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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.
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5th-Axis Multi-Position Bases for CNC Workholding
5th Axis Multi-Position Bases
Quality is built on a precision foundation
Multi-position bases are engineered to maximize efficiency on small-to-medium machining centers, and are equipped with RockLock's quick-change mounting design. With multiple mounting positions, you can secure more than one vise within a single setup to increase workpiece capacity per cycle.
| Key Features | |
| Multi-Mount | One base plate with multiple RockLock receiver positions allowing for various fixtures to be mounted to the same plate simultaneously |
| Increase Capacity | Boost part density on smaller 3-axis mills |
| Standard T-Slot Support | T-slot spacing for direct bolt-on to common machine tables |
5th Axis Multi-Position Bases
Technical Specifications
| Product ID | 3D CAD | Mounting Pattern (mm) | Material | Length (mm) | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Mounting | Weight (lbs) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RL96A-3613S1 | 96 mm | Aluminum | 156 | 338 | 30 | 2X M12 on 250mm / 2X M12 on 96mm | 11 | ||
| RL96A-3613S2 | 96 mm | Aluminum | 156 | 338 | 30 | 4x M12 in a row on 80mm BCD | 11 | ||
| RL96A-3613S3 | 96 mm | Aluminum | 156 | 338 | 30 | 4x M12 in a row on 100mm BCD | 11 | ||
| RL96A-3613S0 | 96 mm | Aluminum | 156 | 338 | 30 | Custom | 11 |
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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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