SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS FOR DOUBLE FLARE MACHINE.docx
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This document provides salient characteristics for a double flare machine required to support F-35 hydraulic line fabrication at Luke Air Force Base. The double flare machine must be pneumatic-powered and capable of generating 37-degree double flares on tube ends. The machine should accommodate various tube sizes commonly used in aircraft hydraulic systems and produce consistent, high-quality flares that meet aerospace specifications. Key specifications include the ability to create flares suitable for high-pressure tubing applications, reliable pneumatic operation, and compatibility with standard maintenance shop environments.
The document specifies technical performance characteristics necessary for the flaring operation, including flare angle precision, tube material compatibility, and operational safety features. The machine is one component of a two-part procurement that also includes a fully electric CNC tube bender operating on the Bend Pro G2 Control System. This solicitation (FA488726Q0061) is being conducted by the Department of the Air Force Air Education and Training Command and was reposted due to no offers from certified HUBZone businesses. Interested offerors should note that funds are not presently available, and no award will be made until funding is secured. The Government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation at any time without obligation to reimburse offerors for costs incurred.
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SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS
FOR PURCHASE OF TUBE-LINE 1.0-DF, FLARING MACHINE
FOR
Aircraft Structural Maintenance, Fabrication Flight
LUKE AFB, AZ
Purpose & Impact Statement:
The Aircraft Structural Maintenance section requires a pneumatic double-flare tube machine to fabricate secure, high-pressure end connections on F-35 hydraulic and fluid lines. F-35 systems mandate a highly specific 37-degree double-flare connection to prevent catastrophic fluid leaks under flight loads.
Impact on 56 FW if not approved: Without this machinery, the 56 FW cannot safely complete the final fabrication steps of local hydraulic line replacement. Attempting to install single-flared or manually flared lines on a 5th-generation fighter introduces a severe risk of in-flight hydraulic failure, grounding aircraft and posing a direct hazard to pilot safety and airframe integrity.
Tubing Machine Requirements:
1. Footprint: Maximum physical envelope of 33” L x 23” W x 43” H to fit pre-allocated shop space.
2. Flaring Type: Must be explicitly designed to produce high-precision 37-degree double flares, which are mandatory for high-pressure F-35 hydraulic connections.
3. Power & Operation: Must be pneumatically powered utilizing standard shop air (75 to 100 psi) and operated via a single lever for ergonomic, repeatable use.
4. Jaw/Die Set: Must include a complete set of 37-degree Double Flare Jaws/Dies specifically for .188”, .250”, .312”, and .375” tubing Outside Diameters (OD).
5. Punch Set: Must include a complete set of Upset and Flare punches tailored for tubing Wall Thicknesses (WT) ranging from .020” to .035”.
6. Storage: Must include an integrated, floor-mounted machine stand featuring a built-in tool rack for die/punch organization.
7. Warranty: Minimum 12-month manufacturer warranty covering parts and labor.
END OF STATEMENT OF NEED
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