Vertical machining
Machine vices and systems for vertical machining
mechanically, mechanically/hydraulically or hydraulically operated
single and multiple clamping systems
clamping against the fixed jaw or concentric clamping
Series (10)
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mechanical-hydraulic – – jaw width 100 mm – clamping width max. 219 mm – clamping force max. 25 kN – overall length max. 465 mm -
mechanical-hydraulic – jaw width 125 mm – clamping width max. 225 mm – clamping force max. 35 kN – overall length max. 528 mm
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mechanical-hydraulic – – jaw width 160 mm – clamping width max. 322 mm – clamping force max. 50 kN – overall length max. 682 mm -
clamping against the fixed jaw – mechanically operated – with mechanical-hydraulic power transmission – jaw width: 160 mm – max. clamping force: 50 kN – max. jaw opening: 509 mm – overall length: 884 mm – overall height: 95 mm – with standard reversible jaw, smooth/serrated – with angle drive – with crank handle – as per data sheet WS 1.3020 -
mechanical-hydraulic – with high-pressure unit – – jaw width 100 mm – clamping width max. 207 mm – clamping force max. 25 kN – overall length max. 465 mm -
clamping against the fixed jaw – mechanically operated – with mechanical-hydraulic power transmission – jaw width: 100 mm – max. clamping force: 25 kN – max. jaw opening: 205 mm – overall length: 464 mm – overall height: 70 mm – with clamping force display – with standard reversible jaw, smooth/serrated – with crank handle – as per data sheet WS 1.3020 -
mechanical-hydraulic – with high-pressure unit – – jaw width 125 mm – clamping width max. 225 mm – clamping force max. 40 kN – overall length max. 526 mm – – weight 31,5 kg
Machine vice EuroLine EL
clamping against the fixed jaw
mechanically/hydraulically operated
For tool making, mould making, construction of jigs and fixtures and production
Machine vice with slide and base made from steel as well as hardened and ground guideways ensure high precision.
The clamping range of the machine vice can be easily adapted to the desired clamping position by quick adjustment with socket pins. The force build-up is made mechanically/hydraulically and is continuously adjustable. The compact design, the sophisticated technology, the extend accessory range for clamping jaws and the design with several sizes turn this machine vice into a cost-effective clamping system in proven Hilma quality.
The completely revised force transmission requires minimum effort on the crank handle. An angle drive (optional extra) facilitates the operation, e.g. in the case of longitudinal clamping on the machine table.
The optional clamping force preselection (retrofittable) enables the force to be applied in 6 stages up to the maximum.
Machine vice EuroLine EL
Designs
jaw widths 100, 125, 160 mm
mechanically/hydraulically operated
Machine vice NC
NC-M mechanically/hydraulically operated
NC-H hydraulically operated
clamping against the fixed jaw
For tool making, mould making, construction of jigs and fixtures and production
Machine vice with slide and base made from steel as well as hardened and ground guideways ensure high precision. The clamping range of the machine vice can be easily adapted to the desired clamping position by quick adjustment with socket pins. The force build-up is made mechanically/hydraulically and is continuously adjustable. New is the version with clamping force display for the continuous introduction of the clamping force and control. The compact design, the sophisticated technology, the extend accessory range for clamping jaws and the design with several sizes turn this machine vice into a flexible classic in proven Hilma quality.
The completely revised force transmission requires minimum effort on the crank handle. An angle drive (optional extra) facilitates the operation, e.g. in the case of longitudinal clamping on the machine table. The optional clamping force preselection (retrofittable) enables the force to be applied in 6 stages up to the maximum.
Special benefits
- advantages by exact positioning possibilities on all slot tables
- optimum utilisation of the machine travels
- expansion of the clamping range with top step jaws
Designs
jaw widths 100, 125, 160 mm
mechanically/hydraulically operated
hydraulically operated
Machine vice NC - design mechanically/hydraulically operated
Clamping system KNC
clamping against the fixed jaw
mechanically/hydraulically operated
For exacting demands on clamping quality
The mechanical-hydraulic force transmission and the lead screw are integrated into the slide body and are fully encapsulated. Easy, user-friendly manual clamping using the crank handle. 6-stage clamping force selection and angle drive are available as accessories which may be retrofitted.
The steel base with minimum deformation equipped with hardened and ground guideways as well as the linear guide with almost no play of the slide guarantee maximum precision.
