Wet Sleeve Seat Facing Machine FAC - GIGANTE - 2.87 to 8.98 inches

The wet sleeve seat opening machine is used to face and prepare the housing where the sleeve will be installed in the engine block. The FAC-GIGANTE Chinelatto facer removes imperfections, levels the surface and ensures perfect sleeve fitting, preventing leaks and overheating. It's essential for machine shops working with wet sleeve engines, providing professional finish in block rebuilding.

The FAC-GIGANTE Chinelatto facer has capacity to open wet sleeve seats from 2.87" to 8.98" diameter (Ø73 to Ø228mm), serving from small engines to heavy diesel. Includes 6 tools covering the entire range: 2.87"-3.46" (Ø73-88mm), 3.35"-4.33" (Ø85-110mm), 3.82"-5.20" (Ø97-132mm), 4.84"-6.38" (Ø123-162mm), 6.22"-7.56" (Ø158-192mm) and 7.56"-8.98" (Ø192-228mm). This versatility allows working with practically all engine types in the market, eliminating the need for multiple different machines.

The wet sleeve facer serves engines using removable sleeve system, like truck diesel, bus, tractors, generators and some marine engines. With capacity 2.87" to 8.98" diameter (Ø73 to Ø228mm), the FAC-GIGANTE works from smaller engines to heavy-duty large diesel. It's ideal for machine shops specialized in commercial, industrial and agricultural engines, where wet sleeves are common due to easier maintenance and greater durability.

The manual facer requires more physical effort from operator for positioning and cutting, but offers greater tactile control of the process. The hydraulic facer provides automatic feed and constant force, reducing fatigue and ensuring more uniform finish. The FAC-GIGANTE combines operation practicality with precision, being intermediate between fully manual systems and CNC. For machine shops with medium work volume, it offers good cost-benefit ratio and professional quality.

The process consists of fixing the appropriate tool in the facer, positioning the block on the machine and adjusting cutting depth. The tool rotates removing material from the sleeve seat, creating flat and smooth surface for perfect sealing. The FAC-GIGANTE allows precise control of the operation, removing only necessary material. It's important to use cutting fluid and constantly check measurements to avoid excessive material removal from the block.

FAC-GIGANTE maintenance includes regular cleaning after use, lubrication of movement points according to manual and checking tool sharpness. Keep guides clean and protected from dirt, check tightening and calibrations periodically. Tools should be sharpened when necessary by qualified professional. Chinelatto offers national technical support and replacement parts, ensuring extended service life with proper maintenance and correct machine operation.

The FAC-GIGANTE is quoted on demand, and pricing varies with each customer's needs, including accessories, tooling and optional features. With in-house technology developed by Chinelatto in Brazil since 1962, you can count on responsive support from our technical team. Spare parts: many are kept in stock and the others are manufactured within a reasonable lead time. Request a quote at chinelatto.com.br/contact — our sales team will contact you very soon.