Powerhouse for 5-Axis Machining

The KONTEC KSX NC vise from SCHUNK is a powerful clamping system for simultaneous 5-axis machining. The compact, and easily accessible clamping system from the competence leader for clamping technology and gripping systems disposes of tool-free adjustable clamping forces between 4 and 40 kN, which are measured directly at the workpiece. This is a great deal of power for a safe hold, even for minimum clamping surfaces. The support surfaces at a height of 211 mm ensure that the workpieces are easily accessible from all sides. With just one lever rotation, they are quickly clamped resistant to vibrations, and have a high repeat accuracy. Since the unit is draw bar actuated, the base body does not sag. Moreover, the clamping mechanism avoids a chuck jaw flexing. These are ideal preconditions for precise machining of the second side. The drive and the adjustment mechanism of the 5-axis clamping vise are completely encapsulated and thus protected against chips, dirt, and coolant, and the easy-to-clean design avoids build-up of chip clusters.

The KONTEC KSX fits smoothly into the SCHUNK modular system for highly efficient workpiece clamping. Therefore the clamping pins of the VERO-S quick-change pallet system can be directly integrated into the base body of the 5-axis clamping vise. Combined with the quick-change pallet system it can be quickly exchanged and with a maximum repeat accuracy on the machine table. Optionally, the vise of the innovative family-owned company can be equipped with standard, aluminum, or special 5-axis top jaws, pendulum plates and many other standard chuck jaws from the world’s largest standard chuck jaw program from SCHUNK. The clamping range of the KONTEC KSX lies between 0 - 250 mm. By using draw bar and base body extensions, the clamping range can be enlarged to 749 mm.

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