Clamping System Hirschmann
– Components and spare parts
We supply high-quality components and spare parts for clamping systems in electrical discharge machining (EDM). Our product range includes tool clamps, pallets, clamping pins, adapters, and other accessories for Hirschmann clamping system in the 4000 series. All components are designed for maximum precision, repeatability, and process reliability, ensuring the smooth operation of your EDM machines. With our experience, we can help you reliably maintain, expand, or optimize your existing clamping systems.
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SPANNSYSTEM 4000
| Designation | Description |
|---|---|
| Basic Set 4000 | The Basic Set is the economy-priced version of the Basic Set 4000 plus. Expanding the set is possible at any time. Contents: 2 Basic B-beams B 40.. series, with fastening screws 2 Cross Q-beams Q 42.. series 3 Support Plates H 4366 1 M-Clamper H 4300 1 Clamping Jaw Set H 2850 |
| Basic Set 4000 plus | The HIRSCHMANN Basic Set plus is the ideal equipment for Wire EDM machine. Expanding the set is possible at any time. Contents: 2 Basic B-beams with fastening screws 2 Cross Q-beams Q 42..2 Adjustable End Stops H 4320 3 Support Plates H 4366 1 M-Clamper H 4300 1 Beam Vise Kit consisting of: 1 End stop H 4312 and 1 Clamper H 4312.1 |
| B 40.. Basic Beam | Hardened basic beams, fastened to the machine’s base with screws, are used to guide and position the cross Q-beams. The Adjustable End Stop H 4320 positioned in steps of 25 mm (0.980) to serve as a reference stop for the Q-beams, the Clamper H 4300 and Adapter H 4380. The beams are available in steps of 50 mm (1.97”). Length and hole pattern of the fastening screws are matched to the machine model in question. |
| H 4320 Adjustable End Stop | The Adjustable End Stop is used on basic beams for repetitive positioning of cross beams. Positioning and repetitive accuracy <0.002 mm (0.00008″).. |
| Q 42.. Cross Beam | The movable cross Q-beam can be inserted between the basic beam from the top or from the side and can be clamped in any position. Workpieces mounted directly on the Q-beams, can be adjusted by means of two adjustment screws. Larger workpieces weighing up to 150 kg (330.75 lbs) can be clamped with the assistance of the Support Plates H 4366. To avoid collision of the lower wire guide with the supporting plate, the cross Q-beam can be mounted 6 mm (0.24″) higher by inserting the “Z” height spacers. Cross beams having a length of more than 600 mm (240) are delivered with a larger cross-section (36 x 85 mm) (1.41″ x 3.34″) instead of 30 x 60 mm (1.18″ x 2.36″), to avoid sagging of the beam because of the large length. |
| QD 42.. Cross Beam | This cross QD-beam can be equipped on both sides with clamping elements and is often used as third beam between standard cross beams. |
| Q 42 KLI Insulating clamping element | For insulating the Cross beams from the Basic beam.If used, the current connection wire must be directly supplied to the workpiece. |
| H 4366 Support Plate | Support plates are attached to the cross beams and used for clamping or supporting larger workpieces between two cross Q-beams. The support surface is variable between 4 mm (0.16″) and 25 mm (0.98″). Workpieces are clamped by clamping jaws of the Clamping Jaw Set H 2850. Maximum load 50 kg (110.23 lbs). |
| H 4255 Insulating set (3 pcs) | Each consisting of two ceramic insulating plates, that can be put between a workpiece and the cross Q-beam and support plate H 4366, and one insulated clamping jaw. Current must be directly supplied to the workpiece. |
