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News Release from: Kurt Manufacturing | Subject: Kurt Self-Centering workholding Vises (vices)
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 02 March 2007
Multiple vice set-ups matched quickly
A self-centering vise (vice) is ideal for quickly matching centerlines In multiple vise set-ups and facilitate better spindle utilization and reduced machine travel part-to-part.
Kurt Self-Centering Vises position and clamp workpieces exactly on a defined symmetrical axis They are ideal for quickly and easily aligning a series of these vises on a machine worktable
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 20 Jan 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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Kurt Self-Centering vises have a unique jaw adjustment feature for quickly matching centerlines in multiple vise setups thereby reducing setup time.
In addition, they provide fast part workholding for better spindle utilization and reduced machine travel part-to-part.
Centering accuracy for these vises from minimum to maximum opening is 0.0006in (0.015mm) with 0.0002in (0.005mm) repeatability.
In addition, both movable jaws have the time-proven Anglock design, an exclusive pull-type jaw clamping design feature that reduces stationary jaw deflection by at least 80%.
Kurt's Anglock design prevents parts from lifting upward under heavy clamping loads.
A hardened spherical segment mechanism produces 'all directional' alignment of the jaw components and vise body so clamped parts remain stationary for accurate machining operations at all times.
Kurt Self-Centering vises feature durable 80,000 lb/in2 ductile iron bodies with precision machined steel components.
This is important to machinists who want rugged strength, extra part holding rigidity, and long-term accuracy while absorbing machining vibration.
Kurt Self-Centering vises are available in two models.
There's a four inch jaw width (Model SCD430) and a six inch jaw width (Model SCD640).
Jaw opening on the four inch model is 6.25 inch and 8.00 inch on the six inch model.
Additional features include: hardened jaws, hardened bed ways, chip guards, lip seals on main screw, and optional InnerLock jaw plates to further minimize set-up time.
Kurt Self-Centering vises are backed by Kurt's exclusive lifetime 'Iron Clad' warranty for workmanship and materials. Request a free brochure from Kurt Manufacturing ...
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