Change the fixture. Keep the machine-side datum.
Keep a repeatable base on the machine while you change vises, pallets or fixtures. NEXTAS manual zero-point plates need no air connection. Choose a 52 mm or 96 mm family, then match the footprint, release access and pull studs to your setup.
Need machine-controlled release? Compare the Pneumatic Zero-Point Plate. For receivers machined into a custom base, see Zero-Point Clamping Systems; for a smaller carrier, see BDS Positioning Datum.
Prepare jobs away from the spindle
Build the next fixture on its pallet, ready for transfer to a verified matching plate.
Fit the plate to your workspace
Compare plate formats against table travel, fixture support and the room needed for tools.
Start with manual changeovers
Keep operation simple with hand release; review the separate pneumatic family when machine-controlled release is required.
MANUAL PLATE SELECTION
The products specified on this page are manually released and need no compressed-air connection. Choose the datum family by load, footprint, and the pallet or fixture interface you want to standardize. For background, read zero point, zero reference point and datum system, or compare how the three references work together.
Use the compact 20 kN family for smaller pallets, vises, multi-station layouts, and 5-axis setups where footprint and mass matter.
Use the larger 30 kN family when the fixture footprint, workpiece load, or cutting forces call for a wider and more rigid datum base.
| Family | Repeat Positioning Accuracy | Clamping Force | Fixed Indexing | Material | Unlocking Method | Adaptive Spigot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52 mm quick change datum plate family | <0.005 mm | 20,000 N | 4 × 90° | Hardened stainless steel | Manual | NT-S52P16V1 |
| 96 mm quick change datum plate family | <0.005 mm | 30,000 N | 4 × 90° | Hardened stainless steel | Manual | NT-S96P20V1 |
| Module pattern | 52 mm / 96 mm industry-standard modular spacing used across vises, plates, and compatible pallets | |||||
Match footprint, travel, T-slots and manual tool access. Follow the installation and maintenance checklist for mounting, torque, seating and full-travel checks.
| Product Code | Plate Type | Family | Clamping Force | Spigot | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NT-S52P125V1 | P125 quick change datum plate | 52 mm | 20,000 N | NT-S52P16V1 | 2.8 kg |
| NT-S52P150V1 | P150 quick change datum plate | 52 mm | 20,000 N | NT-S52P16V1 | 3 kg |
| NT-S52P150V2 | P150 raise 60 quick change datum plate | 52 mm | 20,000 N | NT-S52P16V1 | 6.9 kg |
| NT-S52P150V3 | P150 raise 100 quick change datum plate | 52 mm | 20,000 N | NT-S52P16V1 | 11.5 kg |
| NT-S52P222V1 | P222 dual-station plate | 52 mm | 20,000 N | NT-S52P16V1 | 4.2 kg |
| NT-S52P220V1 | P220 four-station plate | 52 mm | 20,000 N | NT-S52P16V1 | 8.2 kg |
| NT-S52P290V1 | P290 5-axis three-station plate | 52 mm | 20,000 N | NT-S52P16V1 | 15 kg |
| NT-S52P125V2 | φ125 quick change datum plate | 52 mm | 20,000 N | NT-S52P16V1 | 2.2 kg |
| NT-S52P160V1 | φ160 quick change datum plate | 52 mm | 20,000 N | NT-S52P16V1 | 3.5 kg |
| NT-S52P250V1 | P250 raise seat quick change datum plate | 52 mm | 20,000 N | NT-S52P16V1 | 9.1 kg |
| NT-S96P192V1 | P192 quick change datum plate | 96 mm | 30,000 N | NT-S96P20V1 | 5.4 kg |
| NT-S96P315V1 | P315 raise seat quick change datum plate | 96 mm | 30,000 N | NT-S96P20V1 | 16 kg |
| NT-S96P192V2 | P192 quick change datum plate | 96 mm | 30,000 N | NT-S96P20V1 | 7.5 kg |
| NT-S96P330V1 | P330 dual-station plate | 96 mm | 30,000 N | NT-S96P20V1 | 10 kg |
| NT-S96P192V3 | P192 raise 60 quick change datum plate | 96 mm | 30,000 N | NT-S96P20V1 | 11.7 kg |
| NT-S96P330V2 | P330 four-station plate | 96 mm | 30,000 N | NT-S96P20V1 | 19.3 kg |
| NT-S96P192V4 | P192 raise 100 quick change datum plate | 96 mm | 30,000 N | NT-S96P20V1 | 19.3 kg |
| NT-S96P176V1 | φ176 quick change datum plate | 96 mm | 30,000 N | NT-S96P20V1 | 4.5 kg |
| NT-S96P246V1 | φ246 quick change datum plate | 96 mm | 30,000 N | NT-S96P20V1 | 9.5 kg |
| NT-S96P390V1 | P390 5-axis three-station indexing plate | 96 mm | 30,000 N | NT-S96P20V1 | 37 kg |
| NT-S52P100V1 | P100 positioning three-jaws chuck | 52 mm | 20,000 N | NT-S52P16V1 | 4.4 kg |
Several buyers stop at the plate body, but the catalog also shows the matching positioning pieces that determine how the plate is actually used on the machine.