| H 4315 Supporting holder (3 pcs) | Supporting holders can be mounted to the cross Q-beams to hold especially thin round and rectangular workpieces. Work pieces are adjusted with the levelling adjusting device of cross beams. Maximum load 3 0 kg (66.15 lbs). |
| H 4315.1 Supporting holder (2 pcs) | Similar to H 4315 but with straight surface, fits for rectangular workpieces up to 10 mm (0.39″) thickness. Changeable lateral stop included. Maximum load 3 0 kg (66.15 lbs.) |
| H 4265 Countersupport | For supporting workpieces ranging free into cutting area. Countersupport is adjusted directly on machine table. Level of workpieces is adjustable by 6 mm (0.24″) spacers. Workpiece can be adjusted with three setscrews located in the workpiece support. |
| H 2850 Clamping Jaw Set | The clamping Jaw Set consists of clamping jaws, support, bolts M6 length 20–40 mm (0.787″–1.575″), setscrews M6 and also open-end M6 and internal-hexagon wrenches. Delivered in plastic box. |
| H 2851 Clamping Jaw Set | Similar to H 2850 but M8. |
| Beam Vise Kit consisting of: H 4312 Solid Jaw, H 4312.1 Clamper | For collision-free clamping of parallel workpieces direcly on the cross beam. Larger cylindrical workpieces are clamped against the second cross beam using the bevelled faces (secured by the Adjustable End Stop H 4320). The presetting of the workpiece should be done on a granite surface plate. Max. workpiece weight of parallel workpieces with a max. depth of 130 mm (5.12″) 30 kg (66.15 lbs) Max. workpiece weight with support plate at opposite cross beam 100 kg (220.46 lbs) Max. workpiece weight of cylindrical parts against second cross beam, with 2 end stops 3 0 kg (66.15 lbs) |
| H 4331L Clamping Beam | Clamping beam with long threaded rods |
| H 4332 Set of Vee Blocks (2 pcs) | For clamping cylindrical workpieces with the Clamping Beam H 4331. Preliminary setting of the workpiece should be done on the granite surface plate. |
| PALLETS WITH UNIVERSAL HOLDERS | The Pallet System can be used in combination with a Basic Set or as a palletized solution for single or multiple parts of small or medium-size. First, the universal holder of choice is fastened securely to a pallet. The pallet with the holder is then mounted and secured (via manual turning a single screw or by pneumatics) to a clamper which is permanently mounted to a pre-setting station. The workpieces are clamped in universal holders and are precisely adjustable via a 3D-pallet. The pallet, holder and workpiece can be transported via hand or with robotic devices to a clamper on the machine tool table. |
| CHARACTERISTICS | ■ Workpiece weight up to 30 kg (66.15 lbs) ■ ≤ 0.002 mm (0.00008) repetitive accuracy ■ Rust-proof ■ Crash-free clamping of workpieces ■ Secure and precise set-ups on external presetting station ■ Manual and automatic pallet change ■ Useable on all EDMs |
| 3-D PALLET CHARACTERISTICS | ■ For holder and workpieces weights up to 30 kg (66.15 lbs) ■ Wide range of adjustment (0.5 mm/0.0197″ on a length of 80 mm/3.152″) ■ Quick and secure adjustment in X-, Y- and Z-direction ■ Vibration free even under high flushing pressure ■ Z-surfaces for Z = zero position are insulated against dust ■ Quick and easy zero positioning ■ Low profil construction allows optimal clearance with upper wire guide ■ Cross-hair prism centering not effected by heat ■ Rear surface ground parallel to prism for adjusting 3rd axis |
| H 4300 B-Beam Clamper (manual) | Manual clamper for the precise clamping of the M-Pallets H4005, H4105 and 3D-Pallets, through X & Y centering prisms and separate Z-supports. Central clamping with bolt M8. The manual clamper is provided with a securing latch for collision-free positioning of the pallets with aligned workpieces. This clamper or also several clampers are screwed with three screws on the B-beam, at any position in steps of 25 mm (~1″). Permissible workpiece weight, incl. workpiece holder 3 5 kg (77.17 lbs) Positioning and repetitive accuracy < 0.002 mm (0.00008″) |
