Hoffmann Group launched its new Garant Xpent five-axis vice with quick-change spindle system and rotatable clamping modules at last month’s AMB 2016 exhibition in Stuttgart (www.hoffmann-group.com).

The vice is optimised for five-face machining and can be quickly and easily adapted to any machining strategy. The flexible modular design of the Xpent allows the clamping range to be adjusted through a combination of the clamping modules, base rail and spindle. The convex clamping modules can be rotated by 180deg for utmost flexibility.

The Xpent is suitable for components ranging from 6 to 986mm and offers a clamping force up to 40kN, with 90Nm of torque. Up to 100mm of travel are possible without conversion, while a modern quick-change system enables rapid spindle replacement. The spindle can be extended and features a trapezoidal thread to facilitate easy adjustment of the clamping ranges.

Another highlight is the advanced and comprehensive top and front jaw system. The jaws are hardened, ground and given a special coating to ensure accurate, process-reliable machining. The front jaws can be replaced quickly and easily.

In addition, transverse slots enable precise alignment of the perfectly symmetrical five-axis vice on the machine table. Other features include Garant ZeroClamp bores in the base rail and a comprehensive range of accessories.