MATRIX® 3D Clamping Technology
MATRIX® 3D Clamping Technology – Precise and Fast Clamping of Freeform Parts in Metrology
In modern metrology, the inspection of frequently changing and complex freeform parts presents a central challenge. The part-specific fixtures required for this are often associated with high costs. Since 1997, MATRIX® has addressed this issue with its flexible 3D clamping systems, which aim to replace specific fixtures and fundamentally revolutionize your measurement process.
The Blue-Clamp system was specifically developed for the demands of metrology and for applications with low forces, such as laser marking or light assembly. With a wide selection of pin sizes starting from a diameter of just one millimeter, a perfect grip on every workpiece is ensured. The distortion-free clamping enabled by MATRIX clamping technology allows for precise measurement results. Additionally, measurement fixtures can be directly assembled on the measurement table from pre-configured suitcase sets.
Economic Benefit Illustrated by a Specific Customer Application:
- Cost for a specific fixture:
approximately EUR 4,000 - Cost for 10 fixtures:
approximately EUR 40,000 - Cost for the MATRIX clamping system (X-Support SXS):
approximately EUR 8,000
Conclusion
By using a MATRIX clamping system, all 10 fixtures can be replaced with a single, flexible solution. The costs of the MATRIX system pay off after the production of the third specific fixture.
With the flexible fixtures from MATRIX®, even complex geometries can be quickly and securely clamped. The use of adaptive clamping tools not only significantly reduces setup times but also saves the high costs that would arise from the production of part-specific clamping fixtures. Our expert team is happy to assist you in selecting the right system for your needs.
