In two-stroke clinching, the material to be joined is first deformed plastically inside a die. In a second phase, the joint is created through a squeezing between the punch and anvil outside of the die. The result is a high quality joint in terms of shape, strength and repeatability.

WHATS INCLUDED

A complete ASTRACLINCH Power Line unit consists of a compact workhead connected through a hydraulic hose to an air-over-oil pressure intensifier (booster) with automatic cycle control, ready for connection to the
factory compressed air net. An air preparation unit with pressure regulator, filter and water trap, a variety of tool kits, balancer and rotator are available as options.

FEATURES

• Clinch up to 2 layers of 16 Gauge Mild Steel (.160″ or 4mm total thickness)
• All Pneumatic Operation, uses standard 90psi (6bar) shop air.
• 2 stroke clinching operation.
• Stainless Steel Ready (up to .120″ (3mm) total material thickness).
• Very Close Edge Access. Center of clinch within 1/4″ (6.3mm) of flange edge.