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Special hydraulic chuck for long shafts, center-supported parts and alignment-sensitive workholding.

Ball-Joint / Ball-Lock Hydraulic Chuck

KORRETTO ball-joint / ball-lock hydraulic chuck is used for workpieces that require more than ordinary radial jaw clamping. It is suitable for long shafts, center-supported workpieces and special clamping setups where support, alignment and workpiece stability must be considered together. The product should be selected according to workpiece length, support method, clamping force, spindle interface and machining process.

Ball-Joint / Ball-Lock Hydraulic Chuck

Product Overview

The ball-joint / ball-lock hydraulic chuck is a special hydraulic chuck for workpieces that need additional support or alignment consideration during clamping. It is not a general-purpose ball-lock component; it is a chuck structure used for specific CNC lathe workholding applications.

This page only covers the ball-joint / ball-lock hydraulic chuck. It does not replace standard hydraulic chucks or ordinary jaw chuck selection.

Key Features

FeatureDescription
Special support structureUsed where support and alignment are important to the clamping process.
Suitable for long workpiecesHelps address workholding problems on long shafts or center-supported parts.
Hydraulic chuck actuationWorks as a special hydraulic chuck within a CNC lathe setup.
Application-specific selectionMust be selected from the actual workpiece drawing and support method.
Not a general lock componentThe product is a hydraulic chuck structure, not a separate locking hardware item.

Typical Applications

  • Long shaft workpieces
  • Center-supported parts
  • Alignment-sensitive CNC lathe workholding
  • Special hydraulic chuck applications
  • Workpieces requiring additional support during clamping

Technical Data and Dimensions

Use the drawing and parameter tables to check installation dimensions, spindle nose, allowable drawbar force, maximum clamping force, maximum speed, weight and matching machine conditions.

Ball-Joint / Ball-Lock Hydraulic Chuck technical drawing

Use this drawing to confirm installation dimensions and technical parameters.

Ball-Joint / Ball-Lock Hydraulic Chuck — Main Installation Dimensions
Model D D1 D2 D3 d1 d2 H1 H h1 P Q max Q min R max R min B B max B min z-d
160 160 82.563 104.8 30.16 16.3 M16 85.3 104.6 6.5 24 73.15 22.2 20.3 30.8 28.5 42.7 31.5 3-M10
200 200 106.375 133.4 31.75 19.5 M16 110 133 6.5 34 88.95 25.35 25.15 35 28.5 45.7 31.5 3-M12
250 254 139.719 171.4 41.27 24.2 M20 119 148 8 44 112.7 30.3 35.7 45.5 35 57.5 38.5 3-M16
315 315 196.869 235 41.27 29.4 M20 119 148 10 44 133.2 50.8 50.5 59 35 57.5 38.5 3-M20
Ball-Joint / Ball-Lock Hydraulic Chuck — Stroke and Performance Parameters
Model Wedge Stroke (mm) Jaw Stroke (Diameter, mm) Allowable Push/Pull Force kN (kgf) Max. Clamping Force kN (kgf) Max. Speed (r/min) Clamping Range (mm) Matching Cylinder Weight (kg)
160 11.2 7.9 27 81 4000 12.7-120 100 18
200 14.2 9.5 36 108 3500 16-152 125 27
250 19 12.7 45 135 3000 50-203 125 45
250 19 12.7 45 162 2500 63-240 160 67.5

Selection Notes

  1. Confirm workpiece length, support method and clamping position.
  2. Check whether the part requires center support or special alignment control.
  3. Review spindle nose, drawbar force, jaw stroke and maximum speed.
  4. Check the machining process and cutting load.
  5. Do not select this chuck only by name; the workpiece drawing and support method must be reviewed.

FAQ

What is a ball-joint / ball-lock hydraulic chuck used for?

It is used for special hydraulic clamping applications, including long shafts, center-supported workpieces and parts that require support and alignment consideration.

Is this a general ball-lock component?

No. On this page, ball-joint / ball-lock refers to the hydraulic chuck structure used for specific workholding applications.

When should I choose this chuck?

Choose it when a standard hydraulic chuck cannot provide the required support, alignment or stability for the workpiece.

What should be checked before selection?

Check workpiece length, support method, spindle nose, drawbar force, clamping force, maximum speed, cutting load and machine conditions.

Can this replace a standard hydraulic chuck?

Not as a direct replacement. It is a special hydraulic chuck selected for specific workholding problems.

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