8″ x 12″ Modular Vacuum Chuck Kits

Modular Vacuum Chuck Kits

• Use one Modular Vacuum Chuck Pallet or combine several to increase the workholding area.
• Preconfigured Vacuum Chuck Kits are available for ease of ordering which include one Vacuum Chuck, or Multiple Pallets of two, three or four Modular Vacuum Chucks and accessories.
• Use a Single 8″ x 12″ Vacuum Chuck, or connect multiple Vacuum Chucks to create a custom size and layout vacuum workspace quickly and easily.
• Additional Vacuum Chuck Pallets can be added to these kits to further increase the vacuum workholding area.
• Quickly create different size & layout Vacuum workspaces using the Modular 8″ x 12″ Vacuum Chucks.
• Vacuum holes can be used for vacuum, clamping, or locating the workpiece.

Gasket and Hold Down of Workpieces

• Quickly seal off the vacuum holding area by using 1/8” diameter Gasket Cord or 8” x 12” Gasket Sheet.
• Gasket Sheet can be trimmed to fit underneath specific workpieces.

Prototype Parts Quickly

• The 77 holes on the Vacuum Chuck top are threaded with accurate 1” spacing to allow placing low profile Adjustable Edge Clamps and Workstops anywhere on the Vacuum Pallet.
• This flexible design reduces set up times and eliminates the need for custom fixtures.
• There are 29 vacuum/clamp holes on the pallet top.
• Eliminates the need to create custom fixtures and allows easy prototyping of workpieces.
• Flexible configuration and set up allows you to prototype parts quickly.

Fits in a Standard Milling Vise

• Hold the Modular Vacuum Chuck in a standard milling vise or attach a Vise-Block for vise openings as small as 5”.

Repeatable For High Production

• Allows for quick and repeatable set up.
• Repeatable workpiece position between Pallets for high production. Load one Vacuum Chuck off-line while another is being machined.
• Numbered locations on the face of each Vacuum Chuck allow for repeatable and consistent workpiece placement.
• Quick Vacuum Gasket Cord placement allows easy workpiece size changes.
• Threaded Hole locations are labeled/numbered to allow documenting setups.
• The Vise Stop-Pin locates Pallet in the milling vise.
• Hex Workstops, Adjustable Edgeclamps, Side and End Workstops locate the workpiece consistently.

Drill Through Workpieces

• Replaceable Top Plates and the low slip Vacuum Gasket Sheets allow drilling through and machining around the outside of the workpieces without damage to the Vacuum Chuck.

Vacuum Source

• Only one Vacuum Pump is required when connecting multiple Vacuum Chucks together.
• An Air Venturi Vacuum Pump, or Portable Electric Vacuum Pump can be used to provide the Vacuum.

Hold Parts On A Magnetic Chuck

• Hold parts on a magnetic chuck by attaching the Steel Vise Block. Vise Block allows holding Aluminum, Plastic, and thin workpieces on a magnetic chuck for surface grinders.

Use as a Pallet for Fixturing Without the Vacuum

• Can be used as a Pallet for fixturing without the Vacuum by using low profile Adjustable Edge Clamps and Workstops.
• Low profile Adjustable Edge Clamps and Workstops reduce set up time and eliminate the need for custom fixtures.
• Adjustable Workstops and Edge Clamps can hold a wide range of height and size workpieces.

• Precision Ground Aluminum Modular Vacuum Chuck.
• 8″ x 12″ x 1.45″
• 77 threaded 1/4”- 20 holes.
• Threaded hole locations are labeled/numbered to allow documenting setups.
• 1.0” hole spacing for clamps allows for quick and accurate workpiece placement.
• 29 Vacuum Holes per Vacuum Chuck Pallet. One horizontal row of 11 vacuum holes and 3 vertical rows with an additional 6 vacuum holes each.
• Only one Vacuum Pump is necessary for multiple Vacuum Chucks.
• Connect multiple vacuum chucks with Vacuum Connector, which allows allows use of only one Vacuum Pump.

Use a Hex Workstop and Edge Clamp to Securely Hold Various Size Parts, locate parts consistently.

