20/09/2025
What Should I Pay Attention To When Buying a Second-Hand / used LVD STRIPPIT Global 30 1525?
Key Technical Aspects to Inspect
- Machine Condition & History
- Ask for working hours and maintenance logs.
- Find out whether it was used for light, occasional work or heavy, continuous production.
- Frame & Structure
- Check the condition of the machine frame and guide rails (e.g. linear rails or hardened slides). Wear or bends lead to inaccuracies.
- Make sure no excessive play or misalignment in the structural components.
- Punching / Cutting Tools & Dies
- Inspect punching tools, countersinks, dies, and cutting edges. If these are worn, performance drop and accuracy issues occur.
- Confirm if spare tools/dies are available.
- Control Panel & Electronics
- Ensure the CNC/NC or control system is fully functional: buttons, display, emergency stop.
- Check for firmware/software updates and compatibility.
- Inspect wiring, motors, sensors, and safety components for wear or deterioration.
- Drive Systems & Motors
- Check the servo or stepper motors: noise, vibration, overheating.
- Inspect belts, gears, couplings.
- Make sure backlash is minimal in the axes and that positioning accuracy is maintained.
- Hydraulic / Pneumatic Systems (if applicable)
- If parts of the sheet metal bending, clamping, or tool changing use hydraulics/pneumatics, check for leaks, stable pressure, and proper operation.
- Tool Change Mechanism & Material Feed
- If the machine has automatic tool/die changer, check speed, reliability, and wear.
- Material handling or sheet feeding system should be smooth and accurate.
- Safety Features & Enclosures
- Guards, safety doors, cut-off switches, and emergency stops should all work properly.
- Compliance with local safety regulations is important.
- Service & Spare Parts Support
- Check whether LVD spare parts (dies, control modules, sensors) are still manufactured or available in your region.
- Consider lead times and costs of key wear parts.
- Test Cuts & Accuracy Check
- Request the machine to run test operations.
- Check edge sharpness, burrs, hole/punch alignment, repeatability of positioning.
These checks help you evaluate whether the LVD STRIPPIT GLOBAL 30-1525 will still serve reliably, or whether repair / upgrade costs will eat into its value.