| H 4000 M-Clamper (manual) | Manual clamper with the same features as the H4300, but mounts to the machine table. Front surface is ground for axis alignment. The securing latch is equipped with two positioning pins which make the manual positioning of the pallets easier. Permissible workpiece weight incl. workpiece holder 3 5 kg (77.17 lbs) Positioning and repetitive accuracy <0.002 mm (0.00008″) |
| H 4100 P-Clamper (pneumatic) | Pneumatic clamper with central power clamping for the automatic or manual positioning of the H4105 Pallets and H 4110 P 3D-Pallets. The pneumatic clamper is provided with a securing latch for collision-free positioning of the pallets with aligned workpieces during manual operation. This clamper is also used for automatic workpiece change with EROBOT Workpiece Changer or other robotic devices. Permissible workpiece weight incl. workpiece holder 3 5 kg (77.17 lbs) Positioning/repetitive accuracy < 0.002 mm (0.00008″) Compressed air min. 6 bars |
| H 4100A Covering for P-Spanner | Covers the P-clamper against dirt during operation inside EDM. |
| H 4101 Pneumatic Control Unit | Manual control unit (valve) to activate functions (opening, clamping, cleaning) of Pneumatic clamper H4100. |
| H 4005 M-Pallett | For automatic and manual changing of workpieces. Fits to P-Clamper but also to B-Beam Clamper and M-Clamper. Two axis levelling is standard. ounting of holders similar to H4005. Max. workpiece weight, workpiece holder included 3 0 kg (66.15 lbs) Pallet weight 1.5 kg (3.30 lbs) |
| H 4105 P-Pallett | For manual changing of workpieces. Fits only to B-Beam Clamper H4300 and M-Clamper H 4000. Two axis levelling is standard. All workpiece holders of System 4000 can be mounted to the pallet. Max. workpiece weight, workpiece holder included 3 0 kg (66.15 lbs) |
| H 4110 M 3D-Pallet (for M-Clamper) H 4110 P 3D-Pallet (for P-Clamper) | For manual and automatic changing of workpieces. Fits to P-Clamper and also to “B”-Beam and M-Clamper. Three axis levelling is standard, quick and easy workpiece alignment in X, Y and Z direction. Most efficient when used on Presetting Work Station H4900 or Presetting Cube H4905 (see page 29) Max. workpiece weight, workpiece holder included 3 0 kg (66.15 lbs) Pallet weight 2.2 kg (4.8 lbs) |
| H 4260 Pallet Extension Unit | The workpiece holder can be extended by 45 mm (1,76″). Recommended for use of vise H4620.2. |
| H 4620.2 “Mighty” Mini Vise | Small “Toolmakers” vise for workpieces up to 100 x 60 x 12 mm (3.94 x 2.36 x 0.47″). End stop is positioned for securing various workpiece sizes. No reference bore. Clamping range 0–100 mm (0–3.94″) Maximum workpiece weight with max, depth of 60 mm (2.362″) 3 kg (6.6 lbs) Weight of the vise 1.9 kg (4.2 lbs) |
| H 4620.3 “Mighty” Thin Vise | The sturdy “Toolmakers” vise provides collision-free horizontal clamping of square or rectangular parallel workpieces. Clamping jaw and end stop can be positioned anywhere along the scale. End stop can be turned around to clamp cylindrical parts in the horizontal Vee blocks. Reference bore in the end stop helps to indicate position of the workpiece. The distance from the center of the bore to the contact surface is engraved on the vise. Clamping range 0-160 mm (0″–6.299″) Max. workpiece weight 5 kg (11.0 lbs) Weight of the Vise 2.5 kg (5.50 lbs) |
| H 4620 “Mighty” Vise | Same design as for H 4620.3, but for larger workpieces with more weight. Clamping range 0-160 mm (0″–6.299″) Max. workpiece weight 15 kg (33 lbs) Weight of the vise 3 kg (6.60 lbs) |
