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103 detailed description

When the Model 101 was introduced, it broke new ground because if its completely new splicing chamber technology.   The 101 could make joints in a very wide range of yarns without changing splicing chambers.   The 101 made splices of the "ends-together" form, for non-critical applications.   The splicer itself was designed to be as uncomplicated as possible, with a small, light body structure, and a very simple disposable knife arrangement.

The 101's simplicity, however, meant that a small technical price had to be paid;  the splicer performed best if used by well-trained operators, because the relationship of the cutting operation to the exact moment of the blast was of some importance.   When used by experienced operators, the performance of the 101 is startlingly good;  when used badly, by negligent or inexperienced operators, its performance can be less impressive.

Some customers therefore requested that a complementary product be developed - one which was capable of producing the same result, but which had less operator-sensitivity.

The 103 is the outcome of  that programme of redevelopment of the 101.    Its basic technical features are much the same as the 101, in that it uses the new splicing chamber technology.   However, a new, adjustable cutting system has been fitted to the splicer, so that it is far less sensitive to operator input than the 101.  

When the 103 was being developed, the opportunity was taken to incorporate modular principles of design.   The new splicer therefore is available in three different basic forms, to suit different customer needs.   Accessories can then be fitted to these basic forms, with the outcome that the whole range consists of twelve sub-types.   Any form of the 103 series can be converted to any other form in a few minutes.

The 103 family consists of twelve models:

 
MODEL
Description
Handle configuration
 
    
 
1
103 H
Portable, hand held
Long
2
103 S
Fixed
Short
3
103 B
Moveable, rail mounted
Short
 
    
 
4
103 HW
Portable, hand held, and with hanger
Long
5
103 SW
Semi-fixed, removable from hanger
Short
6
103 BW
Moveable, rail mounted, removable from hanger
Short
 
    
 
7
103 H RHC
As 103 H, but with right-hand cut modification
Long
8
103 S RHC
As 103 S, but with right-hand cut modification
Short
9
103 B RHC
As 103 B, but with right-hand cut modification
Short
 
    
 
10
103 HW RHC
As 103 HW, but with right-hand cut modification
Long
11
103 SW RHC
As 103 SW, but with right-hand cut modification
Short
12
103 BW RHC
As 103 BW, but with right-hand cut modification
Short
 
    
 



A selection from the Model 103 range is shown here:

103 H splicer

All of the Model 103 series of splicers have a common base unit.    Parts are added to the base unit, to make up the complete splicer assembly as needed.   The 103 H is a variant which has a simple one-piece acetal handle.   It is designed to be held by the operator, and simply carried from place to place as needed.   The 103 H is made of two main components, a carcase and a handle, here shown separated for clarity:

In the illustration, both these elements can be seen clearly;  the handle is secured to the carcase in use by two long through-bolts.



The Model 103 H is generally used in environments such as large creels.    It can be carried from position to position, and its ease of use may be enhanced if the creel has a number of quick-release air connectors, fitted at convenient positions round the frame of the creel.

Like all 103 series splicers, the 103 H uses our patented splicing chamber technology, as originally developed for the Model 101.   this makes the 103 extremely flexible in its operation.

Like all 103 series splicers, the 103 H uses our unique knife control system, which makes the 103 more flexible still. 


103 S splicer

The 103 S is a variant of the 103 which is designed to be fitted at a fixed position on a textile machine.   This arrangement has the disadvantage that the splicer cannot be moved about, but the advantage that it is almost immune to accidental damage.   It is made of two main components:
 
A Model 103 carcase
A black acetal lower cover


In the illustration, both these elements can be seen clearly;  the black acetal lower cover is secured to the splicer by short through bolts.   The rear surface of the splicer is provided with tapped holes, so that the splicer can easily be secured to a machine.

The Model 103 S is generally used in environments where heavy usage in a fixed position is expected - a hank-winding machine, for example.

103 B splicer

The 103 B is a variant of the 103 which is designed to be fitted to a mono-rail, so that the unit can be moved up and down the length of a textile machine.    It is made of four main components:
 
A Model 103 carcase
A lower cover as fitted to the 103 S
A carriage unit
A rail assembly (not shown)


In the illustration, all these elements can be seen clearly;  the rollers of the carriage unit are just visible.


The Model 103 B is generally used in environments where free and frequent movement of the splicer is needed without encumbering the operator - a bit-winding machine, for example.   The carriage and rail assemblies represent additional cost over a plain splicer.   However, significant saving may be made overall, as it becomes convenient to use a single splicer, or a very few, to cover the length of the entire winding machine.   The alternative would be to use one splicer per position, which would be expensive.