5th Axis
5th Axis Inc is an internationally acclaimed company specializing in automated production, manufacturing, and machining. Founded in 2004 in San Diego, California, the company has become known for its innovative workholding solutions. Its goal is to exceed customer expectations, stay at the forefront of technological development, and provide a positive working environment for its employees.
5th Axis clamps have gained great popularity among machine shops and machining professionals, particularly for their solutions designed for multi-axis machining. These clamps can be used with both vertical and horizontal machining centers and are exceptionally suited for automated robotic cells. The company's developed RockLock™ base plate enables quick and precise clamping of the clamps, improving both production efficiency and accuracy.
5th Axis clamps allow for quick changing of vises and fixtures. Thanks to the patented Free Float design of the RockLock™ system, all four pull studs have the same clamping force, ensuring repeatability of less than 8 microns, an essential feature in precise machining. The clamping units can be easily operated with a hex key from just one side of the base plate. Moreover, the pull studs can be integrated into existing fixtures and base plates with 52 mm and 96 mm spacing, ensuring compatibility with systems from other manufacturers.
All RockLock base plates have hardened steel rings and locking mechanisms that guarantee good repeatability and wear resistance throughout the product's lifetime. This durable structure ensures that 5th Axis clamps and other products remain operational for a long time, providing added value to customers. One of the most significant advantages of 5th Axis systems is their standardized settings, enabling quick and easy fixture changes with the RockLock system without the need to adjust each new piece separately. This saves time and money and facilitates the use of CAM software through fixed zero points.
5th Axis has established itself as a leading manufacturer of clamping tools with its efficient and innovative solutions. The company's products, such as the RockLock™ base plate and various clamps, offer fast and precise workpiece clamping, improving machining productivity and accuracy. Their broad compatibility with systems from other manufacturers makes them flexible and versatile solutions. With these innovations, 5th Axis continues to advance machining industries and provides its customers with significant benefits in optimizing production processes.
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Quickly Change Vises and Fixtures
A standard mounting system enables easy transfer of fixtures from one machine to another without any setup time.
Precision
The patented Free Float design ensures the same clamping force in all four pull studs, resulting in repeatability under 8 microns.
Standardize Your Settings
No more building fixture setups for every new job. Changing the setup is easy with the RockLock system, saving you time and money.
Facilitate Programming
Standard zero points speed up programming.
Easy Integration
Pull studs are easy to integrate into existing fixtures and base plates. Pull stud spacings of 52 mm and 96 mm enable compatibility with competing systems.
User-Friendly
All clamping units are operated with a hex key from one side of the base plate, but access is available from both sides, eliminating the need to reach around the fixture.
Durable Design
All RockLock base plates have hardened steel rings and locking mechanisms, ensuring good repeatability and wear resistance throughout the product's service life.
Designed for Your Machine Tool
The RockLock product family is designed with specific machine tools in mind. Remember to specify the make and model of your machine tool when ordering to get a perfectly fitting unit.
