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Workholding Clamping Force Calculator
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Interrupted cuts (milling, broaching) need higher safety factors due to impact loading
Readout
REQUIRED TOTAL CLAMPING FORCE
— lbf
FORCE PER CLAMPING POINT
— lbf
Based on force-balance: clamp force × friction must exceed cutting force × safety factor. Verify against your fixture/chuck manufacturer's rated capacity.
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