This series is built for shops that need centered holding, cleaner tool access, and predictable setup repeatability across mixed part sizes. Ideal when the vise needs to move between zero-point plates, pallets, or automated loading workflows.
Compared with the P75/P110/P150 pneumatic vise — chosen when the priority is raw clamp force and air/hydraulic actuation — this 5-axis self-centering vise is the lighter, lower-profile option built around 52/96 mm zero-point spigots, tool-side clearance, and quick carry between machines.
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A strong choice for aerospace, mold, and mixed-batch parts where centered grip, tool clearance, and repeat setup carryover all matter.
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Selection sizes the vise. Integration ties it into zero-point or pallets. Specs & Downloads is where the dimensioned drawings live.
A 43-second product demonstration showing a 5-axis self-centering vise mounted with a zero-point plate and the resulting tool-access layout.
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See how the vise supports centered holding, 5-axis tool access, and fast setup carryover between machines or pallets.
We recommend the right self-centering vise platform, jaw strategy, and zero-point mounting path before you spend time comparing model tables.
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Share your part family and target clamping range so engineering can reply with the right platform.
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Send part length, width, height, material, rough or finished surfaces, and whether the part needs five-side access.
Tell us if you prefer 52 mm or 96 mm mounting, soft jaws, serrated jaws, quick-change jaws, or zero-point mounting.
Include target quantity, delivery region, required repeatability, and whether you need drawings, STEP files, or a paired setup.
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| Family | Spigot Distance | Repeat Positioning Accuracy | Clamping Force | Maximum Torque | Material | Representative Models |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Self Centering Vise | 52 mm | <0.02 mm | 14,000 N | 70 Nm | Hardened martensitic stainless steel | NT-S52P105V2 / 130V2 / 170V2 / 210V2 |
| 96 Self Centering Vise | 96 mm | <0.02 mm | 20,000 N | 100 Nm | Hardened martensitic stainless steel | NT-S96P160V2 / 210V2 / 260V2 / 310V2 / 360V2 |
The S52 self-centering vise family uses a 77 mm jaw width, while the S96 family uses a 125 mm jaw width. The 52 mm and 96 mm values identify the mounting pattern, not jaw width. Use the model matrix below to compare overall length, clamping range, and shipping weight without returning to the PDF.
| Product Code | Jaw Width | Overall Length | Height | Clamping Range | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NT-S52P105V2 | 77 mm | 105 mm | 87 mm | 0 ~ 95 mm | 2.8 kg |
| NT-S52P130V2 | 77 mm | 130 mm | 87 mm | 0 ~ 120 mm | 3.2 kg |
| NT-S52P170V2 | 77 mm | 170 mm | 87 mm | 0 ~ 160 mm | 3.8 kg |
| NT-S52P210V2 | 77 mm | 210 mm | 87 mm | 0 ~ 200 mm | 4.4 kg |
| NT-S96P160V2 | 125 mm | 160 mm | 111 mm | 0 ~ 150 mm | 8.9 kg |
| NT-S96P210V2 | 125 mm | 210 mm | 111 mm | 0 ~ 200 mm | 10.8 kg |
| NT-S96P260V2 | 125 mm | 260 mm | 111 mm | 0 ~ 250 mm | 12.6 kg |
| NT-S96P310V2 | 125 mm | 310 mm | 111 mm | 0 ~ 300 mm | 14.5 kg |
| NT-S96P360V2 | 125 mm | 360 mm | 111 mm | 0 ~ 350 mm | 16.4 kg |
A simple checklist for selecting model size, jaw set, and mounting interface—so you get predictable accuracy on day one.
Use your part envelope, cutting load, and changeover frequency to decide.
| Model | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NT-S52P170V2 | Compact parts, 5-axis clearance, lighter rotary setups | Fast handling, lower mass, excellent for dense multi-vise layouts |
| NT-S52P210V2 | Larger parts, longer jaw travel and a wider clamping range | The S52 series remains rated at 14 kN; choose an S96 model when higher clamping force is required. |
If you share a drawing + material + target tolerance, we can recommend jaw style and grip strategy.
