Modular Rare Earth Magnets for Custom Workholding
MagVISE magnetic blocks from Earth-Chain eliminate workpiece distortion and easily create custom 5-side machining solutions fast, without fixturing or vise set-ups.
Posted: August 13, 2013
MagVISE magnetic blocks eliminate workpiece distortion and easily create custom 5-side machining solutions fast.
Earth-Chain’s (Indianapolis, IN) MagVISE blocks use powerful rare earth magnets to securely hold workpieces without fixturing or vise set-ups. The firm’s blocks use no electricity, are maintenance free, and will never wear out.
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Four sizes are available to match your application requirements. Holding power is rated up to 4,620 lb (does not include the built-in 3.5X safety factor).
Features:
• Powerful workholding without all the fuss
• Machines 5-sides and right through the workpiece
• Faster setups than vises or fixtures
• Machinable soft jaws for nesting smaller workpieces
• Magnetic holding eliminates workpiece distortion
Benefits:
• Significantly reduces setup times and increase productivity
• Eliminates the need for custom workholding fixtures
• Machines difficult jobs without complicated setups
• Accepts work you used to turn down
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