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Ball Lock Brochure

Ball Lock Brochure

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Overview of the Ball Lock® Mounting System
The Ball Lock® Mounting System by Jergens is a quick-change fixturing solution designed to enhance manufacturing efficiency. It has been a standard in the industry since the mid-1970s, known for its performance and quality in quick-change mounting and fixturing.

Key Features

Combines locating and locking in a single motion.
Offers repeatability of +/- 0.0005” (+/- 0.03mm).
Reduces set-up times to seconds, allowing fixtures to be exchanged in less than a minute.
Increases productivity by enabling quick fixture transfers across multiple machines.

Benefits

Reduces set-up time and maximizes machine envelope use.
Minimizes spindle downtime and frees up machine hours.
Provides holding force ranging from 650 to 20,000 lbs.
Eliminates the need for indicating on CNC machines.

Applications and Versatility
The system is applicable in various environments, including wet or hazardous conditions, thanks to its 17-4 stainless steel construction. It is compatible with a wide range of machines and can be customized for specific needs.

Product Range

Includes standard sub-plates and fixture plates for popular machines.
Offers integrated workholding systems like Ball Lock® Vises and Fixture Columns.

Technical Support and Cost Efficiency
Jergens provides expert technical support, including engineering design, application assistance, and field training. The system is cost-efficient, saving significant time and money by reducing set-up times and increasing throughput.

Compatibility Charts
The document includes compatibility charts for both steel and stainless steel Ball Lock® systems, detailing shank diameters, part numbers, and fixture plate thicknesses.

Steel Compatibility Chart: This section lists the specifications for steel components, including shank diameter, part numbers for shanks, fixture plate thickness, and part numbers for primary and secondary liners, as well as face and back mount receivers. The diameters range from 13 mm to 50 mm, with corresponding part numbers and thickness specifications.

Stainless Steel Compatibility Chart: Similar to the steel chart, this section provides specifications for stainless steel components. It includes the same categories as the steel chart, ensuring users can find compatible stainless steel parts for their needs.

Key Information:

Shank Diameter: Available in sizes 13 mm, 16 mm, 20 mm, 25 mm, 30 mm, 35 mm, and 50 mm.
Fixture Plate Thickness: Ranges from 0.50 to 2.00, depending on the shank diameter.
Part Numbers: Each component type (shank, liner, receiver) has specific part numbers for easy identification and ordering.

Additional Resources: The document mentions a video demonstration of the Ball Lock® Mounting System and directs users to Jergens Workholding Solutions' website for more information on quick-change fixturing solutions.

Catalog excerpts

Inch Ball Lock® Compatability Chart - Steel Shank Diameter (mm) 13 16 20 25 30 Shank Part Number Fixture Plate Thickness +-0.005 Primary Liner Part Number Secondary Liner Part Number Face Mount Receiver Part Number Back Mount Receiver Part Number Face Mount Receiver Part Number Back Mount Receiver Part Number Jergens Workholdng Solutions offers you a complete range of specialized quick-change fixturing solutions. MANUFACTURING EFFICIENCY MANUFACTURING EFFICIENCY WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS GROUP Inch Ball Lock® Compatability Chart - Stainless Steel Shank Diameter (mm) 13 16 20 25 30 Shank Part Number Fixture Plate Thickness +-0.005 Primary Liner Part Number Secondary Liner Part Number Scan to watch the Ball Lock Mounting System in action.

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The Original Quick-Change Mounting System is Still the Best… The Ball Lock Mounting System. ® Now There Are More Ways Than Ever to Realize All the Benefits That The Ball Lock Mounting System Can Deliver… ® Since its introduction in the mid-1970’s, Jergens Ball Lock® Mounting System has been and continues to be the standard for performance & quality in quick-change mounting and fixturing. Ball Lock® design features continue to be absolutely essential in today’s manufacturing environment dominated by... • • • • The Ball Lock® Mounting System is the single most cost efficient and versatile fixturing...

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