Match the selected plate family and approved interface drawing.
| Model | Use | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| 52 mm positioning spigot, Standard interface part used across the 52 mm manual plate family. | 52×52 mm, hardened stainless steel, 0.15 kg | |
| 96 mm positioning spigot, Matching reference part for the 96 mm manual plate family. | 96×96 mm, hardened stainless steel, 0.2 kg |
Positioning receivers and chucks for indexed workholding.
| Model | Use | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| P32 positioning locked mouth. Useful when the project needs indexed positioning logic on the datum plate. | <0.01 mm clamping accuracy, 4 × 90° fixed indexing | |
| Positioning three-jaws chuck, Lets the same 52 mm interface handle round or indexed workholding tasks. | 4 × 90° fixed indexing, manual family |
The manual plate family uses hardened stainless-steel locating interfaces. Match the receiver and pull stud on the selected drawing before establishing the fixture datum.
The 52 mm and 96 mm families are starting points for interface selection. Confirm the selected drawing for the receiver, matching pull stud, mounting holes, stack height, load and tool clearance. The two families use different pull studs; third-party compatibility and accessory interchangeability require explicit confirmation. Pneumatic release belongs to a separately documented configuration.
Model-specific product view
The 20-second close-up shows the Ø160 manual plate, receiver layout and release access. Use the model table to narrow down your choice and request its interface drawing.
Compare model dataAPPLICATION FIT
Review the fixture, machine envelope, chip flow, release access, and transfer routine together before standardizing the plate interface.
A manual zero-point plate lets a self-centering vise return to a prepared datum during frequent job changes. Verify the vise-to-plate interface, reseating repeatability, and actual changeover time on the intended machine before carrying the work offset into production.
A manual zero-point base suits recurring vise, fixture and pallet changes on VMCs, HMCs and rotary-axis setups. To select a plate, we check how it mounts, the loaded mass and the clearance your tools need.
The views show plate layouts for vises and other fixtures. Use the planner for machine-specific support, grid, chip-flow and access checks; review the release method before planning a pallet pool or robotic loader.
Transfer a workpiece from the CNC to the CMM on the same pallet, using a verified matching plate as the reference. This reduces re-fixturing steps; each station still needs an accepted alignment and measurement routine.
Verify the assembled mounting, manual access and datum return before releasing the setup for production.
Match the plate footprint to your table travel and T-slot pattern. Consider clearance for toolpaths, coolant flow, and chip evacuation. For frequent swaps, many shops standardize one “home” plate per machine.
Select the 52 mm or 96 mm layout against cutting loads and fixture support. Verify the assembled load path, rigidity and collision clearance before machining; a larger pitch or more stations alone does not establish suitability.
