WNT simplifies workholding set-up with MNG Zero Point baseplate system
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Fully compatible with WNT's range of workholding vices, as well as systems from other manufacturers, the company's MNG Zero Point base plate system provides users with the ability to quickly, and accurately position vices on the machine table. The system provides a repositioning accuracy repeatability of < 0.01 mm.
WNT's MNG Zero Point system uses a simple mechanical clamping system that eliminates the need for hydraulics or air connections and reduces the initial purchase cost of the system. A single clamp screw that locates the vice/tombstone brings the overall base plate height to just 30 mm with a minimal impact on the machining envelope.
WNT points out that users of MNG Zero Point benefit from additional process security as the clamping mechanism generates a clamping force of 20 kN and increases the rigidity of the set-up allowing cutting data to be maximised. Also, with the positively driven clamp and unclamp mechanism, there is no risk of the vice or tombstone that is being clamped getting 'stuck' to the baseplate.
In addition to the flat base plates for 3-axis machines, variants are also available, ex-stock, for 4- and 5-axis set-ups. Standard base plate elements in the MNG Zero Point system make it possible to quickly and easily create bespoke workholding solutions and – by combining the MNG Zero Point system with WNT's ESG Mini series of vices – a single machine can be set to perform first and second operation work or multiple set-ups.
