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Jergens Low Profile Clamping Catalog

Jergens Low Profile Clamping Catalog
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Jergens Low Profile Clamping Catalog

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Jergens Company Profile
Jergens Inc., founded in 1942, is a family-owned business specializing in manufacturing standard components for jigs and fixtures. It operates four divisions: Tooling Component Division (TCD), Jergens Industrial Supply (JIS), Acme Industrial Company (AIC), and Advanced Systems Group (ASG). The TCD Division is pivotal, producing over 80% of the company's offerings. Jergens is renowned for high-quality components and innovative solutions like the Ball Lock® Mounting System, enhancing manufacturing efficiency globally.
Global Presence
Jergens supports international markets with metric and inch-threaded products, focusing on aerospace and industrial applications. Affiliates in China and India provide marketing, distribution, and technical support.
Product Offerings
Jergens offers a wide range of products, including metalworking tools, clamps, and supplies. The ASG Division focuses on light assembly products, while Acme Industrial specializes in precision drill bushings and keylocking thread inserts.
Customer Service and Innovation
Jergens emphasizes customer service and innovation, offering online stock checking, ordering, and CAD drawing downloads. The company's website serves as a resource for product information and industry news.
Low Profile Clamping Solutions
The document details various low-profile clamping solutions, including serrated and smooth jaws, machinable jaws, and self-adjustable clamps. Specifications such as clamping force, tightening torque, and jaw hardness are provided, designed to enhance flexibility and efficiency in manufacturing processes.
Clamping Systems Overview
The document provides detailed information on Jergens/OK-VISE's low-profile clamping solutions, focusing on systems and components for efficient workholding in machining processes. It highlights the benefits, specifications, and applications of different clamping systems, including the Multi-Rail RM and RH systems, Combo-Rail, Grid Fixturing System, and Blank Fixturing System.
1. Economy Clamp
  • Designed for cost efficiency when ultra precision and high clamping force are not required.
  • Made from the same raw materials as other models, with ground jaws for precise positioning.
  • Available in two smallest series: AK2-VT-SO and BK2-VT-SO.
  • Specifications include clamping force, tightening torque, weight, and jaw hardness.
2. Multi-Rail RM System
  • A versatile workholding system allowing machining of all sides of a workpiece with two setups.
  • Capable of clamping multiple or large workpieces safely.
  • Components include clamp modules, stop modules, and side guides.
  • Applications demonstrate configurations for different machining needs.
3. Multi-Rail RH System
  • Designed for high clamping force over 4 tons and large workpieces.
  • Modular system allows independent changes to fixture modules based on workpiece requirements.
  • Compatible with various platforms like T-slot tables and grid systems.
4. Combo-Rail
  • Patent-pending design offering multiple operating modes: Floating, Centralizing, and Machine Vice.
  • Adjusts to workpiece placement, suitable for clamping inaccurate workpieces.
  • Can be combined with Multi-Rail components for versatile applications.
5. Grid Fixturing System
  • Adaptable to grid platforms of leading workholding suppliers.
  • Allows clamping of complex workpiece forms using a combination of modules.
  • Basic sets provided for easy system setup.
6. Blank Fixturing System
  • Designed for high-volume production requiring dedicated fixtures.
  • Uses blank plates as a platform for fixture building, with components like clamp modules and stop modules.
  • Ensures reliable clamping with high-friction jaws for high machining forces.
Clamp Modules and Components
The document lists various clamp modules such as Smooth Jaw, D Series Clamp Module, Parallel Round, Rectangular Fixed Smooth Stop Module, and others. Each part is described with its part number and quantity.
Low-Profile Clamping Systems
Jergens/OK-Vise low-profile clamps are highlighted as core components of the Blank Fixturing System. The document describes different models like Double Wedge, Single Wedge, and clamps with machinable, self-adjustable, serrated, and smooth jaws.
Material and Specifications
The clamps are available in tool steel or brass, offering extraordinary horizontal and vertical force with a very low profile. They are available in various sizes with inch or metric screws, and different edge styles like knife and blunt.
Lo-Profile Micro™ Clamps
These clamps are designed for gripping low on a workpiece with exceptional holding force. Specifications include dimensions, screw size, torque, and maximum holding force for both inch and metric versions.
Adjustable Micro™ Clamps
These clamps offer a clamping range from 12mm to 35mm, with smooth or serrated faces, ideal for clamping machined parts, castings, and rough cut stock. They feature cam action and are available in four sizes.
ID Expansion Clamps
Designed for holding parts on an inside diameter, these clamps are ideal for secondary operations on lathe parts. They are easily machined to size and include mounting screws.
Knife Edge and Micro™ Clamps
These clamps are suitable for clamping rough cut stock and castings, featuring high hold down forces and low profiles. They are available in stainless steel and require only a tapped hole in the fixture.
Expanding Micro™ Clamps
These clamps allow for fixturing more parts on fixture plates, minimizing tool changes and reducing wasted space. They feature an expanding design that can hold two parts at once.
Key Features and Benefits
  • Low-profile design for ease of use and space efficiency.
  • High resistance to pull-out and exceptional holding force.
  • Versatile applications across various machining centers and fixture systems.
  • Available in multiple sizes and materials to suit different needs.
Machinable Expanding Micro Clamps
These clamps are designed with extra material on the clamping jaw, allowing customization to fit specific workpiece shapes. They feature a steel wedge for uniform force distribution and can be ordered with a locking plate for rigidity during machining. Key specifications include material (7075-76 Aluminum), compact design, and included mounting screws.
Micro T-Slot Toe Clamps
These clamps provide positive downforce with minimal space usage. They are suitable for series clamping and can be adjusted by milling the slot deeper. The clamps are designed for T-slot machine tables and offer both smooth and serrated clamping surfaces.
Micro Edge Clamps
These clamps offer elevated clamping abilities, allowing for through milling and drilling. They provide flexible setups and can be mounted vertically or horizontally. The clamps feature a hardened steel element and a low carbon steel body, suitable for mold shop applications.
Modular Mini Vise
This vise provides accurate location and positive holding with hardened and ground bases. The jaws are serrated and hardened, and the vise can be used with or without T-nuts. It is designed for versatility, allowing the workpiece to rest on the machine table or fixture base.
Mini Edge Clamps & Stops
These clamps use cam action for actuation and are available in low profile and raised versions. Stops and locators are provided for positioning workpieces, with options for single, double, and swivel stops.
Key Specifications
The document includes detailed tables with part numbers, dimensions, thread sizes, holding forces, and torque specifications for each type of clamp. It also provides contact information for Jergens, Inc. and highlights the company's focus on workholding solutions.
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Jergens Low Profile Clamping Catalog-1

