SMW Autoblok Introduces Manual Jack Connection Kit for Fast Power-to-Manual Chuck Conversion!

SMW Autoblok Group has unveiled its Manual Jack (MJ) connection kit, designed to provide manufacturers with a quick and cost-effective solution for converting power chucks into manual chucks. This innovative kit is compatible with a wide range of machines, including stationary milling machines, five-axis machines, and mill-turn machines, making it ideal for multipallet systems that require versatility and efficiency.

Key Features of the Manual Jack (MJ) Connection Kit:

• Easy Retrofit: The MJ kit can be easily retrofitted to both new and existing machines, eliminating the need for costly hydraulic or pneumatic table connection preparations.
• Compatibility: It works seamlessly with stationary milling machines, five-axis machines, and mill-turn machines, allowing for a flexible solution in various machining setups.
• Adaptability: The MJ kit comes in two versions—stand-alone and MJC Cartridge.
• Stand-alone version: Compact, lightweight, and economical, it mounts directly on the machine table or pallet, ensuring easy installation and integration into existing systems.
• MJC Cartridge version: This version houses the MJ mechanism in a cartridge that the machine manufacturer can customize to fit specific machine configurations. The cartridge version provides additional flexibility for different pallet designs.

Additional Benefits:

• Palletized Machines: Especially useful for palletized systems, as it provides mechanical irreversible constant gripping force.
• Manual Operation of Power Chucks: Allows machining centers to manually operate power chucks, a great alternative to traditional manual chucks.
• Wide Chuck Compatibility: Capable of operating a variety of power chucks, including 2/3/4-jaw, 2+2, 6-jaw, and more, providing diverse clamping options.
• No Need for Air/Oil Feeds: The MJ kit operates without air or oil feed, making it perfect for pallet changing systems and providing a clean solution for power chuck operations.
• Simple Integration: The kit is easily interchangeable among several machines and can be adapted to various machine table and pallet configurations with different centering and mounting thread patterns.

The MJ connection kit offers manufacturers a flexible, economical, and customizable solution for converting power chuck operations to manual mode, enhancing machine versatility and operational efficiency. With its easy integration and adaptability, the MJ kit is an ideal solution for modern manufacturing environments.