52 / 96 mm datum plate family for faster fixture and pallet changeovers
Use this family when you want one repeatable plate interface under vises, pallets, and modular fixtures. It is the easiest path to cleaner changeovers now while keeping the door open for a later upgrade into a more automated zero-point workflow.
This plate is the mechanical, manual-actuation entry point — no air supply required, finished and ready to bolt down. If your line needs machine-controlled robot or APC release, compare the separate Pneumatic Zero-Point Plate; if you would rather buy bare receiver modules to drop into your own subplate, see the Zero-Point Clamping Systems page.
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It is the cleanest first step for vises, pallet plates, and modular fixtures that need faster swaps without forcing a full automation project on day one.
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That comparison usually tells buyers whether a manual datum plate is enough now or whether a pneumatic or APC-ready route should be planned earlier.
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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.
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.
Treat that as a separate pneumatic integration decision. Confirm air supply, valve logic, clamp sensing, interlocks, and the exact pull-stud interface instead of assuming the manual models on this page can be air-actuated.
Compare the pneumatic zero-point plate →| 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 | |||||
| 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 | 3.0 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-S52P213V1 | P213 dual-station plate | 52 mm | 20,000 N | NT-S52P16V1 | 4.2 kg |
| NT-S52P208V1 | P208 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 | 15.0 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-S52P315V1 | P315 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 | 16.0 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 | 10.0 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 | 22.0 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 | P246 dual-station indexing 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 | 4 × 90° fixed indexing | NT-S52P16V1 | 4.4 kg |
Several buyers stop at the plate body, but the catalogue also shows the matching positioning pieces that determine how the plate is actually used on the machine.
| Accessory | Model | Specification | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 mm positioning spigot | NT-S52P16V1 | 52 × 52 mm, hardened stainless steel, 0.15 kg | Standard interface part used across the 52 mm manual plate family. |
| 96 mm positioning spigot | NT-S96P20V1 | 96 × 96 mm, hardened stainless steel, 0.2 kg | Matching reference part for the 96 mm manual plate family. |
| P32 positioning locked mouth | NT-S52P32V1 | <0.01 mm clamping accuracy, 4 × 90° fixed indexing | Useful when the project needs indexed positioning logic, not just a flat datum plate. |
| Positioning three-jaws chuck | NT-S52P100V1 | 4 × 90° fixed indexing, manual family | Lets the same 52 mm interface handle round or indexed workholding tasks. |
The NEXTAS Zero-Point Clamping Plate serves as the link between your machine tool and your workholding. The manual plate family uses hardened stainless-steel locating interfaces and 52 mm / 96 mm datum standards to create a repeatable base for vises, pallets, and fixtures. It does not require a shop-air connection; buyers who need automatic release should compare the separate pneumatic plate family.
The manual zero-point plate adopts a 52 mm / 96 mm industry-standard module design for strong compatibility with global CNC machining tooling systems. This standardization avoids custom adaptation troubles, enabling straightforward integration into both small workshops and large manufacturing setups. The two module sizes cover different workpiece weights and sizes, so one standard fits a wide span of jobs. Spare parts are widely available, which keeps maintenance simple. For shops standardizing their fleet, it cuts the downtime that comes from mismatched tooling.
Model-specific product view
This 20-second close-up shows the Ø160 plate body and manual interface. It supports visual model review only; use the specification table, interface drawings and project verification to confirm dimensions, clamping force, matching spigot and application fit.
Compare Published Model DataA zero-point clamping plate is more than a “base plate” — it becomes your standardized machine interface. Picking the right configuration upfront helps you get repeatable accuracy, faster changeovers, and a cleaner path to palletization.
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.
Choose an industry-standard 52 mm / 96 mm pattern when you want broad compatibility with pallets, vises, and fixtures. Need larger parts or heavier cuts? Step up from the 20 kN 52-family plates to the 30 kN 96-family layouts, or increase the number of stations.
If you run high-mix production, prioritize quick-change vises and standardized pallets. For 4/5-axis work, focus on rigidity, Z-height, and repeatable locating — so parts can move from CNC to CMM without re-fixturing.
If your shop does frequent job changes, short runs, or wants a clear path to automation, a zero-point clamping plate usually pays back by increasing spindle uptime and lowering setup variability.
Tip: If you plan to expand into pallet pools or automation, standardize plate patterns and pallet interfaces early — it saves rework later.
Use this quick planner when you’re selecting a manual zero-point clamping plate for CNC changeovers, palletization, or 5-axis fixtures. The goal is to standardize a repeatable interface (plate + pallet/fixture) while keeping tool clearance, chip evacuation, and access to the manual release practical.
This page covers the manual-release plate family. It needs no compressed-air connection. Use the comparison below to decide whether the simpler manual route is sufficient or whether your project should move to the separate pneumatic zero-point plate.
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 shines when it becomes your standardized datum interface — letting a part stay on the same pallet/fixture from machining to inspection and back again. 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.
APPLICATION FIT
Review the fixture, machine envelope, chip flow, release access, and transfer routine together before standardizing the plate interface.
A key advantage of the manual zero-point plate is how directly it pairs with self-centering vises: the plate holds a pre-set zero reference, so the vise reseats in seconds instead of being re-aligned by hand every time. Traditional setups need repeated manual alignment, which is time-consuming and error-prone, harming part quality. When paired with a self-centering vise, the plate uses pre-set zero references and auto-centering, letting operators fix workpieces in seconds. This is vital for high-mix, low-volume production with frequent job changes, as it increases machine utilization and output while maintaining precision.
The manual zero-point plate is highly versatile, fitting vertical/horizontal machining centers (VMCs/HMCs) and 3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis CNC systems. In vertical machining, it stabilizes workpieces for milling, drilling, and tapping. In horizontal setups, it uses gravity to support longer/heavier workpieces. For complex 4/5-axis tasks like contouring, its precise alignment ensures quality. It serves industries like automotive, aerospace, and medical device manufacturing, eliminating the need for multiple specialized tools, reducing costs, and simplifying inventory management.
Use clamping plates as the base for tombstone fixtures, allowing you to prepare and load an entire multi-part setup offline and swap it into the machine in minutes.
Equip your VMC with a clamping plate to rapidly switch between different vises, 4th-axis rotary tables, or custom job-specific fixtures without lengthy re-alignment procedures.
The manual plate can establish the pallet datum standard before automation, but it does not provide robot-controlled release. For a pallet pool or robotic loader, move to the separate pneumatic plate and validate the air circuit, clamp sensing, interlocks, pallet mass, and full loading sequence.
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.
A clamping plate is your foundation—buyers should validate flatness, hardness, stud pattern, and real setup gains.
Tip: include your machine table size, current fixture style, and changeover-time target. We’ll recommend the right plate format and stud layout.
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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.
Lead time is configuration-specific. Engineering confirms it in the quotation after reviewing the drawing or bill of materials, quantity, selected options, interfaces, and inspection scope. The website does not guarantee a fixed lead time.
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