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Dovetail Fixtures for 5-Axis CNC Workholding
5th Axis Dovetail Fixtures
Quality is built on a precision foundation
The dovetail fixtures from 5th Axis securely hold raw material by a 45º angled dovetail, allowing for 5-axis access around the part. Dovetail clamping provides unparalleled rigidity in a compact form factor—only a small amount of material is needed for a vise-like grip, leaving most of the part accessible to the cutter.
| Key Features | |
| Dovetail Access | Engineered for 4- and 5-axis machining, minimal clamping contact with maximum stability |
| Equal Force | Equal inward and downward force with dovetail design |
| Minimize Waste | Reduces material waste, leaving only a small dovetail flange behind |
5th Axis Dovetail Fixtures
Technical Specifications
| Product ID | 3D CAD | Measurement | Dovetail Depth | Vise Length | Depth | Height | Material | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D05125 | Inch | 0.100 in | 1.23 in | 0.80 in | 0.7500 ± 0.0005 in | 4100 Series Steel | ||
| D115 | Inch | 0.100 in | 1.48 in | 1.45 in | 1.0500 ± 0.0005 in | 4100 Series Steel | ||
| D115P | Inch | 0.205 in | 1.47 in | 1.55 in | 1.0500 ± 0.0005 in | 4100 Series Steel | ||
| D22 | Inch | 0.200 in | 1.95 in | 1.95 in | 1.5000 ± 0.0005 in | 4100 Series Steel | ||
| D362 | Inch | 0.200 in | 1.95 in | 1.95 in | 1.5000 ± 0.0005 in | 4100 Series Steel | ||
| DM12 | Metric | 2.54 mm | 32 mm | 21 mm | 19 ± 0.01 mm | 4100 Series Steel | ||
| DM25 | Metric | 2.54 mm | 37 mm | 41 mm | 27 ± 0.01 mm | 4100 Series Steel | ||
| DM50 | Metric | 5.08 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 38 ± 0.01 mm | 4100 Series Steel |
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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