1. Catalogs
  2. Fairlane Products
  3. Gripper Technical Information

Gripper Technical Information

Gripper Technical Information

Gripper Technical Information

Product catalog summary
Replaceable Pad Overview
This document provides detailed specifications and applications for various types of gripper and rest pads used in manufacturing. It includes information on materials, mounting options, and specific designs for different applications.

Tooth Pattern Specifications
The document outlines various tooth patterns for serrated grippers, including smooth, angle, and straight patterns. It highlights the materials used, such as solid carbide, carbide-tipped, hardened steel, and non-marring Delrin, each with specific mounting options.

Gripper Pad and Rest Pad Mounting Applications
Different mounting applications are described for round, square, and edge grippers, including tapped holes, counter-bored holes, and set screw mounting. The document emphasizes the use of high-speed tool steel and carbide-tipped grippers for durability and wear resistance.

Threaded Adjustable Gripper Overview
This section covers adjustable grippers like Carbide Tipped, High Speed Steel, AdjustaGripTM, and AccuGripTM, focusing on their construction and applications for precise positioning and wear resistance.

Swivots® & Thrust Screw Overview
Swivots® are modular components allowing for swivel, tilt, and secure positioning of workpieces. They feature replaceable pads and balls, held in place by Viton O-rings to prevent contamination. The document details various styles and materials, including non-marring Delrin and abrasive diamond surfaces.

Load and Torque Calculators
Guidelines for calculating load and tightening torque are provided, with factors for both inch and metric threads. These calculators assist in determining the appropriate force and torque for different applications.

Conclusion
The document serves as a comprehensive guide for selecting and using replaceable pads and grippers in manufacturing, emphasizing modularity, durability, and adaptability to various workholding needs.
See more

Catalog excerpts

Gripper Technical Information-1

Rest Pads & Gripper Pads Solid Carbide High impact carbide pads. Can be brazed or bonded into place. Carbide Tipped Constructed with a high impact carbide pad brazed to a heat treated alloy steel body. Mounts with tapped hole or a flat on the outside diameter for set screw mounting. Stainless Steel The pad is made from 17-4 stainless steel, hardened to Rc 43/46. Mounts with tapped or counter bored hole. Hardened Steel Made from 8620 steel, carburized and hardened to Rc 58/60 .050" case with black oxide finish. Mounts with tapped or counter bored hole. Abrasive Diamond Surface The abrasive surface is permanently fused to a 17-4 stainless steel pad, hardened to Rc 43/46. The surface texture is comparable to a 100 grit abrasive. Mounts with tapped or counter bored hole. Non-Marring Delrin Manufactured from white Delrin. Mounts with counter bored or tapped hole. Sof-Top™ Urethane Surface The urethane surface is permanently bonded to a 300 series stainless steel pad. The urethane provides excellent protection against damage on delicate work surfaces. They are available in three durometers. Tapped hole mounting. TOOTH PATTERN SPECIFICATIONS Throughout this catalog, you will find reference to tooth patterns on all serrated grippers. Please use the chart below for specific information regarding these tooth patterns. If additional information is required, please contact us. Angle Grippers Angular Straight Round and Square Grippers Diamond Serration Pattern Straight Serration Pattern “SS” Fixtureworks | 33792 Doreka Dr., Fraser MI 48026 | Phone: 586-294-1188 | Fax: 586-294-4843 | www.fixtureworks

 Open the catalog to page 1
Gripper Technical Information-2

Serrated Gripper Pads High Speed Tool Steel Round, square, edge, and angle grippers manufactured from M-2 high speed tool steel, hardened to Rc 60/62 with black oxide finish. Mounts with tapped hole, counter bored hole or a flat on the outside diameter for set screw mounting. Carbide Tipped Round, square, and angle grippers constructed with a high impact carbide pad brazed to a heat treated alloy steel body. Mounts with tapped hole or a flat on the outside diameter for set screw mounting. Solid Carbide Round and square grippers manufactured from high impact carbide in a solid gripper pad or as...

 Open the catalog to page 2
Gripper Technical Information-3

THREADED ADJUSTABLE GRIPPER OVERVIEW Carbide Tipped Round and Hex head styles constructed with a steel body. Carbide tipped for positive holding and wear resistance. High Speed Steel Manufactured from M-2 high speed tool steel, hardened to Rc 55/58. Internal hex on backside allows for positioning adjustment. AdjustaGripTM The gripper pad can be replaced when it becomes worn. Uses tapped through hole grippers. AccuGripTM Designed to fit within chuck jaws to adjust concentricity. Carbide tipped for wear resistance. SWIVOTS® & THRUST SCREW OVERVIEW Swivots® & Thrust Screw Replaceable Balls Sof-TopTM...

 Open the catalog to page 3
Gripper Technical Information-4

SWIVOTS® & THRUST SCREW OVERVIEW ■ Unique design allows the pad and ball cup to swivel, tilt, clamp, grip, hold position and secure a work piece. ■ The internal ball cup allows the pad to rotate 360 degrees and tilt at varying degrees from center. ■ Interchangeable parts speed setups and changeovers. ■ O-ring holds the ball in place and keeps out dirt and other contaminants. ■ Replaceable pad design allows for easy change out when the pad is worn or a different contact surface is required. ■ The unique design of the Swivots prevent the ball from exceeding the specified degree of swivel which...

 Open the catalog to page 4
Gripper Technical Information-5

SWIVOTS® - REPLACEABLE SWIVEL BALLSwivots® Replaceable Swivel Ball Style These Replaceable Ball Style Swivots® are found on the following pages.REPLACEABLE BALLS Serrated Flat Flat Tool Steel Delrin Tool Steel Sof-Top Cone Flat Cone Flat Cone AbrasiveUrethane Surface Delrin Stainless Diamond Cone VITON O-RING HOUSINGS Threaded Body Design Load Calculator To calculate the load on the contact surface, divide the torque applied (in/lbs) by a factor shown below. Assumes no lubrication threaded into steel. Use as a guideline only. Hex Head Design INCH ■ These Replaceable...

 Open the catalog to page 5
Gripper Technical Information-6

SWIVOTS® - REPLACEABLE SWIVEL PAD Swivots® Replaceable Swivel Pad Style These Replaceable Pad Style Swivots® are found on the following pages. REPLACEABLE PADS Sof-Top Cone Flat Flat Flat Flat Carbide Tipped STAINLESS BALL CUP LOCK SCREW VITON O-RING HOUSINGS Load Calculator To calculate the load on the contact surface, divide the torque applied (in/lbs) by a factor shown below. Assumes no lubrication threaded into steel. Use as a guideline only. To select the proper pad: 1. Determine the diameter of the pad for the housing assembly. This can be found on the following pages under "Replaceable Pad...

 Open the catalog to page 6
Gripper Technical Information-7

THRUST SCREW ASSEMBLIES Replaceable Ball Thrust Screw AssembliesThese Replaceable Ball Thrust Screw Assemblies are found on the following pages. REPLACEABLE BALLS Sof-Top Cone Flat ConeUrethane Surface DelrinStainless Flat Cone AbrasiveStainless Diamond ConeStainless Serrated Tool Steel Round Ball Stainless Round Ball Delrn o VITON O-RING HOUSINGS Tightening Torque Calculator To calculate the approximate tightening torque (in/lb) required to achieve a required force, multiply the force by the appropriate factor listed below. Assumes no lubrication threaded into steel. Use as a guideline...

 Open the catalog to page 7

All Fairlane Products catalogs and technical brochures

*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.