Vacuum tables are used in many manufacturing, industrial and commercial applications to facilitate a wide range of processes. Small tabletop vacuum systems are very helpful in holding small parts in place during milling or cutting processes to improve accuracy and prevent part slippage. Vacuum tables also help to hold parts in place to prevent cut pieces from flying off and causing damage or injury.
There are a few things that you should consider when implementing a small vacuum table to ensure optimum hold down force and process control. Small vacuum tables are an integral component in many applications providing effective hold down with quick and easy changeover. Vacuum tables which offer controllable zones and custom designed hole patterns provide the greatest value to your process.
Consider the following tips when implementing a small vacuum hold down table:
1) Determine your strategy
The first thing to do to get the most out of your small vacuum table is to determine your strategy. You’ll need to know how much cutting force to use without damaging your tabletop surface or sacrificial layer. Evaluating your substrate and the cutting force required to help determine how to plan optimum vacuum hold down force.
2) Use a sacrificial layer
Using a sacrificial layer is important to protect your tabletop surface especially during milling and cutting processes. Sacrificial layers may be constructed with matching vacuum holes or permeable to allow airflow through the layer.
3) Evaluate the vacuum hole patterns
Vacuum hole patterns play an important role in holding your parts securely in place. Smaller parts may require a denser hole patterns. Speaking with an experienced vacuum table manufacturer will help you decide the right hole patterns for your substrate and application.
4) Use the right tools
It’s important to use the right tools with your small vacuum table to preserve the table surface quality. Smaller parts require smaller, precision cuts, which are always best conducted in a downward motion with all safety precautions in place.
Speak with an experienced vacuum table specialist to determine the best approach to your process with a small vacuum table. Systematic Automation leads the industry with knowledge and expertise in all things related to vacuum table systems. You can find a small vacuum table or a large system up to 72” x 144” with custom sizes available, all with consistent flatness and reliable hold down force.
Systematic Automation leads the industry in design and manufacturing of vacuum table systems and screen printing machine. We provide quality equipment, exceptional customer service and ongoing support. Contact us to speak with an engineer and learn how to improve your application with proven vacuum table solutions.
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