Peddinghaus electrical contact length stop – ref. no. 522
Universal Electrical Contact Length Stop
- tiltable stop head for use with the section shear and the flat bar shear station
- universal joint with measuring ring
- available in lengths of 1 meter 2 meters, with supporting leg 3 meters, with supporting leg
suitable for all Peddinghaus section and flat bar shears, current models and preceding generations
Applications in steel construction
The electric universal length stop 522 is used for the repeatable positioning of structural steel and flat material prior to cutting to length, punching or finishing. An electrical contact registers a defined contact of the workpiece, so that series parts can be brought to identical length without repeated marking out.
Typical applications
- Dimensionally accurate cutting of angle steel, UNP and IPE sections to length in series
- Positioning flat steel before punching, so that the hole pattern sits identically on every bar
- Recurring stop dimensions for gusset plates and straps without renewed marking out
- Stop for finishing operations such as notching or end machining at the section end
- Use on punching machines, shears and punching units to simplify repetitive work
Which businesses use it
Used in steel construction, metalworking, locksmithing and steel trading, wherever sections and flat material are cut to length and machined in series with dimensional accuracy.
Frequently asked questions
What is an electric length stop used for in steel construction?
It sets the stop dimension for a workpiece, so that structural or flat steel is always brought to the same length or machining position without renewed marking out. The electrical contact signals correct contact of the material and thus makes positioning of series parts repeatable.
Is the length stop 522 only suitable for one specific machine?
As a universal stop, it is designed for use on various finishing machines such as punching machines, shears and punching units and is not tied to a single model.
When is a length stop worthwhile compared with marking out by hand?
As soon as identical dimensions recur in series, for example with several identical gusset plates or section lengths, the stop saves repeated marking out and measuring and ensures consistent dimensional accuracy.