Mate introduces Ultra Multi Tools

Mate Precision Tooling has announced the introduction of its Ultra three-station and eight-station Multi Tools for thick turret punch presses.

These Multi Tools expand the capacity of a thick turret CNC press by allowing either three or eight punch and die sets to be placed in a 3-1/2in D auto-index machine station.

Designed for use with Mate's Ultra TEC punches, strippers and Slug Free dies, these Multi Tools offer several operating features.

Mate said that its Ultra TEC punches provide exceptional life between regrinds, while Ultra TEC strippers have recess for added 0.118in (3mm) punch grind life.

The Slug Free dies eliminate slug pulling and increase piece part quality.

The Multi Tool drop-in quick tool change design allows changing tools in the upper assembly without hand tools or disassembly.

An integral punch length adjustment feature ensures optimal punching performance and efficient slug discharge across a wide material range.

Each punch is adjustable for precise punch-to-stripper lead and die penetration suitable for sheet thicknesses from 0.020in (0.50mm) to 0.157in (4.00mm).

Minimum die clearance of 0.004in (0.10mm) ensures punching accuracy and cleanly punched edges for materials as thin as 0.020in (0.50mm).

The one-piece Multi Tool punch carrier eliminates cumulative tolerances to ensure punching accuracy.

The Multi Tool holder is designed so that each tool is individually activated while inactive punches are prevented from moving, thus protecting part surfaces from unwanted marks.

Replaceable Multi Tool face plates are deigned to reduce ongoing maintenance costs.

These Mate Multi Tools are compatible with automatic tool lubrication delivery systems.

Lubrication is delivered via the punch ram through the central shaft over all moving surfaces within the Multi Tool punch holder assembly.

In addition, external spiral grooves in the outside diameter of the holder reduce friction between the machine and holder, especially during high speed nibbling operations.

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