3D Cutting Head Mazak Type M5 & M10 Upper Section Assembly

Introduction

This blog follows the video above and describes the assembly of the upper section of the cutting heads used on Mazak 3D lasers such as the Space Gear, Fabri Gear, and U-44 models. Below you will find step-by-step instructions for assembly. Please note that all parts can be purchased on our website. In addition, we offer fully assembled units. We offer four assemblies of the upper section: the standard setup for the M5, the standard setup for the M10, and then an option for each with a deeper focal point. 

Assembling the standard M5 setup

The “M5” is named as such because the nozzle thread is 5mm in diameter.

The following procedure is depicted in the video beginning at 0:17. This section describes the assembly process for the standard M5 setup. The fully assembled unit can also be found for purchase here. 

1. Take the housing top (M213S0) and insert the S-34 O-Ring (GVS034). You will need to push and tuck the O-Ring in to get a proper fit. Turn over the unit to add the small packing (M214G0) and push all the way down to get it flat against the housing top. Set aside.
2. Place the retainer (M217S0) inside of the housing bottom (M215S0). Invert the unit and thread in the housing top that you just handled.
3. Use a coupler spanner wrench (LT0011) to insert in one of the holes on the housing top (M213S0) to hold the unit steady. Then, invert the unit and use the spring retainer tool (LT0012) to gently twist and tighten the retainer (M217S0) until the connection is snug.
4. Place the unit so that the retainer (M217S0) is facing up. Add the spring (M218S0) and then the large packing (M216G0) before topping it with the base top (M219S0). Gently flip the whole unit over.
5. Use the bolts included with the base top (M219S0) and fasten to the unit through the housing bottom (M215S0). Tighten the bolts. 
6. Flip the unit over again. Add a S-42 O-Ring (GVS042) and press into the indentation on the base top (M219S0). This completes the assembly of the standard Mazak Type M5 setup. 

Deeper Focal Point for M5

The following procedure is depicted in the video beginning at 3:14. This section describes the assembly process for a deeper focal point on the standard M5 setup. The fully assembled unit can also be found for purchase here. 

1. Take the housing top (M213S0) and insert the S-34 O-Ring (GVS034) into the wider end of the housing top. You will need to push and tuck the O-Ring in to get a proper fit. Turn over the unit to add the small packing (M214G0) and push all the way down to get it flat against the housing top. Set aside.
2. Place the retainer (M217S1) inside of the housing bottom (M215S0). Invert the unit and thread in the housing top that you just handled.
3. Use a coupler spanner wrench (LT0011) to insert in one of the holes on the housing top (M213S0) to hold the unit steady. Then, invert the unit and use the spring retainer tool (LT0012) to gently twist and tighten the retainer (M217S1) until the connection is snug.
4. Place the unit so that the retainer (M217S1) is facing up. Add the spring (M218S0) and then the large packing (M216G0) before topping it with the base top (M219S0). Gently flip the whole unit over.
5. Use the bolts included with the base top (M219S0) and fasten to the unit through the housing bottom (M215S0). Tighten the bolts. 
6. Flip the unit over again. Add a S-42 O-Ring (GVS042) and press into the indentation on the base top (M219S0). This completes the assembly of the deeper focal point option for the standard Mazak Type M5 setup. 

Assembling the standard M10 setup

The “M10” is named as such because the nozzle thread is 10mm in diameter.

The following procedure is depicted in the video beginning at 5:49. This section describes the assembly process for the standard M10 setup. The fully assembled unit can also be found for purchase here. 

1. Take the housing top (M213S0) and insert the S-34 O-Ring (GVS034). You will need to push and tuck the O-Ring in to get a proper fit. Turn over the unit to add the small packing (M214G0) and push all the way down to get it flat against the housing top. Set aside.
2. Place the retainer (M217S0) inside of the housing bottom (M215S1). Invert the unit and thread in the housing top that you just handled.
3. Use a coupler spanner wrench (LT0011) to insert in one of the holes on the housing top (M213S0) to hold the unit steady. Then, invert the unit and use the spring retainer tool (LT0012) to gently twist and tighten the retainer (M217S0) until the connection is snug.
4. Place the unit so that the retainer (M217S0) is facing up. Add the spring (M218S0) and then the large packing (M216G1) before topping it with the base top (M219S1). Gently flip the whole unit over.
5. Use the bolts included with the base top (M219S1) and fasten to the unit through the housing bottom (M215S1). Tighten the bolts. 
6. Flip the unit over again. Add a S-42 O-Ring (GVS042) and press into the indentation on the base top (M219S1). This completes the assembly of the standard Mazak Type M10 setup. 

Deeper Focal Point for M10

The following procedure is depicted in the video beginning at 8:47. This section describes the assembly process for a deeper focal point on the standard M10 setup. The fully assembled unit can also be found for purchase here. 

1. Take the housing top (M213S0) and insert the S-34 O-Ring (GVS034) into the wider opening of the housing top. You will need to push and tuck the O-Ring in to get a proper fit. Turn over the unit to add the small packing (M214G0) and push all the way down to get it flat against the housing top. Set aside.
2. Place the retainer (M217S1) inside of the housing bottom (M215S1). Invert the unit and thread in the housing top that you just handled.
3. Use a coupler spanner wrench (LT0011) to insert in one of the holes on the housing top (M213S0) to hold the unit steady. Then, invert the unit and use the spring retainer tool (LT0012) to gently twist and tighten the retainer (M217S1) until the connection is snug.
4. Place the unit so that the retainer (M217S1) is facing up. Add the spring (M218S0) and then the large packing (M216G1) before topping it with the base top (M219S1). Gently flip the whole unit over.
5. Use the bolts included with the base top (M219S1) and fasten to the unit through the housing bottom (M215S1). Tighten the bolts. 
6. Flip the unit over again. Add a S-42 O-Ring (GVS042) and press into the indentation on the base top (M219S1). This completes the assembly of the deeper focal point option for the Mazak Type M10 setup.