Workpiece Clamping System features modular design.

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Utilizing quick-change method, CAPTIS Clamping System permits conversion from external to internal clamping in less than 1 minute. Collet changes can be made in 15 seconds. Configurations include: power-operated, rotating CAPTIS collet chuck for turning machines; CAPTIS-D with axial tightening for machining bar stock; CATIS-AF with axially fixed collet and optional workpiece stop for delicate workpieces; and stationary CAPTIS-MS collet chuck for drilling, milling, and machining centers.



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RÃ-HM Presents Versatile CAPTIS Clamping System



Modular Design Provides Flexibility of Application



LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga., – RÖHM Products America recently introduced the modular CAPTIS workpiece clamping system, which provides a wide range of workholding options for turning, milling and drilling applications through different combinations of modular components.



An innovative quick-change method permits conversion from external to internal clamping in less than a minute, and collet changes can be made in 15 seconds. It is compatible with the industry standard BZI collet interface. The CAPTIS system produces strong clamping forces without deformation of delicate workpieces while offering high repeatability and minimal run-out.



Different configurations of the CAPTIS system deliver a variety of workholding functions:

• The power-operated, rotating CAPTIS collet chuck is designed for use in turning machines. Its compact size facilitates full use of a machine’s work envelope.

• CAPTIS-D is equipped with axial tightening for machining bar stock and can be easily converted to the CAPTIS-A, which is ideal for flange-type workpieces and includes workpiece stop and hold-down features.

• CAPTIS-AF, with an axially fixed (dead-length) collet and optional workpiece stop, is ideally suited for delicate workpieces, short clamping surfaces and use in counter spindles.

• The stationary CAPTIS-MS collet chuck is intended for use in drilling, milling and machining centers and for manual machining. Operated manually with hydraulic power intensification, the chuck can be optionally equipped with a front or internal stop.



About RÖHM Products of America

Headquartered in Lawrenceville, Georgia, RÖHM Products of America, a division of the RÖHM Group, has been a leading provider of high-quality clamping and gripping technologies to the North American metalworking industry since 1978. The company’s broad and powerful product portfolio encompasses drill chucks, live centers, lathe chucks, vises, automation technology, power chuck technology, mandrels, tool clamping systems and customized solutions for turning, milling, drilling and grinding applications.



The company also takes pride in providing world-class support and services to ensure trouble-free machining processes for its customers within the aerospace, automotive, energy, engineering, micro technology and rail vehicle manufacturing sectors. For more information, please visit www.rohm-products.com.

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