Schunk's Hydraulic Toolholder Features Imbalance Correction
Constructed of durable hardened tool steel, the Tendo Platinum V2 reportedly improves stability, stiffness and clamping force to support sustained accuracy throughout its life.
Schunk has announced the launch of the Tendo Platinum V2 hydraulic toolholder. Schunk claims the new toolholder, which was designed and manufactured in the USA, brings manufacturers the most advanced direct clamping toolholder in the industry.
The Tendo Platinum V2 features an ergonomic, slim outer profile for easy actuation. According to Schunk, imbalance correction is carefully designed into the body profile. Constructed of durable hardened tool steel, the V2 reportedly improves stability, stiffness and clamping force to support sustained accuracy throughout its life.
The Tendo Original, with three rings, was developed in 1978 and was the first in the market to feature a run-out/repeat accuracy greater than or equal to 0.003, balance G2.5 25,000 rpm and no risk of damage when clamped without the tool. Schunk latest iteration of this technology is the Tendo Platinum V2.
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