Sub Plates For Machining Centers

These machines typically have four axes x y z and b which is a rotational axis that allows for machining multiple surfaces on parts.

Sub plates for machining centers.

Standard or custom sub plate. Subplates are available in one piece up to 120 x 40. Bock brand locator plates qls tooling columns 5 axis quick clamping block zero point mounting system 5 axis drop lock pallet changers pull studs new quick loc pallets ball lock mounting system columns haas pre engineered ball lock fixture kits. Vertical machining centers subplate alignment to the machine axes is generally done with an indicator in the machine spindle by refrerencing two subplate bushings.

Larger areas are covered by multi section. This kind of tooling can be purchased from standard suppliers or made by your own people. A basic ball lock mounting system for these machines would include. Horizontal machining centers will typically have two pallets but may have a multiple pallet shuttle system.

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