Modern workholding devices for 5 axis machining

Type of course:

Digital learning, Lesson

Language:

Duration:

15 minutes

Workload:

2 hours

Proficiency:

Intermediate

Target:

Workers

The nugget describes the most important aspects a vise needs to have such as precision and repeatability. The other important aspects discussed are also the importance of minimizing the workholding contact area and emphasize the stability of the system. Examples of patented solutions are provided in order to showcase real world results of how these problems are currently handled at the state of the art of industrial implementation

Learning outcomes

After the nugget completion, workers are able to understand the necessities of a good workholding product.
The readers will be able to directly compare different clamping systems and understand its importance for saving machining times in 5 axis machines.
Readers will be able to see the new technology related to lead screw in 5 axis clamping systems.