5 Axis Modular Pull Clamping System

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Simple clamping allows 5-axis machining without tool interference. Can be used as a mechanical zero point clamping system for quick fixture change with 0.005 mm accuracy.

 

IMAO PULL CLAMPING SYSTEM PRODUCT VIDEO

 

MODULAR PULL CLAMPING SYSTEM DEMONSTRATION VIDEO

 

MODULAR PULL CLAMPING SYSTEM COMPARISON TO CONVENTIONAL FIXTURES

Conventional fixtures have machining restrictions.

conventional restrictions

Areas in red cannot be machined.

Modular Pull Clamping System enables machining from five sides.

five sides

 

Single Machining Step

Additional machining step is required because of tool interference.

Additional machining step

Fixture for the additional machining step

No tool interference and no need for additional machining setup.

 

Better Machining Accuracy

Poor machining accuracy by machining in divided setup steps.

Better machining accuracy with single setup.

 

Shorter Fixture Preparation Time

Time to design fixture

  • 1st Step: 3hrs
  • 2nd Step: 2hrs
  • Total: 5hrs

Time to assemble fixture

  • 1st Step: 3hrs
  • 2nd Step: 3hrs
  • Total: 6hrs

Fixture components

  • 1st Step: 57 parts
  • 2nd Step: 57 parts

Time to design fixture

  • 10 minutes

Time to assemble fixture

  • 10 minutes

Fixture components

  • 17 parts

 

Lower Fixture Cost

steps

Cost for 2 steps (including fixture plate).

single step

Cost for single step (including fixture plate).

 

No Tool Interference

Complicated toolpaths

Complicated toolpaths are required to avoid interference.

Simple toolpaths

Simple toolpaths without interference.

 

Application Example

Before

Multi-face machining with vises

Purpose: Single Setup

example a

Pull clamping with screws (using riser blocks)

Purpose: Easy Clamping Operation

example b

Pull clamping with screws using a fixture plate

Purpose: Eliminate interference with fixture plate

example c

After

With Clamping Screws attached directly to the workpiece

example d

 

With Clamping Screws attached to the fixture plate

example e

 

Quick Fixture Change

Modular Pull Clamping System allows quick and precise fixture changes.

quick change

 

Modular Fixture

Can be used as a universal fixture by standardizing the mounting pitch for Clamping Screws.

modular fixture

 

Workpiece Raising

Prevent tool interference.

workpiece raise

Easy chip cleaning.

easy cleaning

 

How To Use

how to use

Clamping Modules can be coupled with each types of Clamping Modules. For details, see the Assembly Chart in "How To Use Modular Pull Clamping System".

 

How To Use Clamping Screws

Tapered Clamping Screws for precise locating.

tapered clamping screws

Clamping Screws for clamping.

clamping screws

 

Positioning Order of Tapered Clamping Screws

Mount the Round-Type and Diamond-Type as shown in the figure for locating workpieces. Note: Tighten the Round-Type first, then Diamond-Type, and then tighten the Clamping Screws last.

2 point clamping
4 point clamping

 

Locating Mechanism

Dual surface contact at the tapered surfaces and contact surfaces enables 5µm locating repeatability.

Locating Mechanism

Types

 

5 Axis Modular Pull Clamp System

5 Axis Clamping

 

Completely modular, this versatile clamping system allows easy height adjustment by coupling the modules. Ideal for 5-axis machining.

 

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CP159

Bushings

Modular pull clamp system, for CP152 clamps

CP157-L

Bushings

Modular pull clamp system, accurate type, tapered, for CP150 and CP160 clamps

CP157-S

Bushings

Modular pull clamp system, standard type, tapered, for CP150 and CP160 clamps

CP160

Hook Clamping System

Hook type modules

CP165/166

Hook Clamping System

Hook type clamping screws

CP155-L/D

Modular Pull Clamp System

Clamping screws, tapered, round or diamond type

CP155-LS/DS

Modular Pull Clamp System

Riser screws, tapered round or diamond type