The quick adjustment of the clamping ranges is made with socket pins, the use of a gas pressure spring relieves the load on the clamping slide.
KNC Universal for horizontal, vertical and lateral arrangement, with longitudinal and crosswise keyways 20 H7, reference keyway 20 H7 on the face, threaded mounting holes in the base and gas pressure spring for load relief of the slide in vertical arrangement. For vertical or lateral applications, the use of support angles or basic bodies is recommended.
Special benefits
- very stable base with hardened and ground guideways
- universal use, can be clamped horizontally, vertically and laterally
- easy and quick adjustment of the jaw opening using socket pins
- wide range of jaws
Designs
jaw widths 100, 125, 160 mm
standard and universal
Clamping system KNC
Double clamping system DS
clamping against the fixed jaw
DS-M: mechanically operated
DS-H: hydraulically operated
For medium-sized and large series: Double clamping system DS hydraulically operated for efficient machining of workpieces, preferably with short cycle times. Can also be used arranged in a row for clamping of workpieces which require several clamping points. Compact and user-friendly for 2 optionally 4 workpieces (DS125).
The double clamping systems of the series DS excel by a high level of process safety. The patented guide and sealing system of the clamping systems guarantees a long service life with minimum maintenance. The 3rd hand function facilitates the insertion of workpieces in a row.
Special benefits
- high clamping forces up to 40 kN mechanical and hydraulic
- constant overall length and large clamping ranges, 1, 2 or 4 workpieces
- optimum sealing against swarf and coolants
- fixing and mounting possibilities for customer-specific clamping jaws
- mounting possible directly through the base
- clamping of differently-sized large workpieces
- high zero-point accuracy by central jaw free of load
- Control for both clamping positions from one side
Designs
jaw widths 100 and 125 mm
mechanically operated
hydraulically operated
Double clamping system DS
HILMA machine vice with clamping force display
Double clamping system DF
clamping against the fixed jaw
DF-M, mechanically/hydraulically operated
DF-H, hydraulically operated
The flexible double clamping systems DF allow the efficient double machining of workpieces with the same or different dimensions. In series arrangement, clamping of large workpieces that require several clamping locations can be realised economically and user-friendly with series arrangement. Mechanical-hydraulic design for manual clamping / unclamping or hydraulic design with individual control variants and separate pressure transducer.
The machine-specific design (planned variants) guarantees the optimum utilization of the existing workspace.
- both clamping locations work independently of each other
the central jaw for large jaw openings can be displaced to the exterior (planned variant) - zero-point position of the central jaw by mutual compensation of the clamping forces
- machine-specific positioning and mounting via crosswise keyways/grid holes
- individual control variants in conjunction with hydraulic power units (design hydraulically operated)
- adaptation to the clamping task with a variety of standard and special jaws.
Customer-specific selection parameters
- size
- length of the base
- hydraulic or mechanical-hydraulic slide
- pressure gauge
- jaw displaceable
- keyway
- mounting holes
- mounting grid
- longitudinal keyway
- angle drive
- top jaws
Designs
jaw widths 100, 125, 160 mm
mechanically/hydraulically operated
hydraulically operated
Double clamping system DF
Clamping system VarioLine VL
clamping against the fixed jaw
VL-M, mechanically/hydraulically operated
VL-H: hydraulically operated
The clamping device can be individually adapted to different distances of travel, to working space, clamping surface and machining task. User-friendly set-up for differently sized workpieces is performed in a jiffy. The use of a pressure gauge (an optional extra) permits exact, continuous clamping force display (important when carrying out rough and finish machining in one operation) and exact clamping force monitoring.
The clamping force can be applied manually using a crank handle (mechanical-hydraulic design) or by means of a hand or foot switch (hydraulic design). VarioLine is suitable for use in both horizontal and vertical machining centres. Direct adaptation to the machine tool is possible using selection parameters.
The standard jaws as well as customer‘s existing special jaws can be used provided that their dimensions fit the HILMA-ROEMHELD standard. This extends the range of applications.
