PHD Series PFC Pneumatic Frame Clamp Review: Specs, Price and Applications
The PHD Series PFC is a pneumatic frame clamp with a rugged cam design and clamping force up to 11,250 lb, consistent across a wide power window.
A wide jaw throat handles large parts with simple tooling, making it suited to heavy parts such as automobile frames. Two jaw styles, quiet operation, full field repairability and low cost of ownership round it out.
Quick Verdict
A very high force clamp for heavy frames, with a wide throat that simplifies tooling.
PHD Series PFC Pneumatic Frame Clamp at a Glance
Specification | Details |
Product type | Pneumatic frame clamp |
Design | Rugged cam |
Clamping force | Up to 11,250 lb |
Jaw throat | Wide |
Jaw styles | Two |
Parts | Heavy parts, e.g. automobile frames |
Service | Fully field repairable |
Price | Request a quote |
Design and Operating Principle
In body-shop welding and assembly, parts are located on pins and held by clamps while robots weld or join them. Clamps and pins on fixtures and robot end effectors must survive weld spatter, dirt and constant cycling while holding positions precisely.
A cam mechanism delivers consistent force across a wide range of jaw positions, so variation in frame thickness does not compromise clamping.
Integration and Selection
Size for clamping force and throat opening, select jaw style and plan heavy mounting.
Interlock clamp status with weld robots.
Industry Applications
Industry | Typical use |
Automotive | Frame welding |
Truck and trailer | Chassis assembly |
Agricultural equipment | Heavy frames |
Construction machinery | Structural welding |
Functional Uses
Heavy frame clamping
Weld fixture holding
Consistent force clamping
Pros and Cons
Advantages
Up to 11,250 lb
Wide throat
Quiet
Field repairable
Limitations
Heavy unit
Fixture use
Dimensions not on A3
Who Should Consider the PHD Series PFC Pneumatic Frame Clamp?
The PFC suits heavy frame welding fixtures.
Price and Availability
Price: Request a quote. PHD prices the Series PFC by size, options and quantity. Budget for tooling, mounting, air supply, sensors and commissioning as part of the complete installation.
Further Reading
PHD Series PFC Pneumatic Frame Clamp FAQ
What clamping force does PFC deliver?
Up to 11,250 lb.
What parts suit it?
Heavy parts like automobile frames.
How many jaw styles?
Two.
Is it repairable?
Yes, fully field repairable.
Is it quiet?
Yes.
How much does it cost?
Request a quote from PHD.
