Precision 6061 Aluminum Two-Way Perpendicular Clamping Mount: Blue Anodized with 90° Orthogonal Shaft Clamping for Optical/Laboratory Systems

We successfully manufactured a precision 6061 aluminum two-way perpendicular clamping mount for optical/laboratory equipment applications. This versatile mounting solution features 90° orthogonal split-clamp bores—vertical through-hole with flexible clamping jaws for support post mounting, and horizontal tapped bore for cantilever arm, lens holder, or probe rod clamping—finished with a durable blue anodized coating and comprehensive edge rounding for medical/optical safety compliance.

Project Overview

Functional Features

• 90° Orthogonal Clamping System:
  • Vertical Split-Clamp Bore: Top-entry through-hole with flexible clamping jaws and set screw locking, designed for vertical support post/linear shaft mounting.
  • Horizontal Clamping Bore: Cross-mounted bore with counter-sunk locking threads, providing secure lateral clamping for cantilever arms, lens holders, and probe rods.
• Versatile Mounting Interface:
  • Side-mounted counter-sunk mounting holes allow the entire clamp mount to be securely fastened to equipment base plates, linear slides, or chassis side walls.
• Safety-Compliant Design:
  • Full-radius edge breaking (R0.5-R1.0mm) eliminates all sharp corners and burrs.
  • Compliant with medical/optical equipment safety standards, preventing cable snagging and operator injury.

Key Technical Highlights

• Precision Orthogonal Machining: Achieved 90° ±0.02° bore orthogonality between vertical and horizontal axes through precision fixturing and multi-axis milling, ensuring accurate alignment for optical system integration.
• Process Innovation:
  • Split-Clamp Feature Machining: Precision slot cutting creates flexible clamping jaws with consistent spring characteristics for reliable shaft locking.
  • Bore Surface Quality: Dedicated boring and finishing operations achieve Ra≤1.6μm surface finish on bore internal surfaces, ensuring smooth shaft insertion and secure clamping.
  • Multi-Operation Workflow: Integrated milling, boring, threading, and slotting operations ensure geometric consistency across all functional features.
• Surface Finish:
  • Blue Anodized Coating: MIL-A-8625 Type II blue anodizing provides excellent wear resistance, corrosion protection, and consistent aesthetic appearance for laboratory/optical equipment.
  • Comprehensive edge breaking and deburring ensure full-radius safety compliance.

Quality Verification

Each component underwent comprehensive inspection using CMM measurement for bore orthogonality (90° ±0.02°) and dimensional accuracy (±0.025mm), supplemented by surface roughness testing (Ra≤1.6μm), anodized coating verification, and edge radius inspection to confirm full-radius safety compliance.

Industry Applications

This solution demonstrates our expertise in precision optical/laboratory equipment components, ideal for:
✓ Optical bench systems ✓ Laboratory support equipment ✓ Medical device mounting systems ✓ Precision measurement/ inspection equipment

Why Partner With Us?

• Proven precision orthogonal bore machining expertise
• In-house blue anodizing capabilities with MIL-spec compliance
• 12+ years of Precision machining experience across optical, laboratory, and medical equipment sectors