materials, such as metal piping. This hand-held saw is powered by an AC current, which is converted to mechanical energy in the rotation of the blade. The electrical engine has a power output of 2.3 HP, and spins at 4,600 RPM. During this project, the group disassembled, analyzed, and reassembled the saw.
Group Members
Rita Groetz acted as the group leader. She was responsible for scheduling meeting times, keeping the entire group up to date on the project with emails and phone calls. She also was the photographer for the group, and the primary contributor and editor for the CIBER-U web page.
Kevin Bush was responsible for assembling and disassembling the saw. He had prior experience with both the materials and mechanics of the saw; knowledge which was invaluable to the group. He also contributed to the CAD design, and presented the project.
David Pohl was the primary CAD designer. He created the majority of the CAD drawings, and also created an animated movie clip, using those drawings to illustrate how the motor looked on the inside, as it was running. He also took notes during most meetings, and presented the project.
Kevin Ho contributed to the power point presentation and contributed to the CIBER-U web page.
Tai Nguyen took notes for the disassembly process, contributed to the power point presentation, and contributed to the CIBER-U web page.
All group members collaborated on analyzing the components of the saw.
Before Disassembly Section
Since the saw was brand new when given to the group, we assumed that its initial appearance and operation was correct. Apart from basic outer components, like housing and a handle, the saw contained a safety switch, a movable foot, and a detachable wrench to tighten the center bolt.
The saw is operated by engaging a safety switch, and then a power switch. It was very loud, and even without the torque of the blade, kicked back when it was initially operated. This demonstrated the physical power of the motor.
The group estimated that the saw would contain about 40 components, and predicted that those components would be made of plastic, steel, aluminum and copper.
Disassembly Procedure
1. Removed Wrench with hands.
2. Removed rubber stopper with T-30 torx bit.
3. Removed lower guard lift with T-20 torx bit.
4. Removed spring from lower guard with needle nose pliers.
5. Removed blade-holding bolt and “washers” with 13mm socket.
6. Removed spring ring with swiss army knife.
7. Removed C-clip and depth adjustment lever with pliers and a 12mm wrench.
8. Removed lower guard with hands.
9. Removed 3 short screws with T-20 screw driver and bearing flange.
10.Removed pinion shaft.
11.Removed 4 long screws from upper guard with a T-20 torx bit.
12.Removed upper guard with hands.
13.Removed rotor with hands.
14.Removed plain washer and washer from the rotor.
15.Removed 6 medium screws to take handle apart with T-20 torx bit.
16.Pulled the handle off with hands.
17.Removed 2 medium screws and pulled off housing cover with hands.
18.Slid out motor brushes with needle nose pliers.
19.Took apart brushes with hands.
20.Removed 2 long screws from stator.
The disassembly was relatively easy except for pulling off the C-Clip, which needed to be slowly worked out of its former position, so as not to damage it.
After Disassembly
Component List
| Part # | Component Name | Number of Parts of This Type | Material(s) | Manufacturing Process | Image |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motor Housing | 1 | Plastic, Brass, Galvanized Steel | Injection Molded, Die Cast and Machined, Stamped |  |
| 2 | Stator | 1 | Plastic, Copper, Magnetic Alloy | Injection Molded, Extruded, Stamped and Soldered |  |
| 3 | Trigger and Safety Switch | 1 | Plastic, Aluminum | Injection Molded, Extruded and Machined |  |
| 4 | Power Cord | 1 | Copper, Plastic | Both Extruded |  |
| 5 | Upper Guard | 1 | Aluminum, Brass | Die Cast and Machined, Machined |  |
| 6 | Pinion Shaft | 1 | Steel | Extruded and Machined. Also dipped in an anti-corrosion coating. |  |
| 7 | Central Washer | 2 | Steel | Die Cast |  |
| 8 | Depth Adjustment Lever | 1 | Plastic | Injection Molded |  |
| 9 | Rubber Stopper | 1 | Rubber | Injection Molded and Vulcanized |  |
| 10 | Handle | 2 | Plastic | Injection Molded |  |
