Diaphragm Chuck Super High Precision

Diaphragm chuck is a sealed chuck used for super high precision work. It provides almost absolute repeatability. The chucks are mainly used in finishing applications, whether it is turning, grinding or milling.

Main Features:

Repeatability – diaphragm chuck's repeatability is within 0.0005MM or 0.00002". It is guaranteed.

Stable Clamping – The work piece clamping is stable even over 8000rpm. Thanks to unique design, the jaws are not affected by the centrifugal force. Sub-micron accuracy and super fine finish are assured under high speed machining.

Flexible clamping power – In case of both, internal and external chucking, and the air pressure can be adjusted with great flexibility to the value which suits an application by an air regulator. This feature provides the mechanist the possibility to machine parts with “thin walls” without damaging or deforming the part dimensions.

Maintenance Free – The high precision diaphragm air chuck does not require lubrication. It is a sealed chuck. A unique design prevents penetration of cutting chips, swarf into chuck body. Thus, this DC is ideal for any CNC turning, vertical machining and precise grinding operation.

High Durability and Stability – Jaw and front cover are made of special materials which have been heat treated specifically to maintain rigidity and accuracy over the long term.

Flexible Application – This diaphragm chuck can accommodate both internal and external chucking. Back stops can be designed inside of the work piece, and outside as well by utilizing the external flange.

High Speed Turning Ability – The standard model can be rotated up to 8,000 rpm. A special faster model is available. It includes internal weights for counter balance system that allows spinning the chuck at more than 11,000rpm.

The high precision diaphragm air chuck size ranges from 80MM to 200MM or 3" through 8". Customer may have specific through hole size Diaphragm Chuck upon request (see on the bottom). Diaphragm tandem chuck is available in 100MM and 150MM or 4" through 6".

Mechanical parameters in MM

Mechanical parameters in MM

High Precision Diaphragm Chuck Jaws

PML-PAL produces top jaws. In addition, we also custom make or modify them per customer specifications. The jaws can be hardened and ground. Top jaws shape, the dimensions, and the material can be determined by the customer. Below are photos of top jaws, custom made or modified jaws, and inserts.

Blank top jaws	Customized top jaws	Inserts

DC6-TH40 model -  diaphragm chucksuper high precision Ø150MM or 6"
with a Ø40MM through hole and top jaws.

DC5-TH20 model - diaphragm chucksuper high precision Ø127MM or 5" 
with a Ø20MM through hole without top jaws.

DC5 model - diaphragm chuck super high precision Ø127MM or 5"
with blank top jaws

DC80-8B model - diaphragm chuck super high precision Ø80MM or 3"
with customized top jaws

DC4-8-Q model -  Quick Change (QC) diaphragm chuck Ø101MM or 4",  PCD 40MM