Guide to Fixture Clamps

Efficient machining depends on the right tools and equipment. Fixture clamps play a critical role in securely holding workpieces, making them essential in industries like automotive manufacturing and industrial plants. This guide will help you select the ideal clamps for your machining needs.

The Role of Fixture Clamps in Machining

Fixture clamps securely hold workpieces, making them vital for prototypes and short-run projects. Modular fixturing provides a cost-effective, flexible alternative to permanent fixtures, ideal for precision and adaptability in industries like automotive design, manufacturing, and heavy equipment repair.

Common Types of Fixture Clamps

There are many clamp designs to choose from, making the selection process challenging. Fixture clamps come in various types and can be purchased as complete kits or as individual accessories to enhance your existing kit. These options provide the work holding precision needed for modular fixturing and make it easier to start with the right setup.

• Chucks and Collets: Ideal for milling rounded parts, these clamps enable faster, more efficient processes compared to machining without proper tools.
• Vacuum Clamps: Provide uniform pressure for oddly shaped pieces, though they can be challenging for parts requiring localized clamping.
• Toe Clamps: Grip from the side, leaving the top of the workpiece accessible for machining.
• Magnetic Clamps: Use magnetism to hold metal components from multiple angles, making them efficient and versatile.
• Step Clamps: Named for their stair-like design, they can be bolted to tooling plates or used with t-slots.

Dynamic Thread Sizes

Rayco Fixture offers customizable clamp kits and components like vises, tension springs, and three-jaw chucks. Designed with standard thread sizes such as 1/4-20, M4, M6, and M8, these solutions ensure compatibility and precision for diverse machining needs.

Find the Right Machining Fixture Clamps

Enhance machining precision and efficiency with Rayco Fixture’s reliable fixturing solutions. Contact us today to explore our range of clamps and find the perfect fit for your machining needs.