More context for engineering teams evaluating 5-axis workholding and repeatable setups.
Build a shop-specific self-centering vise ROI case from measured setup time, changeover frequency, labor, rework, downtime, project cost and a controlled pilot.
Choose a 5-axis self-centering vise by proving part envelope, tool access, jaw contact, grip depth, rotary load and a safe first-cut release trial.
Check both mating drawings, load path, support, envelope and acceptance before treating a mixed 52 mm and 96 mm layout as compatible.
Match jaw style to material, surface condition, and cutting load. The matrix below is a practical starting point for selecting jaws on a 5-axis self-centering vise (and for repeatable automation setups).
Repeatability is a system result (interface + vise + jaws + process). Use the checks below to stay on track when you’re chasing tight tolerances on 5-axis workholding.
Built from hardened martensitic stainless steel with a backlash-compensated lead screw, the self-centering mechanism applies equal force to both jaws regardless of workpiece shape. This ensures the workpiece centers on the spindle axis, delivering <0.02 mm repeat positioning accuracy for parts requiring symmetrical multi-face machining.
The vise takes standard and custom jaws, so you can clamp anything from raw castings to finished parts. The quick-change jaw design lets you reconfigure a setup in minutes instead of stripping the vise down.
The vise base mounts straight onto our zero-point clamping systems for fast, precise setup. Once bolted down it behaves as one rigid unit with the table, which keeps chatter down during high-speed, high-feed cutting and protects surface finish.
The low-profile body keeps the cutter clear of the fixture when the table tilts, so you can run shorter tools — less vibration, better cutting in tight 5-axis work.
Dimensional drawings, jaw-travel ranges, and mounting interfaces for 52 mm and 96 mm vise models.
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Symmetric clamping holds the centerline through every rotation; the compact body keeps the spindle clear when the table tilts.
See our vise in action across various industries and setups.
The compact design of the NEXTAS self-centering vise provides excellent tool accessibility for 5-axis machining. For impellers, molds, or complex structural parts, it keeps tools clear and lets you machine complex surfaces with tight tolerances.
Application rendering only—not a validated cell layout. The gripping interface can support robot integration when the selected vise, gripper, actuation, sensing, guarding, interlocks and safety concept are validated together. Any unattended operating window depends on acceptance of the complete cell.
Arranging multiple vises on the machining center's worktable allows for the processing of multiple workpieces in a single setup, significantly boosting production efficiency.
Mounting the vise on a standardized pallet allows for offline pre-setup, sharply cutting machine downtime and increasing equipment utilization.
By using special jaws, it can securely clamp various irregularly shaped workpieces such as castings and forgings, providing a stable machining base.
The vise's lightweight and high-rigidity features also make it suitable for mounting on a 4th-axis rotary table for multi-sided component machining.
Paired with V-jaws, it can easily achieve precise and stable center clamping of round bar workpieces, suitable for machining shaft-like parts.
These workshop photos document mounting and workholding arrangements—not customer cycle times or machining results. Use them to review machine envelope, rotary-axis clearance, jaw contact and part access. Final vise model, jaws and interface are confirmed from drawings and operating conditions.
A self-centering vise is mounted on a perforated fixture plate inside a machining center. Confirm bolt pattern, locating method, stack height and available travel before using a similar layout.
The vise is installed on a rotary-axis interface with the jaws open. Check the full swept envelope for spindle, toolholder and jaw clearance before cutting.
A rectangular block is held for multi-side access on a rotary axis. Jaw style, grip depth, torque and support still depend on material and cutting load.
A pocketed workpiece is clamped inside a machining center. Validate contact faces, part support, datum plan and first-article inspection for the actual component.
Engineers care about repeatability. Procurement cares about verification. This section gives both teams what they need.
Built for mixed part families and frequent setup changes. The modular design takes special jaws and quick-change jaws, so you can switch from castings and forgings to finished parts without wasting spindle time.
Need more than a standard vise? We support customization and provide one-to-one technical service. For complex projects, we can help with fixture solution planning, process planning, and application guidance.
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Your questions, answered.