Special benefits
- adaptation to the machine tool
- clamping force monitoring = high process safety with pressure gauge
- individual adaptation to the machining tasks
- wide range of jaws
Customer-specific selection parameters
- length of the base
- hydraulic or mechanical-hydraulic slide
- clamping force display
- vertical design
- positioning slot
- positioning holes
- mounting grid
- angle drive
- top jaws
Mechanical-hydraulic design, manual operation
The completely revised force transmission requires minimum effort on the crank handle. An angle drive (optional extra) facilitates the operation, e.g. in the case of longitudinal clamping on the machine table. The optional clamping force preselection (retrofittable) enables the force to be applied in 6 stages up to the maximum.
Hydraulic design, for use in semi or fully-automatic operation
Connection to separate hydraulic pressure transducer, e.g. hydraulic power unit. Coarse adjustment of the clamping range using socket pins. Precise positioning against the workpiece and adjustment of the insertion tolerance manually using lead screws. The clamping process is triggered by a hand or foot switch in the case of fully automatic working cycle.
Clamping system VarioLine VL
Variants of the clamping system VarioLine VL
Double Workholding System DUO
mechanically operated, clamping against the central fixed jaw
jaw width 80 mm
Application
Double workholding systems DUO are particularly suitable for double clamping - both in horizontal and vertical plane.
Description
Double clamping systems DUO convince by their short overall length, durability and precision.
The guidance and sealing principle works without any delicate sheet metal covers or plastic wipers.
The centrally arranged fixed jaw as a central jaw is without load and thus absolutely zero point stable.
The workpieces are positioned close to each other, and thus reducing the travel paths of the machining centre to a minimum.
The purely mechanical operation enables clamping also with low and always reproducible clamping forces.
Multiple clamping system MSH
The high-precision multiple clamping system MSH is modular and can be configured according to the requirement of the machining.
The field of application is in the production of small, medium and large series. MSH may be used as an individual system or in combination with additional elements (e.g. towers, bridges, base plates, zero point clamping systems) on all machine tools, machining centres and flexible manufacturing systems.
The simple, well thought-out design guarantees safe and user-friendly handling. The modular design allows any extension to suit specific requirements.Short set-up times, minimum machine travel achieved by high workpieces density, reduced tool changes and a high rate of amortisation, these are the economic advantages of using this system.
Special benefits
- precise, frictional connection between base and clamping module via fine teeth as well as patented eccentric clamping by means of one fixing screw only
- rapid set-up without measuring instruments using the scale on the base module and graduation marks on the fixed and clamping module
- different jaw openings and fix module width from 24 to 100 mm, (60 - 120 mm Goliath) (Linear only 60 mm)
- clamping modules with a rear contact surface accurate in size workpieces need not be accommodated "in mirror image"
- accommodation of a maximum number of workpieces any extension to the base modules is possible
- exact and repetitive accuracy of the workpiece position alignment or zero point adjustment using the machine spindle is not required
Designs
Premium, EasyClamp, Goliath
Premium
highest precision in series
- all faces grounded
- tolerance ± 0.01 mm
- all system parts hardened and corrosion-resistant
- clamping modules with retaining guide
- scale on both sides
EasyClamp
for lower-cost introduction
- all surfaces fine milled and surface hardened
- tolerance ± 0.03 mm
- scale one-sided
- eccentric lead screw with hexagon socket
Goliath
- clamping and fixed modules for high requirements up to width of 120 mm
- clamping forces up to 40 kN per element
- additional force absorption with link blocks
Multiple clamping system MSH
Concentric vice ZH
concentric clamping
hydraulically operated, double acting
Concentric vices position and clamp workpieces under the influence of the outer contours exactly in a given symmetry axis. They can be used on machining centres, machines tools and machines for end machining as well as within special clamping fixtures.
Hydraulic clamping and unclamping is made by an external pressure transducer with a double-acting circuit. The synchronisation control adjusted free of play guarantees a high centring precision.
Special benefits
- high repetitive clamping repeatability ± 0.02 mm
- constant lengths and large clamping ranges
- mounting position: any
- fixing and mounting possibilities for customer-specific clamping jaws
- protection against coolants and swarf by integrated wipers in the clamping slide
- large slide stroke
- opening stroke limitation by adjusting screw
- suitable for the connection to the central lubrication with bed way oil VG 68 (please ask for information)
Designs
jaw widths 100, 125, 160 mm
hydraulic, double-acting
Concentric vice ZH
Application examples
Video: HILMA machine vice with clamping force display
Mechanical-hydraulic machine vice EuroLine EL
The shown mechanical-hydraulic machine vice "Euroline EL125" with a jaw width of 125 millimetres has a clamping force of 40 kN and a jaw opening of 0 to 225 millimetres. This vice is a low-priced standard clamping device for the versatile use on vertical or universal machining centres for tool making, mould making, construction of jigs and fixtures and production The desired clamping range can be quickly preselected using socket pins.
