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1. What is the average price and turnaround time on a spindle repair? | |
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Turnaround time depends on the condition of the spindle. It can vary from a few days to a few weeks. Initial inspection is completed within two working days and a reasonable estimate of time and cost will be available ASAP. | |
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2. What are the most common causes of spindle failure? | |
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Contamination (coolant, grinding grit, aluminum or steel chips) b) Lubricant breakdown c) Accidental contact to the part or fixture (crash) d) Excessive vibration (unbalanced spindle or tool holder) |
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3. What types of spindles does PBA repair? | |
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PBA repairs virtually any anti-friction spindle - ball bearings or roller bearings. This includes: belt-driven or motorized, air-driven, standard or high-frequency. For a list of manufacturer brands we repair, click here. | |
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4. Can my spindle be upgraded? | |
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In practically every instance, yes. We can rework your spindle to run faster, run cooler, increase rigidity, resist contamination with added air purges or seals and more. | |
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5. What class of bearing does PBA use? | |
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We use ABEC 7 and ABEC 9 precision bearings equal to or better than the original. We also use ceramic hybrid bearings. | |
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6. What if my spindle has missing or damaged parts? | |
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PBA has the expertise and equipment to manufacture missing or damaged parts. We can also provide you with a complete, newly manufactured replacement spindle. | |
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