• Adjustable Workstops and Edge Clamps can hold a wide range of height and size workpieces and can eliminate the need for custom fixtures.
• Tightening the flathead screw moves the Edge Clamp toward the workpiece, holding it securely in place.
• Low profile for maximum clearance.
• Reduce set up time and eliminate the need for custom fixtures.
• Numbered locations allow for repeatable set up.
• Black Oxide steel construction.

Side and End Workstops hold parts in place, reduce side pressure, locate parts consistantly.

• Side and End Workstops locate the workpiece consistently.
• Securely holds parts in place, minimizes workpiece movement if large amount of pressure is applied to the workpiece.

• Replaceable Top Plates and Gasket Sheets can be used to drill through workpieces and protect the surface of the Vacuum Chuck.
• Precision ground Replaceable Aluminum Top Plates are available to cover the surface of the Vacuum Chuck.
• Top Plates allow drilling through or machining around the outside of workpieces without damaging the vacuum chuck.
• Several configurations of Top Plates are available to hold unique size workpieces and protect the surface of the Vacuum Chucks.
• The low slip Vacuum Gasket Sheet allows drill through the workpieces without damage to the Vacuum Chuck and provides vacuum seal.

These Modular Vacuum Chuck Kits do not include a Vacuum Pump.

• Use an Air Venturi Vacuum Generator Pump, Portable Electric Vacuum Pump, or Automatic Air Venturi Vacuum Pump System to provide the Vacuum.
• See all Vacuum Pumps here.
• You can also purchase a Complete 2L Vacuum System that includes Vacuum Chuck(s), accessories, and choice of an Air Venturi Vacuum Generator, Portable Oil-Free Electric Vacuum Pump, or Automatic Air Venturi Vacuum Pump System.
• See all Complete Vacuum Systems here.

Air Venturi Vacuum Generator Pumps

• Use of an Air Venturi Vacuum Pump is the most cost effective Vacuum Pump Option.
• The most popular Air Venturi Vacuum is the 1/4 NPT Vacuum Pump, Part No. 10033.
• Connecting shop air to the Air Venturi Vacuum Pump creates a vacuum.
• The Air Venturi is an excellent option when maching in shorter duration.

Automatic Portable Air Venturi Vacuum Pump

• This Automatic Vacuum Pump can be used with all of the 2L Modular Vacuum Chucks, Large Vacuum Chucks, and many other vacuum workholding systems.
• Creates a vacuum using standard shop air pressure and automatically turns on and off as required to maintain a set point.
• 4.5 SCFM Vacuum Pump, whic uses 5 SCFM of Compressed Air.
• 10.5 Gallon Steel Tank with Wheels, Handle, and a Bottom Drain.
• Maximum vacuum generated is 22″ HG – 26″ HG (10.8 psi – 12.8 psi).
• Only 70-80 psi air pressure is required to obtain the maximum vacuum.
• Automatic On/Off Adjustable Vacuum Switch reduces air usage and allows the Vacuum Pump to be left unattended for periods of time.
• 3/8″ NPT Vacuum Inlet Port.
• Large visible Inlet Filter with washable metal vacuum filter acts as a coolant trap to help keep contaminants from entering the tank.
• 110 VAC / 0.5A power connection.
• Vacuum Gauge with 2” diameter dial, Steel Case and Plastic Lens.
• Integrated air regulator with pressure gauge to adjust air pressure set point.
• Large No-Clog Silencer to produce a quiet 72db noise level.
• Ball valve drain on the tank bottom.
• Lighted On/Off switch allows visual indication that pump is on.

Portable Electric Vacuum Pump

• If you are machining for longer cycles, the Portable Electric Vacuum Pump is an excellent option.
• It is independent Vacuum Pump, and using it will free up your shop air for other operations.
• 10.5 gallon steel tank with a 10 CFM vacuum system.
• 3/8″ NPT connection.
• Maintenance free 3/4 hp oil free/oil-less Vacuum Pump Motor.
• Vacuum Gauge.
• Automatic adjustable Vacuum Switch allows for auto on/off at a set vacuum.
• Large visible inlet filter allows for easy removal of coolant or debris.
  110 VAC / 9.2A power connection.
• Handle and Wheels for easy transport and moving of Vacuum Pump.