Kurt has expanded its 5-axis workholding to include 15 different options that are capable of holding parts sizes from 0.15" up to the size of the CNC machine table. Also included in the lineup are low profile and high profile designs, risers to lift parts higher off the table to achieve additional clearance and options to bolt directly to the machine table.
Kurt Five-Axis Vise Configurations and Options
The Kurt MaxLock Self-Centering Multi-axis Vises are designed for precision machining small to medium parts and are available in reversible 2.5" and 4" jaw width options. According to the company, they feature an adjustable centerline so multiple vises can easily be aligned without moving the vise itself or creating complicated programming moves. Clamping can be achieved for both O.D. and I.D. and can hold parts up to 6.5" long. Tall jaws are included for increased spindle clearance and are available in machinable aluminum and machinable steel jaw options.
The Kurt MaxLock Muti-axis Anglock Vise features Kurt's Anglock feature designed to reduce part lift to a minimum by pulling parts down and holding them with maximum rigidity. The modular design mounts on 2" grid patterns and locator pins for quick set-up. It also has a riser option for gaining more height off the table. Plus, the vise uses a standard 5/8"-11 screw and can be replaced by the user to whatever length desired.
The Schenke 5-Axis Vise design is available in a low profile and high profile to best fit the size of part and spindle clearance needed. It provides a clamping force up to 8,992 lbs. (40 kN) with its tension spindle directly under the workpiece so jaws do not flare out under tension and the machine table does not distort. It features a clamping height up to 225 mm (8.858"). These vises handle all shapes, including round irregular and machined workpieces, according to the company.
Kurt's Leader Chuck MMY Self-centering Chucks extend the option range for 5-axis applications in two and three jaw chuck models each in four different sizes. According to the company, these Kurt MMY Chucks are capable of external and internal clamping and will satisfy both first and second operations in the same machining cycle providing continuous output of finished components. Repeatability for all two and three jaw chucks is 0.0002".
"While all 15 of these 5-axis options have the capability for machining complex part features, the individual machine and application will dictate which workholding will work best," said Steve Kane, Kurt's Global Sales and Marketing Manager. "Kurt's workholding experts can provide answers and a solution that will deliver the best workholding results."
For more information contact:
Kurt Manufacturing Company
Industrial Products Division
9445 East River Road NW
Minneapolis, MN 55432
877-226-7823
workholding@kurt.com
www.kurtworkholding.com