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    Tormach Fab Lab: Using a 2-Jaw Chuck

    09/ 30/ 2013

    fab lab fab lab skill builder 4th a 2 Jaw Chuck setup 4th Axis Jaws

    Although not nearly as common as 3- or 4- Jaw chucks, a 2-Jaw Chuck can be quite handy for certain 4th Axis jobs. The jaws on a 2-Jaw chuck are opposite each other (obviously!) and they are driven by a scroll plate, just like the jaws on a 3-Jaw chuck. They are typically used in 2 scenarios:

    • Rapid Prototyping - for example, cutting a 3D shape out of a block of plastic or wood with a single 4th axis operation using a ball end mill.
    • Holding odd parts - In this case, they are often used with custom soft jaws milled for that purpose

    Here's a quick video with Mike C. demonstrating some setup basics when using a 2-Jaw Chuck:

    We have 2 Jaw Chuck kits available for both 6" and 8" Tormach 4th Axis models:

    • PN 32627: 2 Jaw Chuck for 6" Table
    • PN 32622: 2 Jaw Chuck for 8" Table

    More Tormach Fab Lab Videos:

    • How to Setup a 3-Jaw Chuck on a 4th Axis
    • How to Setup a 4-Jaw Chuck on a 4th Axis
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    • How to use a Coaxial Indicator
    • Fixture Plate Basics
    • Getting Started with Tension/Compression Tapping
    • Getting Started with Auto-Reversing Tapping
    • How to Swing Indicate a Square
    • How to Swing Indicate a Circle
    • How to Bore an OD
    • How to Bore an ID
    • How to Use a Sine Vise
    • Tips for using Strap Clamps
    • How to Square a Block

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