INDUSTRY COMPONENT

Tool Mounting Plate/Bracket

Tool mounting plate/bracket for securing cutting tools on machine tool carriages with precision alignment and vibration damping.

Component Specifications

Definition
A structural component designed to mount and secure cutting tools onto a machine tool carriage, typically featuring precision-machined surfaces, mounting holes, and alignment features to ensure accurate tool positioning, stability during operation, and effective vibration damping for optimal machining performance.
Working Principle
Provides a rigid, stable interface between the cutting tool and machine carriage, using mechanical fastening (bolts, clamps) and precision alignment features (dowel pins, reference surfaces) to maintain tool position, absorb cutting forces, and minimize vibration transfer to the machine structure.
Materials
High-strength steel (e.g., AISI 4140, 4340), aluminum alloy (e.g., 6061-T6, 7075-T6), or cast iron, often with surface treatments like nitriding, hard anodizing, or chrome plating for wear resistance.
Technical Parameters
ParameterTypical rangeNotes & selection driver
Weight Capacity5-50 kg
Surface RoughnessRa ≤0.8 μm
Thermal Stability≤0.01 mm/°C
Flatness Tolerance≤0.02 mm
Mounting Hole PatternISO 7388-1 or proprietary

Ranges are indicative industry figures for RFQ preparation, not a supplier commitment. Confirm every value and standard with the legal manufacturer before ordering.

Standards
ISO 7388, DIN 69871, ISO 10791

Parent Products

This component is used in the following industrial products

Engineering Analysis

Risks & Mitigation
  • Misalignment leading to poor machining accuracy
  • Fatigue failure from cyclic loading
  • Vibration-induced tool wear
  • Corrosion in harsh environments
FMEA Triads
Trigger: Improper torque on mounting bolts
Failure: Tool slippage or misalignment during operation
Mitigation: Use calibrated torque wrenches and follow manufacturer specifications; implement regular torque checks.
Trigger: Material fatigue from high-frequency vibrations
Failure: Crack propagation and structural failure
Mitigation: Design with fatigue-resistant materials, add damping features, and conduct periodic non-destructive testing (e.g., ultrasonic).

Industrial Ecosystem

Compatible With

Typical Suppliers & Equivalents

Compliance & Inspection

Tolerance
Geometric tolerances per ISO 2768-mK, positional accuracy within ±0.005 mm
Test Method
Coordinate measuring machine (CMM) verification, vibration analysis per ISO 10816, static load testing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary function of a tool mounting plate/bracket?

To securely attach cutting tools to a machine carriage while maintaining precise alignment, minimizing vibration, and ensuring stability during machining operations.

How do I select the right material for a tool mounting bracket?

Choose based on application: steel for high rigidity and load capacity, aluminum for lightweight needs, or cast iron for superior vibration damping; consider surface treatments for wear resistance.

Data Basis

Editorial classification, named public sources where available, and source-reviewed manufacturer records. See the editorial policy.

Preliminary Technical Classification
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