Shearing blade mount for cut-off die set

摘要

A shearing blade assembly specifically for use in a double cut die set of the type used to cut tubing continuously emanating from a tube mill. The present invention is directed toward the shearing blade assembly used in conjunction with the notching blade of the cut-off die set. The subject device includes a mounting block fixed to the upper platen of a die set, a shearing blade mounted to a shearing blade cartridge. The shearing blade cartridge is then inserted into the mounting block and is retained in position by a cam lock assembly. The cam lock assembly and cartridge system allows the shearing blade to be quickly and efficiently removed and replaced as needed.