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Finding the Right Tombstone is Easy with Hennig
Read our handy guide on how to select the right tombstone from their wide range of products.
5th Axis 4-Sided Tombstones
Quality is built on a precision foundation
The four-sided tombstones from 5th Axis provide quick tooling changeover capability with on horizontal machining centers (HMCs). Square and rectangular options offer four mounting options to maximize part capacity with each operation. With both 52 mm and 96 mm patterns on each face, workholding is swapped easily for quick changeover in production runs.
| Key Features | |
| Increase Production | Four vertical faces support multiple workpieces or workholding setups in a single setup |
| Efficiency | RockLock design allows for quick setups and changeover |
| Material Variety | Available in cast iron, steel, and aluminum for different stability requirements |
5th Axis 4-Sided Tombstones
Technical Specifications
| Product ID | 3D CAD | Mounting Pattern | Material | Length (mm) | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Size Base Mm | Pull Studs | Grid Spacing | Positions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RL96A-4004U | 96 mm | Aluminum | 230 | 230 | 600 | 400 | - | 80 mm | 12 total, 3 per side | ||
| RL96A-5004U | 96 mm | Aluminum | 230 | 230 | 600 | 500 | - | 80 mm | 12 total, 3 per side | ||
| RL96S-4004 | 96 mm | Aluminum | 230 | 230 | 600 | 400 | - | 80 mm/100 mm | 12 total, 3 per side | ||
| RL52S-4004 | 52 mm | Aluminum | 230 | 230 | 600 | 400 | - | 80 mm/100 mm | 12 total, 3 per side | ||
| MT-4004A | Machinable | Aluminum | 230 | 230 | 600 | 400 | - | Machinable | - | ||
| MT-5004A | Machinable | Aluminum | 230 | 230 | 600 | 500 | - | Machinable | - | ||
| R96-V75100T4 | 96 mm | Aluminum | 125.7 | 125.7 | 266.7 | PS20F | Compatible with V75100X Vises | ||||
| R96-V75XT4 | 96 mm | Aluminum | 125.7 | 125.7 | 200 | PS20F | Compatible with V75100X, V75150X, and DV75150X Vises | ||||
| R96-D115T41 | 96 mm | Aluminum | 125 | 125 | 106.7 | PS20F | Compatible with D115 Dovetail Fixtures |
Your Selection
Each model below is routed to the best next step based on availability.
Setup Time Calculator
How Much Is Setup Time Costing You?
Every changeover means idle spindle time. Multi-part fixturing slashes setup frequency — so your machines spend more hours cutting and less time waiting.
Your Machines
$
The Setup Problem
min
%
Annual Cost of Fixture Changeovers
1,500 hrs
Spindle Hours Lost to Setup / Year
$263K
Annual Lost Production Value
$131K
Recoverable with Workholding
Based on 250 working days/yr. Multi-part fixturing reduces changeover frequency so your spindle spends more time cutting.
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