Mate Tooling Solutions is the authorised UK dealer for US-based Mate Precision Technologies products and on Stand 272 in Hall 20 at MACH, Mate’s next-generation 52/96 workholding system for CNC machining operations and the patent-pending QCT™ quick-change, tool-less thick turret punching system will be on show.
The new line of 52/96 vices, bases and mounting systems maximises holding power in a compact, quick-change modular design that reduces setup time and process variability for 3, 4 and 5-axis machining centres. Mate leveraged seven decades of machining experience to create a new level of innovative workholding with an impressive selection of options. This includes the Mate DynoGrip™ self-centring vices with maximum holding power in a compact system with minimal part movement and zero-point quality engagement with a four-post pull stud pattern, the Mate DynoLock™ quick-change bases with a four-post stud pattern and best-in-class centre accuracy and also the Mate DynoMount™ system that includes tombstones, pyramids, risers and dual right-angle mounts that feature zero-point quality engagement for four-point stud patterns.
The Mate 52/96 workholding system includes QuickSpecs™, Mate’s unique product identification system that allows real-time access to critical user data, CAD models and potential integration into business systems.
Mate Precision Technologies’ QCT™ thick turret tooling will also be on show to take insert-style punching systems to a whole new level. The tool-less punch retention mechanism makes changing the punch insert a breeze. QCT’s durable patent-pending design is designed to minimise effort and maximise uptime.
QCT punch inserts are made from M4PM™ steel, the longest-lasting tool steel in the industry. Only one punch driver is required for rounds or shapes. All punch drivers come standard with Mate’s Supermax™ coating for extended life. QCT is available in both A and B stations in the following styles – the Ultra® QCT™ works with all existing Mate UltraTEC guides and canisters, Mate Ultra XT guides and canisters; the Metric QCT™ A and B Station punch drivers that are also available with Mate Ultra® family of guides and standard canisters plus the AMX QCT™. The AMX QCT™ is fully compatible with Mate AMX™ guides, spring packs and Rapidset canisters, as well as Amada NCT, NEX and Z-Tooling air blow systems.