| H 4620.1 “Mighty” Vise | Same design as for H 4620, but for workpieces with more weight. Clamping range 0-160 mm (0″–6.299″) Max. workpiece weight 3 0 kg (66.15 lbs) Weight of the vise 4,5 kg (9.90 lbs) |
| H 4620.DI Spacer (2 pcs) | Allows clamping of two or three workpieces into Vice H 4620. |
| H 4620.1DI | Spacer for vice H 4620.1 |
| H 4620.3DI | Spacer for vice H 4620.3 |
| H 4630 Prism Holder (4 pcs.) | For clamping cylindrical or rectangular workpieces up to Øw 30 mm (1.182″). The holder can be mounted in horizontal or vertical position on all pallets and via these it can be fixed on all clampers. It can also be mounted directly on the cross beam. Weight 2 kg (4.41 lbs) |
| H 4631 Prism Vise (Crawdad Claw) | Same design as for H 4630, but for a larger clamping range and for a larger workpiece weight. Clamping range Ø 15–160 mm (0.59–6.299″) Maximum workpiece weight 15 kg (33 lbs) Weight of the prism vise 3 kg (6.61 lbs) |
| H 4635 Prism Holder | For clamping cylindrical workpieces from Ø 15 to 50 mm (0.59 to 1.97″). Weight 2 kg (4.41 lbs) |
| H 4636 Prism Holder | Similar to H 4635 but with clamping range Ø 40 to 110 mm (1.576 to 5.91″ |
| H 4640 Prism Holder (4 pcs.) | For clamping cylindrical or rectangular workpieces up to Øw 30 mm (1.182″). The holder can be mounted in horizontal or vertical position on all pallets and via these it can be fixed on all clampers. It can also be mounted directly on the cross beam. Weight 2 kg (4.41 lbs) |
| H 4536 Vertical Vise | For mounting flat workpieces, up to 25 mm (0.985) in height. With end stops on the side. To avoid collision with the lower wire nozzle, the height of the workpiece support can be adjusted by using the distance plate (6 mm/0.236″). Clamping range 0–25 mm (0.985″) Max. workpiece weight 7 kg (15.44 lbs) Weight of the chuck jaw 1.4 kg (3.0 lbs) |
| H 4537 Clamping Insert | Via clamping insert H 4537.E clamping height of vertical vise H 4537 can be increased to 60 mm (2.364″). Delivered as set with 2 inserts.) |
| H 4537.E Clamping Insert | Via clamping insert H 4537.E clamping height of vertical vise H 4537 can be increased to 60 mm (2.364″). Delivered as set with 2 inserts. |
| H 4538 Vertical Vise | For mounting workpieces, up to 115 mm (4.53″) in height. With end stops on the side. Workpiece support can be adjusted to overhang 9 mm (0.355″), 15,5 mm (0.61″) or 22 mm (0.867″). To avoid collision with the lower wire nozzle, the height of the workpiece support can be adjusted by using the distance plate (6 mm/0.236″). Clamping range 20–115 mm (0.79–4.53″) Max. workpiece weight 3 0 kg (66.15 lbs) Weight of the chuck jaw 4.7 kg (10.36 lbs) |
| H 4538.E Clamping Insert | Via clamping insert H 4538.E clamping height of vertical vise H 4538 can be increased to 160 mm (6.3″). Delivered as set with 2 inserts. |
| H 4230 Small Uni-Holder | This universal workpiece holder can be used for clamping and positioning round, square or rectangular workpieces in the cutting area of the machine. It is customary to clamp the workpieces outside the machine, on the Presetting Work Station H 4900 or on the Presetting Cube H 4905, and to align them there. To avoid collision with the lower wire nozzle, the workpiece support can be adjusted by using the distance plate (6 mm/0.24″ dia.). Like all workpiece holders, the uniholder can be used for automatic machine loading with the Pallets H 4105. Max. permissible workpiece weight 3 kg (6.61 lbs) Weight of the uniholder depends on parts used 1–1.3 kg (2.20–2.86 lbs) |