If you run high-mix production, prioritize quick-change vises and standardized pallets. For 4/5-axis work, use rigidity, Z-height, and repeatable locating so parts can move from CNC to CMM without re-fixturing.
| Topic | T-slot setups | Zero-point clamping plate |
|---|---|---|
| Changeover time | Manual indicating & alignment | Swap pallets/fixtures in minutes |
| Repeatability | Operator-dependent | Consistent positioning (when cleaned & maintained) |
| Scalability | Hard to standardize across jobs | Standard interface for pallets, vises, and fixtures |
| Inspection workflow | Often requires re-fixturing | CNC → CMM on the same pallet/zero reference |
For frequent job changes or short runs, the plate keeps one datum so the next pallet seats on the same interface. Check the machine mounting pattern, fixture load and clearance, then compare full changeover time and measured datum return with your current setup.
Tip: If you plan to expand into pallet pools or automation, standardize plate patterns and pallet interfaces early. That avoids a later rework of the pattern.
Compare the layout and operating checks for each application below; retain practical access to the manual release.
Choose the release method around operator attendance and the loading sequence. Machine-controlled release requires the separate pneumatic family and its integration checks.
When a manual plate is used for high-mix CNC machining, small issues compound: chips on locating faces, uneven mounting torque, an obstructed release point, or mismatched studs. This table helps you diagnose the most common symptoms quickly.
A zero-point clamping plate is the standardized datum interface. A part stays on the same pallet or fixture from machining to inspection and back. This reduces re-fixturing error and makes repeatability a measurable capability.
When the part stays on the same pallet/fixture, you can monitor GD&T trends across runs, catch drift early, and reduce re-fixturing risk.
Use the released drawing and an on-machine trial to accept the selected plate. Record the evidence below before approving the setup.
Review the loaded mass, centre of gravity and overturning moments for the mounting orientation against the approved plate and machine limits.
Record any drawing deviation before releasing the fixture layout.
Page updated . Catalog values for this family come from the 2026 NEXTAS industry quick-change clamping catalog. Confirm drawing-controlled dimensions on the selected model drawing. Request the catalog. Factory, catalogs, and shows.
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Share the machine, workpiece and plate model information you have. Our engineers help confirm the configuration and the drawings or CAD available for it, including any confidentiality requirements.
The plate keeps a fixed datum on the machine, so a fixture or pallet fitted with matched studs can be removed and reseated without indicating it from the beginning each time. This manual family still requires an operator to release and secure the interface, but it removes much of the repeated alignment work.
The listed 52 mm and 96 mm manual families are specified at <0.005 mm repeat positioning accuracy. The achieved result also depends on the matched stud, mounting flatness, cleanliness, fixture stiffness, and the acceptance method used on your machine.
The model table lists hardened stainless steel for the standard manual families. If weight or a non-standard material is part of the project, treat it as a configuration request and confirm the final drawing, material grade, and load limits before ordering.
Yes, provided every station uses the same verified plate, stud, orientation, and mounting logic. The pallet can remain the common carrier, but each CNC or CMM station still needs its own alignment and acceptance check before offsets are transferred.
Often, but compatibility is not automatic. Confirm the vise base thickness, mounting-hole pattern, stud spacing, load, tool clearance, and whether an adapter plate is needed before machining the interface.
Clean the locating faces and studs before each reseat, keep the manual release clear, and inspect the mounting fasteners and contact surfaces on a documented schedule. If results drift, clean and re-seat first, then check the plate mounting and matched stud before changing offsets.
No. The models specified on this page use manual release. If your cell needs robot loading, frequent machine-controlled release, or clamp-status feedback, review the pneumatic zero-point plate as a separate integration project.
Start with the machine, workpiece, quantity and any model or drawing information you have. If known, include the 52 mm or 96 mm family, fixture or pallet envelope, mounting interface, load and any plan for later pneumatic release. We help confirm a suitable configuration and the drawings or CAD available within the agreed confidentiality scope.
Engineering RFQ
Share your machine, fixture or pallet size, and changeover goal. We can help choose the plate family and review the matching studs. A model number is helpful but not needed to start.
