Fairlane CS-4 Carbide Square Gripper Pad Fine Tooth Diamond

Product Description

The FAIRLANE CS-4 is a solid carbide square positioning gripper pad designed to securely hold workpieces in jigs, fixtures, and clamps during machining and fabrication operations. Measuring 0.5 inches long by 0.5 inches wide by 0.125 inches high, this compact pad features a fine tooth grade with a diamond tooth pattern that bites into the workpiece surface to resist movement under load. Solid carbide construction delivers the hardness and wear resistance needed for repetitive use in demanding industrial environments. Machinists, toolmakers, and fixture builders rely on these pads to maintain precise workpiece location throughout a production run.

This gripper pad is suited for use in workholding applications where consistent positioning is critical. It is intended to be brazed or bonded directly into jigs, fixtures, and clamps, making it a standard component in custom and production tooling setups. The square geometry simplifies installation in milled pockets and standardized fixture bases. Both job shop environments and high-volume manufacturing operations use pads of this type to reduce part movement and improve repeatability at the workholding interface.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction for high hardness and long service life
• Fine tooth grade provides aggressive grip without excessive surface damage
• Diamond tooth pattern distributes clamping force evenly across the contact face
• Square pad shape fits standard milled pockets in jigs and fixture plates
• Designed for brazing or bonding into permanent tooling assemblies
• Compact 0.5 x 0.5 x 0.125 inch profile suits tight fixture layouts

Compatibility

Designed for use with brazed or bonded installations in jigs, fixtures, and clamps where a fine tooth, diamond pattern carbide gripper pad is required.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by toolmakers or fixture builders using appropriate brazing alloy or industrial adhesive per the fixture design requirements. Ensure the mounting pocket is clean, flat, and sized to the pad dimensions before bonding to achieve full surface contact. Allow adhesive or braze material to fully cure before applying clamping load. Follow applicable shop safety procedures when working with carbide components, as edges are sharp.