JERGENS WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS | SPECIALTY FASTENERS | LIFTING SOLUTIONS ©2016 jergens, inc. 15700 S. Waterloo Road. Cleveland, OH 44110-3898 877.426.2504 |

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Jergens Company Profile Jergens Inc. was founded in 1942 by Jack Schron, Sr. and his father Christy, to provide standard components for building jigs and fixtures. Today the fourth generation of family involvement continues stronger than ever. Throughout it’s sixty-year history the company has grown into four separate operating divisions: Tooling Component Division (TCD), Jergens Industrial Supply (JIS), Acme Industrial Company (AIC), and Advanced Systems Group (ASG) Division of Jergens. While all divisions are vital to the Jergens family, the TCD Division is the centerpiece of our manufacturing...

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Jepgens. WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS GROUP Part Number Socket Head Screw DIN 912 *DK2-VTI-S measures given in inches and pounds. Jergens, Inc. | 15700 S. Waterloo Road | Cleveland, Ohio 44110-3898 USA

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Single-wedge clamps are also available with extended jaws and can be machined to suit the geometry of the workpiece. The smallest model can be machined up to 3 mm and the larger ones up to 5 mm. Part Number Socket Head Screw DIN 912 *DK2-VTI+5S measures given in inches and pounds. Phone: 877-426-2504 | Fax: +1 216-481-6193 | E-mail: [email protected] | www.jergensinc.com

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Jepgens. WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS GROUP Additional piece models have machined female threadings (M5) for socket head screws on the side of the jaw, making it quick and easy to use various additional pieces which can also be machined into different shapes. Part Number Socket Head Screw DIN 912 Force ol Jaws kN (lbs) Ti 'orque Nm (ft/lbs) *DK2-VT-TS measures given in inches and pounds. Jergens, Inc. | 15700 S. Waterloo Road | Cleveland, Ohio 44110-3898 USA