| 11 | Rotor | 1 | Steel, Copper, Plastic | Stamped, Extruded and Machined, Extruded, and Injection Molded |  |
| 12 | Vent Cover | 1 | Plastic | Injection Molded |  |
| 13 | Lower Guard | 1 | Aluminum | Die Cast |  |
| 14 | Carbon Brush | 2 | Plastic, Copper, Carbon, Brass | Injection Molded, Extruded, Machined, Stamped |  |
| 15 | Lower Guard Lift Lever | 1 | Plastic | Injection Molded |  |
| 16 | Long Screw | 6 | Steel | Extruded and Machined |  |
| 17 | Medium Screws | 8 | Steel | Extruded and Machined |  |
| 18 | Short Screws | 4 | Steel | Extruded and Machined |  |
| 19 | Central Bolt | 1 | Steel | Extruded and Machined |  |
| 20 | Long Spring | 1 | Steel | Extruded |  |
| 21 | O-Spring | 1 | Steel | Extruded |  |
| 21 | C-Clip | 1 | Steel | Stamped |  |
| 22 | Large Gauge Screw | 1 | Steel | Extruded and Machined | |
| 23 | Wing Nut Bolt | 1 | Steel | Extruded and Machined |  |
| 24 | Wing Nut | 1 | Steel | Stamped |  |
| 25 | Wrench | 1 | Galvanized Steel | Stamped |  |
| 26 | Plain Washer | 1 | Aluminum | Stamped |  |
| 27 | Washer | 1 | Aluminum | Stamped |  |
| 28 | Bearing Flange | 1 | Steel | Machined |  |
| 29 | Depth Adjustment Nut | 1 | Steel | Machined |  |
CAD Drawings
Bearing Flange
Pinion Shaft
Rotor
Upper Guard
Assembled Parts
We also produced a video clip, using the CAD drawings. It can be viewed here.
Design Changes
While the long, medium, and short screws all took the same size bit and had the same thread, the large screw took a different bit. This group suggests that the large screw be changed to accommodate the same size bit as the others.
Also, the carbon brushes are simply set into the saw and held in place by the vent. The group suggests that the brushes are fastened in place independently.
Assembly
1. Placed stator and two long screws into housing, using a T-20 torx bit.
2. Reassembled carbon brushes with hands, and placed into housing with hands.
3. Replaced vent cover and two medium screws, using a T-20 torx bit.
4. Slid handle parts back onto housing, and realigned the switch and wires inside of it with hands.
5. Replaced 6 medium screws in handle with T-20 torx bit.
6. Replaced plain washer and washer on rotor with hands.
7. Placed rotor into housing with hands.
8. Reattached upper guard to housing with 4 long screws and a T-20 torx bit.
9. Replaced pinion shaft with hands.
10. Replaced bearing flange with hands, and secured with 3 short screws and the T-20 torx bit.
11. Eased lower guard back into place with hands.
12. Replaced depth adjustment lever and c-clip with needle nose pliers.
13. Replaced spring ring with hands.
14. Replaced center bolt and washers with hands.
15. Replaced spring with pliers.
16. Replaced lower guard lift with T-20 torx bit.
17. Replaced rubber stopper and large screw with a T-30 torx bit.
18. Replaced wrench with hands.
Reassembly was much easier than assembly, because by that time, we were quite familiar with the saw's components.
After Assembly
Reassembly
Upon reassembling the saw, the group successfully tested it. It ran almost exactly as it had before, but once the switch was disengaged, the motor continued to spin from its momentum. The group surmised that the broken copper wiring in the carbon brushes must have had something to do with the braking of the motor. This problem could be quite dangerous if the lower guard malfunctioned.
Design Problems/ Changes
The group discovered that there was a lot of plastic used in the saw's construction. We felt that there was not enough metal at pivotal load-bearing locations on the saw. Instead, we found plastic at these locations. The high power of the drill and the brittle nature of the plastic could lead to a dangerous malfunction, were some of the plastic supports to break. We suggest that high-load areas be reinforced with some sort of steel.
We also noticed that there were no ball bearings on the bushings. Instead, the bushings were heavily lubricated with grease. If the lubricant was burned away by regular use, there could be a large amount of friction created, efficiently "burning out" the motor. We suggest that to increase the longevity of the saw, ball bearings are added to the bushings.
References
Product Detail - 7 1/4" Skilsaw - Model #5400-01. (n.d.). Retrieved December 3, 2007, from http://www.skiltools.com/en/AllTools/Category/Product/default.htm?pid=5400-01&cid=192160
