CREDIT: SMW AUTOBLOK GROUP
SMW Autoblok Group, designer and manufacturer of rotational chucks, stationary workholding, tooling, and custom engineered solutions for the machine tool industry, introduces the Manual Jack (MJ) connection kit for fast power-to-manual chuck conversion.
Designed to be easily retrofitted to new or existing machines without using costly hydraulic or pneumatic table connection prep, Manual Jack is an alternative to manual chucks on non-hydraulic or pneumatic machines.
This kit is compatible with stationary milling machines, 5-axis machines, and mill-turn machines, making it a good solution for multi-pallet systems that require versatility and efficiency.
The MJ Stand-alone version is engineered for easy installation, allowing users to mount it directly on the machine table or on the pallet of their flexible manufacturing system (FMS). This version is not only economical but also compact and lightweight, ensuring that it seamlessly integrates into existing setups without adding unnecessary bulk.
For those seeking an even more streamlined option, the MJP Pallet version is available. This design incorporates the MJ mechanism directly into the machine pallet, resulting in a compact and lightweight solution. The development of this version will be carried out in close cooperation with machine manufacturers to ensure optimal compatibility and performance.
Additionally, SMW Autoblok offers the MJC Cartridge Version, which features the MJ mechanism housed in a cartridge. This cartridge can be partially or completely inserted into the machine pallet, tailored specifically by the machine manufacturer in a specially designed pallet. The adaptability of the cartridge allows customization to meet the unique needs of various machine configurations.
Additional features include:
- Adapted to machining centers to manually operate a power chuck
- Ideal for 5 axis mill-turn machines without air/oil feed
- Useful for palletized machines due to mechanical irreversible constant gripping force
- Alternative to a manual chuck with simple integration of power chucks
- Operate virtually any type of power chuck: 2/3/4 jaws, 2+2, 6 jaws, 2+2+2, etc.
- Use with sealed power chucks of the SMW Autoblok Proofline series
- No need for air/oil feeds making it a good solution for pallet changing systems
- Easily interchangeable among several machines
- Adaptable to the machine table/pallet with different centering and mounting threads patterns
- Operates chucks in both external and internal clamping