Low profile clamp for 4” Vertex RT

[chucketn]

I want to make a couple of low profile clamps for my RT, as shown in the attached photo, to clamp my RT on my X2 mill, in the horizontal postion. I have 6061 aluminum, or I could make a pattern and cast it out of wheelium. I plan to put 3 bolt holes in it as shown in the picture.
Will either material be strong enough?
Any other suggestions on dimentions or features?
I have tried contacting the web site where I got the photo, but no response.


Chuck

 

[Blogwitch]

Just use the 6061 Chuck, it should be plenty strong enough if you don't use too much clamp pressure, say 3 or 4 thou at the most, otherwise the clamp might deform and not return.
If it was me, I would just use a bit of steel, just to stay on the safe side.

I have a couple to make to fit a larger vice on my mill, and they will be steel.

John

 

[bazmak]

Why not fabricate one from ms angle with a piece pf sq welded to the top edge

 

[Brian Rupnow]

Use steel. Then you won't have to remember not to over-torque the hold down bolts.

 

[chucketn]

Use steel. Then you won't have to remember not to over-torque the hold down bolts.

FWIW, I got the e-mail notification for your response before it appeared on the forum! How's that for efficiency! The forum has gone psychic! I think I'll go watch MASH reruns...

Chuck