| H 4231 Large Uni-Holder | Same design as for H 4230, but for larger workpieces. To avoid collision with the lower wire nozzle, the workpiece support can be adjusted by using the distance plate (6 mm/0.24″ dia.). Max. permissible workpiece weight 12 kg (26.5 lbs) Weight of the uniholder depends on parts used 2.1–3.5 kg (4.62–7.71 lbs) |
| H 4232 Mini-Holder | Universal holder for small workpieces. Similar design as for the uniholders. An additional small support holder with Aluminium Support Plates H 4232.1 is used for small workpieces up to 35 x 35 mm (1.38″ x 1.38″) to be bonded to and for their peripheral machining. The Single-package System H 50 K is to be used for bonding. To avoid collision with the lower wire nozzle, the workpiece support can be adjusted by using the distance plate (6 mm/0.24″). Weight of the Mini-Holder depends on parts used approx. 1 kg (2.20 lbs) Delivery includes 5 Aluminium Support Plates H 4232.1. |
| H 4232.1 Aluminium Support Plates (5 pcs.) | Additional aluminium support plates for the support holder of the Mini-Holder H 4232. |
| H 4225 Clamping Angle | Universal holder for collision-free clamping of rectangular and cylindrical workpieces with a weight up to 30 kg. To avoid collision with the lower wire nozzle, the workpiece support can be adjusted by using the distance plate (6 mm/0.24″). Max. workpiece size 220×180 mm/Ø 200 mm (8.7×7.1″/ Ø 7.9″) Weight approx. 3 kg (6.60 lbs) |
| H 4270 Magnet Holder | Universal Magnetholder for kollision-free clamping of rectangular workpieces. Holding force 50 N/cm2 Weight approx. 5 kg |
| H 4233 Basic Holder | This Basic Holder is the small version of the cross beam. It is placed with a pallet directly on the Clamper. For example, Beam Vise Kit can be mounted to front surface. The presetting of the workpiece should be done on a granite surface plate or on the presetting work station. Max. workpiece weight of parallel workpieces with a maximum depth of 130 mm (5.12″) 3 0 kg (66.15 lbs) Weight of the Basic Holder 6 kg (13.23 lbs) |
| Beam Vise Kit consisting of: H 4312 Solid Jaw, H 4312.1 Clamper | For collision-free clamping of parallel workpieces directly on the cross beam. Larger cylindrical workpieces are clamped against the second cross beam using the bevelled faces (secured by the Adjustable End Stop H 4320). The presetting of the workpiece should be done on a granite surface plate. Max. workpiece weight of parallel workpieces with a max. depth of 130 mm (5.12″) 30 kg (66.15 lbs) Max. workpiece weight with support plate at opposite cross beam 100 kg (220.46 lbs) Max. workpiece weight of cylindrical parts against second cross beam, with 2 end stops 30 kg (66.15 lbs) |
| H 4331 Clamping Beam | For collision-free clamping of rectangular workpieces and, supplemented by the set of Vee blocks, also for collision-free clamping of cylindrical workpieces, directly on the cross beam/basic holder. If a Uniholder H 4231 is provided, the clamping beam is not required, as these parts are already contained in the uniholder. Max. permissible workpiece weight 8 kg (17.64 lbs) |
| H 4331L Clamping Beam | Clamping beam with long threaded rods |
| H 4332 Set of Vee Blocks (2 pcs.) | For clamping cylindrical workpieces with the Clamping Beam H 4331. Preliminary setting of the workpiece should be done on the granite surface plate. |
| H 4202 Pallett Clamper | For clamping pallets and electrode holders of the Fixturing System 5000 for Sinking EDMs. Can be mounted on the face side of a M- or P-Pallet, vertically or horizontally to a Swivelling Unit H4420, to the Vertical Unit H4410 and to the Adapter H4421. The position of Vee block center to the exterior surfaces is engraved on the face but can also be found with the Reference Pallet H4203. Weight. 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs) |
