Fairlane CC-3F Round Positioning Gripper Pad Solid Carbide

Product Description

The FAIRLANE CC-3F is a solid carbide round positioning gripper pad designed to secure and locate workpieces during machining, fixturing, and assembly operations. Measuring 0.375 inches in diameter and 0.125 inches high, this compact pad features a flat tooth pattern on its contact face that bites into a workpiece surface to resist movement and maintain precise positioning. Solid carbide construction provides exceptional hardness and wear resistance, making it well suited for high-cycle industrial environments where consistent gripping performance is required.

The CC-3F is used in workholding fixtures, automation tooling, and precision assembly jigs where repeatable part location is critical. Its round profile and flat tooth geometry make it appropriate for applications where the pad contacts a flat or near-flat workpiece surface. Machinists, toolmakers, and automation technicians typically specify gripper pads of this type when designing or retrofitting fixture plates, clamps, and nest components that must hold tolerances across repeated cycles.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction for long service life in abrasive or high-wear fixturing environments
• Flat tooth pattern provides reliable surface grip and workpiece location
• Round pad shape suits circular mounting pockets and standard gripper pad bores
• Compact 0.375 inch diameter and 0.125 inch height fit tight fixture geometries
• Single-piece carbide body eliminates bonded layer delamination risk

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or upgrade gripper pad for workholding fixtures and positioning systems that accept round carbide pads at 0.375 inch diameter.

Installation Notes

Gripper pads of this type are typically installed by toolmakers or fixture technicians using a press fit or threaded retention method into a fixture body. Ensure the mounting pocket is clean and dimensionally correct before installation to avoid cracking the carbide. Carbide is brittle and should not be struck directly with metal tools during installation. Follow the fixture manufacturer's torque or press specifications for the specific mounting method used.