OML's new Genius 5-axis vise is designed to maximize clamp force at the top of the jaws by pulling them closed at the top with a collapsing lead screw while holding the bottom of the jaws in place with an opposing force screw. They are available from Lexair Inc.
"The dual-screw, pull-to-close Genius vise completely eliminates the tendency of traditional vise jaws to splay apart at the top, which requires machine operators to hammer a workpiece down against the stops as the jaws close and clamp force increases," said a company spokesperson. "By holding the vise jaws apart at the bottom and pulling closed at the top, the Genius vise actually pulls the workpiece down against the stops as closing force increases. The Genius vise is available in two sizes, capable of holding parts up to 8 inches with maximum clamp force of 9,000 lbs.
"The Genius vise is specifically designed for precision 5-axis milling with trunnion table machines. The adaptable vise easily secures oddly shaped workpieces, such as turbine blades and blisks, and presents them to the spindle with minimal obstruction, reducing set-ups and ensuring repeatability of 0.0008 inch.
"Intended for production machining, the vise is built with precision, hardened and ground steel components. The jaws are guided on two heavy steel shafts, allowing quick, accurate centering on a pallet or machine table. A telescoping stainless steel cover fully encloses the collapsing lead screw to protect it from chips and coolant."
The Genius vise comes standard with one pair of positioning keys, grippers and wrench. A variety of stops, jaw plates, gripper inserts and other accessories are available. Custom opening sizes and other variations are available on request.
For more information contact:
Steve Breslin
Lexair, Inc.
2025 Mercer Road
Lexington, KY 40511
859-255-5001
sbreslin@lexairinc.com
www.lexairinc.com
www.omlusa.com
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Centurion Group
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Centurion Group
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Centurion Group
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Centurion Group
972-567-9002
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PTI
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Machine Tool Accessory Sales
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Machine Tool Accessory Sales
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Cowles & Son, Inc.
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BMC Tooling Specialists
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Msquared Solutions, Inc.
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