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Master Plates

Abbott Workholding Products - 26486 Master Plates

Abbott’s master plate and segment sys-tem is a great choice for turning larger diameter work pieces. The system consists of an aluminum master plate, similar to a thin Pie Jaw®, which is pre-drilled and keyed to accommodate Abbott’s standard, off-the-shelf segment rings. Plates are available in various diameters from 18 to 60 inches and can be mounted on 10-60 inch diameter chucks, effectively increasing the hold- ing capability of smaller chucks. The master plate can be custom machined to fit any model chuck, making it a permanent universal fixture on any machine.When using this system, the transi-tion from one job to the next simply requires bolting on a new size or configuration of segments before con- tinuing with the next production run. For repeat jobs, machine operators can designate job specific tooling, allowing them to setup in minutes by using pre-machined segments from a previous run. Segments are available in specific ID/OD ranges, allow- ing machining time to be spent on making production parts instead of boring out excess jaw material. The master plate and segment system maximizes flexibility between machines because segments can be used to run jobs on any machine that has been fitted with a master plate, regardless of machine or chuck type. In addition to reduced setup and tool preparation time the system enables material and shipping cost savings as well. • Universal quick change system for any chuck• Reduce set up and changeover times by up to 80%• Ideal for machining larger diameter thin walled parts• Eliminate out of round conditions and concentricity problems• Effectively double the holding capac-ity of any chuck without eliminating the ability to hold small parts

Master Plates — Style N

Made with 713 Tenzaloy™ aluminum alloy Dimensions in inches unless otherwise noted • Weights in lbs. PLATE SIZE BASE PART# CHUCK RANGE SEGMENT DIAMETER RANGE WEIGHT 18 18MP 10+ 1" I.D. UP TO 19" O.D. 50.1 21 21MP 12+ 1" I.D. UP TO 22" O.D. 67.5 24 24MP 12+ 1" I.D. UP TO 26" O.D. 87.9 30 30MP 15+ 1" I.D. UP TO 32" O.D. 138.6 36 36MP 18+ 1" I.D. UP TO 36" O.D. 198.9 48 48MP 24+ 1" I.D. UP TO 50" O.D. 349.8 60 60MP 30+ 1" I.D. UP TO 60" O.D. 547.2 29