Forkardt Hardinge, a global leader in non-deforming workholding solutions, proudly announces the latest additions to our ECC chuck family: the 200mm and 260mm sizes. Building on the success of our already proven larger ECC chucks, these new smaller sizes bring non-deforming, higher rpm Workholding to smaller lathes.
The ECC Power Chuck operates on the same principle as the renowned UBL chuck, however with the significant advancements of equalizing jaw pairs and counter centrifugal features. These innovations result in Workholding that minimizes workpiece distortion and allows the chuck to rotate at higher speeds while minimizing jaw force loss, enabling shorter cycle times to improve your thru put.
Key Features & Benefits
Equalizing Actuator Assembly: creates 12 points of equalized force. This ensures uniform distribution of clamping force minimizing workpiece deformation.
Counter Centrifugal Mechanism: Enables higher rotational speeds with minimal jaw force loss, enhancing operational efficiency.
Single Screw Jaw Mounting: Simplifies jaw installation. Resulting in faster changeovers with less effort.
Post Type Jaw Mounting: Allows for easy interchangeability of jaws, increasing versatility and reducing downtime.
Maximum Chip Flow Design: Optimizes chip evacuation to maintain a clean working environment and reduce maintenance.
Increased Chuck Sensitivity: Reduced power ratios enhance sensitivity for precise clamping.
Internal and External Chucking: Easily switchable ball-arm design, provides flexibility for various clamping applications.
Differential Chucking Capability: Allows higher grip forces for roughing and lighter grip forces to be applied for finishing operations without unclamping mid cycle.
Direct Component Greasing: Ensures consistent lubrication for extended chuck life.
Compensating Models Available: Offers additional options to suit specific application requirements such as turning between centers.
Jaw Homing: Facilitates accurate jaw positioning on rough castings or forgings.
Toggle Style Actuation: Delivers reliable and consistent clamping force.
“Forkardt Hardinge continues to set the standard in workholding solutions with our expanded product line of ECC Power Chucks,” said Brian Kinney, Engineering Manager at Forkardt Hardinge. “This innovative design represents a significant advancement in high-speed clamping technology, offering our customers unmatched precision, reliability, and efficiency.”
The 6-Jaw ECC Equalizing Counter Centrifugal Power Chuck is now available for order in sizes ranging from 200 to 530 mm, with even larger sizes upon request. For more information CLICK HERE or contact 833-791-9681.
For over a combined 230 years, Forkardt Hardinge has been the premiere Workholding supplier across the globe. With the most comprehensive Workholding product portfolio, our solutions can be found in almost every industry and manufacturer. Our customer first approach, coupled with industry leading quality and technology makes Forkardt Hardinge the easy choice when looking for a Workholding partner. With over 200,000 SKUs our team is confident we have a solution that can handle almost any manufacturing requirement. From being challenged with the tightest tolerances to requiring automated changeovers our products have been tested and validated in some of the most difficult manufacturing environments. Whether you need collets, chucks, rotary tables, or custom workholding solutions, our team of engineers can help specify the correct workholding solution to your specific need. Through continued innovation, we bring you the latest advancements in workholding technology that is trusted by small and large machining professionals worldwide.
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