The angular drive, available as accessory, can be mounted to the clamping slide and facilitates the operation, e.g. in the case of longitudinal clamping on the machine table.
Mechanical-hydraulic machine vice EuroLine EL
Mechanical-hydraulic machine vice NC-M
The mechanical-hydraulic machine vice"„NC125M" (the figure shows the use in pairs in a vertical machining centre) with a jaw width of 125 millimetres has a clamping force of 40 kN and a jaw opening of 0 to 228 millimetres, which can be expanded by top step jaws to 431 millimetres. Quick adjustment of the clamping range using socket pins. The slots and tapped holes for fixing the top jaws are visible on the fixed jaw and the slide. The machine vices of the "NC-M" series are versatilely and flexibly applicable, e.g. for tool making, mould making, construction of jigs and fixtures and production. The standard longitudinal and crosswise keyways in the centre of the pace facilitate the quick and exact positioning on the machine table. The angular drive, available as accessory, can be mounted to the slide and facilitates the operation, e.g. in the case of longitudinal clamping on the machine table.
Mechanical-hydraulic machine vice NC-M
Hydraulic machine vice NC-H
The hydraulic machine vice"„NC125H" (the figure shows the use in pairs in a vertical machining centre) with a jaw width of 125 millimetres. The clamping systems NC hydraulic are particularly used, where short clamping and unclamping times are important, e.g. for quick workpiece change in production processes. This vice has a clamping force of 40 kN and a jaw opening of 0 to 228 millimetres, which can be expanded by top step jaws to 434 millimetres. Quick adjustment of the clamping range using socket pins. The slots and tapped holes for fixing the top jaws are visible on the fixed jaw and the slide. The clamping forces are controlled by a separate hydraulic pressure transducer, in this figure a hydraulic power unit. The clamping force can be exactly read on the pressure gauge, so that it is exactly reproducible at any time. The clamping process can be triggered by a foot switch, the machine control or a valve with turning knob.
Hydraulic machine vice NC-H
Mechanical-hydraulic machine vice KNC 125
The mechanical-hydraulic machine vice "KNC125" with a jaw width of 125 millimetres is used where flexibility and highest precision are required. The "KNC125" has a clamping force of 40 kN and a jaw opening from 0 to 354 millimetres using standard reversible jaws. Quick adjustment of the clamping range using socket pins. Alternatively numerous other standard clamping jaws can be used. Machine vices of the "KNC" series can be used – as shown - on vertical machining centres as well as on horizontal machining centres. Also the use on 5-axis machining centres with extra high
Mechanical-hydraulic machine vice KNC 125
Use with QIS jaws
SlimFlex jaws with movable inserts
Pendulum jaw for clearing of angle errors
Stepped jaws for small workpieces
HILMA Machine vice KNC 125
Mechanical double clamping system DS-M
The mechanical double clamping system "DS-M" used in pairs of two clamping systems "DS 125". The machine run time is doubled, since four workpieces can be machined at the same time. Thanks to the patented guiding principle, also workpieces with different dimensions can be clamped on the clamping system "DS 125". A maximum of four workpieces can be clamped at the same time, when using floating central jaws. Depending on the requirements, the mechanical double clamping system "DS-M" is available with overall length of 430 millimetres and 510 millimetres. Two jaw widths 100 and 125 mm are available.
Mechanical double clamping system DS-M
Hydraulic double clamping system DS-H
Hydraulic double clamping systems "DS 125H" on a long-bed machine. When using two additional floating jaws (always the second after the outside bar), up to four workpieces can be clamped at the same time for machining. The clamping forces are controlled by a separate hydraulic pressure transducer and can be triggered by a the machine control, a foot switch or - as shown- by a valve with turning knob. The clamping forces can be easily adjusted at the power unit and are thus exactly reproducible.
The shown clamping jaws are manufactured as per customer's specification, that are available besides the numerous standard elements of the large accessory range.
