Compact, Self-Centering Vises Ideal for 5-Axis Machining
Fixtureworks now offers 5-axis clamping vises identified as CP170. Supporting the vise is a complete clamping system ideal for workholding during 5-axis machining, including centering clamps, jaws, flex zero bases and clamping pins.
The compact self-centering vises, with center-moving jaws that provide stability, come in overall length of 130 and 170 mm and are ideal for 5-axis machining. The high rigid design allows strong clamping force up to 4500 lb. (20 kN). The system is supplied with four locating screws for mounting. The vise (clamping) body is made from 4140 steel, induction hardened, precision ground, with a black oxide finish.
Jaws, both dovetail and serrated, are available in 79 mm lengths and available in sets for the CP170 self-centering vises to hold the workpiece at two surfaces and provide positive clamping force. Center-moving jaws provide stable workpiece settings ideal for 5-axis machining. Serrated jaws provide enhance grip for more aggressive operation and provide stable workpiece centering settings as well. Serrated contact surfaces penetrate into the workpiece for powerful clamping. Both types of jaws provide for small clamping area. They are made from 4140 steel, quenched & tempered, with a black oxide finish.
Flex Zero Bases locate and clamp workpieces, fixture plates and vises. Bases, available in 240 mm and 150 mm square configurations with 4-point clamping in a single operation, shorten time during fixture change operations. Locating repeatability is 0.005 mm. The body is made from 1050 nitrocarburized steel, HV 400. The threaded spindle is made from 4140 steel with a black oxide finish.
Used with CP170-N vises, four pins are available as a set for mounting. Also available is a protective cover for unused holes in the base's grid.
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