The vise uses a backlash-compensated leadscrew that drives both jaws to converge at the centerline with matched force, so the part's theoretical center stays aligned with the spindle regardless of the starting shape. For castings, forgings, or sawn stock, pair the centering mechanism with serrated jaws for positive grip on rough surfaces.
Daily: remove chips and coolant from the leadscrew and jaw slides. Weekly: apply high-pressure grease through the grease nipple on the leadscrew. Protect the precision ground surfaces from impact, and inspect jaw mating faces for wear at every tooling change. The hardened martensitic stainless-steel body handles production loads, but contamination — not wear — is the usual cause of accuracy drift.
Yes, after the interface is verified. The vise base uses a 52 mm or 96 mm mounting pattern, depending on the model, and can be paired with the corresponding NEXTAS zero-point plate. For a third-party system, confirm the bolt pattern, locating geometry, pull-stud and receiver arrangement, stack height, and load capacity from drawings before ordering. Changeover time and system repeatability depend on the selected plate, installation, cleanliness, and acceptance test; the vise interface alone does not guarantee them.
Standardized gripper grooves can support handling of the complete vise, hydraulic or pneumatic actuation modules may support automatic clamp and unclamp, and the 52 / 96 mm zero-point interface can support pallet transfer. These are interfaces, not a complete automation approval: validate the selected vise, gripper, actuation, sensing, guarding, interlocks, and safety concept as one cell. Define unattended operation only after the complete cell has passed risk assessment and acceptance testing.
The jaw mechanism includes a pull-down geometry: as clamping force rises, the jaws are drawn toward the base rather than being pushed upward. The workpiece seats flat against the jaw reference surfaces, which supports tight parallelism tolerances and consistent surface finish during high-feed cutting.
Both. Hobbyists benefit from the simple self-centering action and repeatable results. In production, the high clamping force, rigidity, and reliable accuracy make it a fit for CNC and 5-axis machining. Share your machine and workpiece envelope and we can recommend the right size and jaw type.
Yes. Jaw pads are serviceable wear parts and are swapped when the gripping surface is worn or when moving between jaw styles (smooth, serrated, or soft jaws). Standardizing the torque and datum on jaw changes keeps clamping consistent from setup to setup.
The common root causes are chips or coolant residue on the jaw faces, contamination on the leadscrew, or a jaw style mismatched to the workpiece surface. Corrective sequence: clean the jaw faces and vise bed, re-grease the leadscrew per the maintenance interval, and re-select the jaw style for the workpiece condition. If the behavior persists, the engineering team can review a photo of the part and jaws to confirm root cause.
Faster setup, cleaner datums, and more stable cutting—especially on 5-axis.
For repeatability, treat the vise like a fixture: mount it once, qualify it, and reuse the same reference every changeover.
Matching jaws to material and surface condition is the easiest way to prevent slip, distortion, and chatter.
A quick verification routine helps you protect tolerances while keeping cycle time low.
A short, repeatable routine helps a self-centering vise deliver stable results across pallets, shifts, and operators.
Wipe interface + jaw bed; remove burrs and chips
Tip for 5-axis / automation: Treat it like a fixture: cleanliness = repeatability
Seat on table/pallet/zero-point; apply specified tightening pattern
Tip for 5-axis / automation: If you use a zero-point system, avoid re-indicating every changeover
Probe/indicate vise centerline once; store as a work offset/macro
Tip for 5-axis / automation: Makes multi-pallet and robot loading predictable
Use consistent torque; confirm full jaw contact
Tip for 5-axis / automation: For thin walls: use soft jaws + support pads
Probe a reference feature (first-article)
Tip for 5-axis / automation: Log the offset; watch for drift after warm-up
For long cycles: re-check after jaw swaps or tool changes
Tip for 5-axis / automation: Small checks prevent big scrap batches
Simple care keeps the lead screw, jaw guidance, and contact surfaces performing like a precision workholding system.
If you machine complex parts (aerospace, medical, precision molds), this workflow keeps access high and collisions low.
Use serrated jaws + higher clamp force. Keep grip length conservative for stability.
Switch to soft jaws or precision pads. Probe critical features to protect tolerance stack-up.
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