Clamping Force Block with Flexible Chuck Jaw Monitoring

SCHUNK offers the TANDEM KSP plus clamping force block. The standardized clamping force block for automated manufacturing is designed to provide for flexible monitoring along the whole jaw stroke.

"Whether using I.D. or O.D. clamping, the positions 'opened' or 'clamped' for any base jaw position can be adjusted," said a company spokesperson. "Monitoring is done via two inductive proximity switches, which are integrated in two special recesses in the base jaws. The system is sealed, and is therefore resistant against dirt. Since the signal can be directly processed in the machine control unit, the flexible queried clamping force blocks can be quickly and easily integrated into existing machines.

"The compact clamping block has a high clamping force and exact precision. Its one-piece, rigid base body, wedge hook kinematics and long ground jaw guidances provide for concentrated clamping forces of up to 55 kN. Repeat accuracy of up to 0.01 mm also helps ensure exact results. Therefore they are suitable for demanding milling operations at a high metal removal rate, high cycle times and minimum tolerances. Due to the two integrated jaw interfaces, top jaws with tongue and groove and jaws with a fine serration can be used. The clamping force blocks are also available with an optional jaw quick-change system. The optimized outside contour and the minimum gaps prevent the build-up of dust pockets, chips or dust penetrating the clamping block. A special fitting screw helps ensure that the clamping block can be exchanged at high repeat accuracy."

For more information contact:

SCHUNK Inc.

211 Kitty Hawk Drive

Morrisville, NC 27560

800-772-4865 / 919-572-2818

info@us.schunk.com

www.schunk.com