Sonotec USM 500 Ultrasonic Tool
Industrial ultrasonic machining tool for drilling blind holes in hard metals without burrs, using abrasive slurry vibration. HTS 8456.20.1050 for other ultrasonic metal processes. Applied in semiconductor leadframe production and watchmaking.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dedicated to gallium arsenide processing
Semiconductor notes specify Chapter 84 for GaAs material growth/processing machines.
If horizontal spindle for metal grinding
If vibration secondary to mechanical grinding, it moves to 8458 grinders.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify as non-waterjet to stay in ultrasonic subhead
• Include user manual excerpts on process
• Watch for misclassification as plasma arc in 8456.40
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