Hydraulic double clamping system DS-H
Mechanical double clamping system DS-M
Arrangement of four mechanical double clamping systems "DS 125"; their vice base is directly fixed onto the machine table. In one set-up, eight different workpieces can be fixed. The figure shows the simultaneous machining in the first and second set-up. Thanks to the patented guiding principle, also workpieces with different dimensions can be clamped on the clamping system "DS 125".
Mechanical double clamping system DS-M
Hydraulic or mechanical-hydraulic double clamping system DF
Hydraulic double clamping systems "DF-H" in use on a long-bed machine. As shown, two workpieces with the same or with different dimensions can be clamped. For this purpose, both clamping points can be separately controlled.
Hydraulic or mechanical-hydraulic double clamping system DF
VarioLine VL 125
Series clamping with 17 hydraulic flexible clamping systems "VarioLine VL 125" on a long-bed machine. The clamping systems are mounted on bases. This will improve the accessibility of the work spindle to the workpiece, and the clamping systems can be individually positioned on the machine table.
Series clamping with 17 "VarioLine VL 125"
VarioLine VL 125
The figure shows the simultaneous machining of four differently-sized workpieces. The first workpiece in the front of the figure is clamped with top jaws, that allow the extension of the clamping range of the "VL 125" to up to 721 millimetres. Quick adjustment of the clamping range by socket pins. The shown clamping systems are equipped with the angular drive, available as accessory, that facilitates unclamping and clamping and reduces the set-up time.
Simultaneous machining of four differently-sized workpieces with „VarioLine VL 125“
VarioLine VL 125
Use of three mechanical-hydraulic flexible clamping systems "VarioLine VL 125" on a 5-axis machining centre. The individual bases combined with the top jaws offer an optimum accessibility. The clamping systems are equipped with the angular drive, available as accessory, that facilitates unclamping and clamping and reduces the set-up time. Quick adjustment of the clamping range by socket pins.
VarioLine "VL 125" on a 5-axis machining centre
VarioLine VL 125
Tower design of four mechanical-hydraulic, flexible clamping systems "VarioLine VL 125" for the simultaneous machining of two large workpieces. The clamping system is extremely flexible, so that on the same machine when using floating jaws (figure 2:) 16 small-sized workpieces can be machined. The clamping systems are equipped with the angular drive, available as accessory, that facilitates unclamping and clamping and reduces the set-up time.
Tower design of four mechanical-hydraulic, flexible clamping systems "VarioLine VL 125"
VarioLine VL 125
Tower design of four mechanical-hydraulic, flexible clamping systems "VarioLine VL 125" for the simultaneous machining 16 small workpieces clamped with floating jaws. The clamping system is extremely flexible, so that on the same machine (figure 1) two large workpieces can be machined. The clamping systems are equipped with the angular drive, available as accessory, that facilitates unclamping and clamping and reduces the set-up time.
Tower design of four mechanical-hydraulic, flexible clamping systems "VarioLine VL 125" for the simultaneous machining 16 small workpieces
Compact clamping systems DUO 80
Three mechanically-operated compact double clamping systems "DUO 80" on reversible clamping system. The very compact design of the clamping systems allows an optimum assignment of the machine with workpieces. Mounted on base plates, the clamping systems can be axially moved and easily adjusted to changing component dimensions. Both clamping positions are clamped via a lead screw.
Multiple clamping system MSH
Two mechanically-operated multiple clamping systems built on a reversible clamping system in a vertical machining centre. Clamped are two times three workpieces, in the first and second set-up. The modular design of the clamping systems MSH allows the optimum utilization of the travel paths within the machine.
2 mechanically-operated multiple clamping systems in a vertical machining centre
Hydraulically-operated concentric vice ZH
Two concentric vices "Z 160 H" in automatic mode of machine for machining of ends. The next workpiece is ready (top right in the figure), it will be fed by the gripper (above the workpiece being machined), after the previous workpiece was placed to the left. Optimised clamping jaws allow the machining of different components without jaw change.
The fully automated plant is in unattended operation.
2 concentric vices "Z 160 H" for machining of ends
Hydraulically-operated concentric vice ZH
Three hydraulically-operated concentric vices "Z 100 H" on a machine for machining of ends. The fully automated plant is in unattended operation. Workpiece-specific jaws clamp different diameters to the always same centre.
3 hydraulically-operated concentric vices "Z 100 H" on a machine for machining of ends
