OK-VISE® Fixturing Concept

Locking of the sub-plates in this system is done by using the OK-LOCK element. In addition to OK-VISE clamping systems, also old-school traditional vises and other fixturing elements can be used.
One possibility is to bolt OK-LOCK spigots directly to the workpiece, enabling easy access from all directions.

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RPS-L3X2

The RPS-L3X2 model is equipped with 3 pieces of OK-LOCK modules on both sides of the block. Pneumatic release by plug is a typical practice, robot-operated release is also possible.

Examples of RPS System L installations

A unit with 3 pcs of OK-LOCK modules on both sides of the block. Pneumatic release by a plug, optionally robot release possible

Examples of RPS Systems

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RPS accessoriesRPS accessoriesOK-VISE offers wide range of high quality accessories to tailor each individual rotary column to the customer specific needs.

Adapter plates for indexers, fixed stoppers, and corner clamps are available in addition to our low-profile clamps and sub-plates.

By combining these elements, OK-VISE customers can construct a flexible and effective system within their vertical machining center. Each item is designed to comply with the OK-VISE Rotary Pallet System.

OK-VISE rotary columns work as a trunnion unit between the indexer and tail support.

Rotary Pallet System ensures efficient use of the machinable area ultimately leading to reduction of tool changes, minimization of operator interventions, and extension of cycle times.

Use of sub-plates is one of the advantages of this system that allows reduce machine stopping times significantly. This is especially critical in the vertical machining centers.

Rotary pallet system

Examples of RPS Systems

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rps17RPS-2T - Rotary Pallet System

 

In the RPS 2T, OK-VISE rotary columns are made of aluminium, corner clamps are made of steel. Each of the four sides of this trunnion unit has two T-slots for installation of the accessories like stoppers and clamps.

 

The RPS-2T50 model is the largest among the OK-VISE rotary columns. Its innovative design allows use of the vertical machining centers without the pallet changing systems.

The effectiveness of a machining center is not in the number of columns used, but in the extent to which the capacity of each pallet can be utilized. OK-VISE rotary column and fixturing elements allow for most efficient utilization of the vertical machining center.

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The RPS-2T30 is the smallest of OK-VISE rotary columns. It is suitable for the smallest 4th axis indexers.

Two T-slots guarantee easy and effective fixturing. These light-weight modules are easy to install and move from one application or machine to another.

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Sub-plates

Sub-plates complete the unique structure of the OK-VISE rotary pallet system. Rather than mounting the workholding directly on a column, the workpieces and clamps can be mounted on the sub-plates, which, in turn, are mounted with corner clamps on the column's face. Using sub-plates reduces machine stopping times dramatically and makes loading and unloading of workpieces easier and faster.

Specially fitted aluminium sub-plates are available for each trunnion unit. The thickness of the plate is 22 mm.

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Corner clamps

The steel corner clamps are designed for M10 socket head screws and come in two different sizes. The CC-1 model (in the photo) is 49 mm long.

The corner clamps are soft and, if necessary, can be machined to different shapes according to the geometry of the workpiece.

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Fixed stoppers

Our fixed stoppers are specifically designed for OK-VISE rotary columns. Columns can be equipped with unique fixed stoppers optimized for the system. Fixed stoppers sizes provide an opportunity for tailoring them to the workpiece accordingly.

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RPS-2T sub-plates are 133 mm wide and 300-400-500 mm long. They are made of aluminium. Corner clamps are used for clamping RPS-2T sub-plates to the RPS units.

RPS 2T

Support pin diameter lenght is 50 mm, diameter 50 mm
Support pin has also flande, where the pin is bolted to the end of RPS with 2 pcs of M8 bolts
In case the pins need to be replaced, there are 2 pcs M10 threads in the flange

 

Another RPS product family is RPS-T, which differs from RPS-2T only by the number of T-slots.
For example RPS-50 has one 16 mm T-slot ( for M12 bolt ) on each side and the lenght is 500 mm.

For improved productivity and reduction the production time, ability to clamp maximum number of workpieces on the T-slots or sub-plates of the workspace is as important factor as the machine speed. This capability to advantageously utilize workspace in practice reduces machine downtime and extends the machine cycles, thus boosting productivity without increasing actual number of operating hours.

OK-VISE rotary columns, such as the RPS-2T40 model, come equipped with two T-slots, which makes highest utilization of the machinable area a reality.

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Adapter plate

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The adapter plate is designed to align and lock the rotary column to a 4th axis indexer. At the same time, it functions as a precise fixed stopper at the other end of the column. The adapter plate is heat treated and has a black oxide finish.

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