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Quick Changeover Solution

Zero-Point Clamping Plate

Achieve Ultimate Machining Efficiency

The NEXTAS Zero-Point Clamping Plate is the core of modern manufacturing. It reduces machine setup time from hours to minutes. Through a standardized interface, it enables the rapid and precise exchange of fixtures, pallets, and workpieces. This not only significantly increases machine uptime but is also a critical cornerstone for automated production.

Core Advantages

Micron-Level Repeatability: Guarantees a repeat positioning accuracy of ≤ 0.003mm, ensuring consistent machining quality for every setup.
Powerful Clamping Force: Uses mechanical spring force for clamping, providing exceptional rigidity that remains stable even under heavy cutting conditions.
Drastically Reduced Setup Time: Enables offline pre-setting, minimizing on-machine changeover time and maximizing the machine's effective processing time.
High Integration & Automation: Pneumatic unlocking design for seamless integration with robotic arms, enabling fully automated pallet exchange and production.

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Engineered for Precision and Efficiency

The core of the NEXTAS Zero-Point System is its precision locking mechanism. It uses pneumatic pressure (typically 6 bar) to drive an internal piston for quick unlocking. Once the pressure is released, powerful mechanical springs immediately pull down and lock the positioning pins (Pull Studs). This "normally closed" design ensures that the workpiece remains securely locked even in the event of an air supply failure, guaranteeing machining safety. The body is made of high-strength hardened steel and precision ground to ensure long-term durability and accuracy.

Cross-section view of the Zero-Point System's locking mechanism

Standardization and Modularity

Our Zero-Point System provides standardized interfaces (e.g., 52mm and 96mm spacing) compatible with most fixtures, vises, and pallets on the market. This allows companies to build a modular workholding library, quickly assembling the most suitable clamping solution for different machining tasks, much like building blocks, significantly enhancing production flexibility.

Enhancing Production Line Automation

The Zero-Point System is not just a fixture; it's the core of the automation process. The system can be equipped with optional air-tightness detection to ensure the positioning surface is clean and chip-free, as well as pallet presence detection. These features can be linked with the machine's CNC controller and robotic arms to form a reliable, fully automated exchange system, enabling 24/7 unmanned production.

Automated cell with a robotic arm integrated with the Zero-Point System

NEXTAS Zero-Point System Features:

Pneumatic unlocking, mechanical spring force clamping for safety and reliability.
Conical positioning hole design achieves ultra-high repeat positioning accuracy of ≤ 0.003mm.
Optional air-tightness detection and positioning surface cleaning functions to ensure precise positioning.
Body made of high-strength tool steel, heat-treated and precision-ground for durability.
Standardized interface for wide application in various machine tools and fixture systems.

Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification (Model Example: NXZP-138)
Module Diameter	138 mm
Repeatability	≤ 0.003 mm
Clamping Force	12 kN (standard) / 35 kN (with booster)
Pull-in Force	9 kN
Actuation	Pneumatic Unlocking
Required Air Pressure	6 bar (0.6 MPa)
Body Material	Hardened Steel
Weight	4.5 kg