Jergens Pyramid Risers Provide New Angle for CNC Machining
Jergens’ pyramid risers feature a 30-degree mounting surface to ensure clearance for spindle and cutting tool paths, enabling more machining per setup.
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Jergens Inc.’s three- and four-sided pyramid risers permit multi-part load and provide greater access for five-axis machining applications. Part of the Fixture-Pro line of quick-change modular workholding solutions, the pyramid risers feature a 30-degree mounting surface to ensure clearance for spindle and cutting tool paths, enabling more machining per setup.
These solutions offer three mounting options. Direct-to-table uses t-slots, a center pin and a timing key, and is secured using t-nuts and socket head cap screws (SHCS). Quick Locating System (QLS) mounts are designed to accurately locate and clamp the pyramid to a base element, such as a subplate, using a combination of QLS shoulder screws and SHCS. Quick-Loc pallet systems use pull studs (spaced at the industry-standard 96-mm pattern) to locate and clamp in a single step.
The lightweight aluminum risers are compatible with virtually all five-axis CNC machining centers and ensure fast changeover and setup times. Available in both three-position and four-position configurations, the pyramid risers are designed to mate with many top tooling choices including self-centering vises, dovetail vises and ER collet fixtures.
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