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LOW PROFILE CLAMPING WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS GROUP These clamps have a self-adjustable ball gripper screw inserted into a clamp jaw. The ball bearing at the end is made of steel and equipped with torsion protection, allowing the ball to self-adjust up to 9 degrees. This makes clamping irregular-shaped parts and castings more flexible Part Number Socket Head Screw DIN 912 *DK2-VT+E measures given in inches and pounds. Phone: 877-426-2504 | Fax: +1 216-481-6193 | E-mail: [email protected] | www.jergensinc.com

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Jepgens. WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS GROUP Part Number Socket Head Screw DIN 912 *DK2-WTI measures given in inches and pounds. Jergens, Inc. | 15700 S. Waterloo Road | Cleveland, Ohio 44110-3898 USA

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WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS GROUP Part Number Socket Head Screw DIN 912 *DK2-WTI-S measures given in inches and pounds. Phone: 877-426-2504 | Fax: +1 216-481-6193 | E-mail: [email protected] | www.jergensinc.com

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Economy Clamp The cost efficient choice! These models meet the demands of workholding when ultra precision and high clamping force are not necessary. They are made of the same raw material as our other models, and the bottom of the jaws are ground for precise positioning on the fixture base. AK2-VT-SO always comes with Viton o-rings. Only the bottom of the jaw is ground. Only our two smallest series clamps are available in the economy model (AK2-VT-SO). Part Number Socket Head Screw DIN 912 Clamping Force of Jaws kN (lbs) Jergens, Inc. | 15700 S. Waterloo Road | Cleveland, Ohio 44110-3898 USA

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Jergens. LOW PROFILE CLAMPING WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS GROUP Low-Profile Clamps Size Serrated basic version Smooth basic version Machinable jaws Machinable & smooth combo Mounting jaw model Mounting jaw model & smooth combo Self-adjustable model Two self-adjustable jaws Single-wedge pull-down, serrated Double-wedge pull-down, serrated Double-wedge pull-down, smooth Stainless steel model Economy-series, serrated Economy-series, smooth Metric bolt Imperial bolt Force up to kN (lbs) Clampforces LOW PROFILE CLAMPING Horizontal forces of Jergens/OK-Vise low profile clamps Phone: 877-426-2504 | Fax: +1...

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LOW PROFILE CLAMPING WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS GROUP Jergens, Inc. | 15700 S. Waterloo Road | Cleveland, Ohio 44110-3898 USA

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LOW PROFILE CLAMPING WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS GROUP Multi-Rail RM System Multi-Rail is the new generic-purpose workholding system of Jergens/OK-VISE. Compared to a traditional machine vise, the Multi-Rail system offers the following benefits: ██ Using the components of the system, even the most challenging workpiece types can be machined All sides of a workpiece can be machined with two setups Multiple workpieces can be clamped on the same area Workpiece will be safely fixtured It is also possible to clamp very large work pieces Multi-Rail RM System Components Phone: 877-426-2504 | Fax: +1 216-481-6193...

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LOW PROFILE CLAMPING WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS GROUP RM Application #1 (SRM-GB1) To make selection of the components easier, the Jergens/OK-Vise team has selected some basic sets to enable an easy start with the Multi-Rail system. In the pictures below you can see some solutions done with each set. ██ ██ For three-directional machining One or two workpieces can be machined at the same time Multi-Rail Base Stop Module Smooth Clamp Module D Smooth Multi-Rail Base Stop Module Smooth Clamp Module B Smooth Multi-Rail Base Stop Module Smooth Clamp Module B Smooth Multi-Rail Base Multi-Rail Base Clamp Module...

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LOW PROFILE CLAMPING WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS GROUP Multi-Rail Base Parallel Block Stop Module Smooth Clamp Module D Smooth Multi-Rail Base Stop Module Smooth Clamp Module D Smooth Multi-Rail Base Stop Module Combo V/S Stop Module Smooth Clamp Module D Smooth Phone: 877-426-2504 | Fax: +1 216-481-6193 | E-mail: [email protected] | www.jergensinc.com

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LOW PROFILE CLAMPING WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS GROUP Stop Module Smooth Clamp Module Smooth Multi-Rail Base Multi-Rail Base Stop Module Smooth Clamp Module Smooth Multi-Rail Base Stop Module Smooth Clamp Module Smooth Parallel Block Multi-Rail Base Stop Module Smooth Clamp Module Smooth Jergens, Inc. | 15700 S. Waterloo Road | Cleveland, Ohio 44110-3898 USA

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