CNC Vacuum Blocks with a height of 85 mm are now available for the vacuum clamping systems VC-K1, the proven vacuum clamping system with single vacuum circuit for CNC woodworking machines. With this addition, the vacuum specialists Millsom Materials Handling have reacted to the wishes and suggestions of their customers in trade and industry. Just like the existing suction blocks with a height of 50 mm, the new suction blocks are mechanically fixed on the consoles of the machining centre to prevent them from moving while the workpiece is being positioned. Once the workpiece has been placed on the blocks and the vacuum has been switched on, the suction blocks and the workpiece are clamped precisely and securely to the consoles.
The new 85-mm suction blocks were developed primarily because better access and more free space is frequently needed around the edges of the workpieces for complete machining and for five-axis machining of complex workpieces. Clamping the workpieces on the higher suction blocks results in a considerably increased machining height. In other words, the distance between the console and the lower edge of the workpiece is larger, which means that the edges of the workpiece can be machined more easily and that it is even possible to mill the lower sides around the edges.
Almost all versions of the suction blocks, with the exception of those equipped with sensing valves, are available with a height of 85 mm. With these 85-mm suction blocks, the user can assemble his own vacuum clamping system more flexibly. The main benefit of this system to our customers is that they can build clamping systems much more quickly and thus react flexibly to the demands of their customers.
For more information on this product or for any of your vacuum clamping, vacuum lifting or crane needs contact Millsom Materials Handling on 1800 99 22 11 or visit Millsom on the web at www.millsom.com.au