| H 4410 Vertical Unit | Vertical unit with variable height adjustment is used with Pallets H4005, H4105 or H4110 M/P. A Swivelling Unit H4420, a Pallet Clamper H 4202 (vertically and horizontally) or an Adapter H 2495 can be mounted to the front surface. Adjustment range: 6 5 mm (2.56″) Weight: 1.7 kg (3.7 lbs) |
| H 4416 Sine Bar | For precise setting of the Swivelling Unit H4420. |
| H 4420 Swivelling/Indexing Unit | Mountable directly to the Vertical Unit H4410, the Adapter H4421 or to the Pallet H4005, H 4105 and H4110. A Pallet Clamper H4202 or an Adapter H2495 can be mounted to the front surface. Indexing range: ± 90° in 5° steps Indexing accuracy: ≤ 10’ Continuously swivelling range 360° (Can be set and locked via the vernier scale. For precise setting use Sine Bar H 4416) Weight: 2 kg (4.4 lbs) |
| H 4421 Mounting Angle | The H4421 is the link between the machine table and a Swivelling/Indexing Unit H4420, a Pallet Clamper H 4202 or an Adapter H2495. Weight: 1,3 kg |
| H 2495 Adapter | The adapter is the link between the Vertical Unit H4410, the Swivelling Unit H4420 or the Mounting Angle H4421 and all holders of the Fixturing System 4000. |
| H 4203 Reference Pallet | For determining the central position of the Pallet Clamper H4202 and of A-Axes with manual or pneumatic clamper. |
| H 5.50R Pallett | Rust-proof pallet 50 x 50 mm (1.97 x 1.97″) without Clamping Journal, for mounting electrodes and workpieces. |
| H 8.88R Pallett | Rust-proof pallet 88 x 88 mm (3.46 x 3.46″) without Clamping Journal, for mounting electrodes and workpieces. |
| H 5.611R- Clamping Journal (stainless) H 5.611.1R Centering Bush (stainless) | For clamping of pallets and holders in the H 4202 Pallet Clamper and in the H 8.. series clamper of the Fixturing System 5000. |
| H 6.611R- Clamping Journal (stainless) | For clamping the pallets and holders in the H 6.. series clamper of the Fixturing System 5000 |
| H 4206 Shaft Clamping Chuck | For mounting and precise indexing and clamping of the electrode shafts of Fixturing System 5000. The chuck fits, like all other pallets and electrode holders of System 5000, to Pallet Clamper H 4202. Weight: 2 kg (4.4 lbs) |
| H 4246 MINIFIX-Holder | For direct mounting of MINIFIX- and MINIFIXplus electrodes of System 5000 on a Wire EDM. The holder fits on Pallets H 4005, H 4105 and H 4110M/P, but can also be attached to the Vertical Unit H 4410 and the Swivelling Unit H 4420. Weight: 1 kg, (2.2 lbs) |
| H 4900 Presetting Work Station | The presetting work station is delivered complete in a sturdy stainless steel trolley and a granite surface plate 500 x 500 mm (19.7″ x 19.7″) of accuracy class 00. A Clamper H 4000 is mounted on the granite plate on a riser. A small reference column (same height is the riser) used to support the workpieces while presetting them is also included. The opposite guide beam, aligned parallel to the clamper, serves as a reference wall for the surface gauge. Dimensions (WxDxH) approx. 680 x 580 x 1100 mm (26.972″ x 22.852″ x 43.34″). |
| H 4900.1 Presetting Work Station | Similar to H 4900, but without the guide beam. 3rd axis is adjusted by positioning the pallet to the rear. |
| H 4901.1 Presetting Work Station | Similar to H 4901, but without the guide beam. 3rd axis is adjusted by positioning the pallet to the rear. |
| H 4905 Presetting Cube | Granite presetting cube is used on a larger granite plate together with the reference column. Includes the H 4000 clamper and the reference column. It can be placed on two sides ground to the H 4000, and is suitable for presetting small workpieces. Dimensions (WxDxH) approx. 150 x 150 x 200 mm (5.91″ x 5.91″ x 7.88″) |