Vacuum Work Holders | McMaster-Carr

	Cross Section Shape Cross Section Shape

Rectangle

Round

	Material Material

Rubber

Aluminum

Foam

	For Vacuum System Manufacturer For Vacuum System Manufacturer

NEMI

Pierson

Vac-U-Lok

	Width Width

	Overall Length Overall Length

	Cup Diameter Cup Diameter

	For Use On For Use On

Flat Surfaces

Curved Surfaces

	Capacity Capacity

	Component Component

	Tip Shape Tip Shape


Angled	Straight

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

RoHS Compliant with
Exemptions

	Release Method Release Method

	Height Height

5/16"

1/2"

	Diameter Diameter

1/8"

2 3/8"

	Body Material Body Material

Aluminum

Rubber

	Cup Color Cup Color

	Black
	Red

	Handle Material Handle Material

	Electrical Properties Electrical Properties

Static Dissipative

Conductive

	Cup Material Cup Material

Rubber

Plastic

	Number of Cups Number of Cups

	Number of Tips Number of Tips

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

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Gasketing for Vacuum Workholding Plates

Rectangle

Round

For applications requiring only part of the vacuum plate surface, use gasketing to seal off the in-use area. Cut to length. Choose the cross-section shape recommended by your vacuum workholding system manufacturer to ensure the best performance.

Cross Section Shape	For Vacuum System Manufacturer	Lg., ft.	Wd.	Ht.	Dia.	Material		Each
D	NEMI	15	1/4"	5/16"	__	EPDM Foam	0000000	000000
Rectangle	Vac-U-Lok	15	1/8"	5/16"	__	Polyurethane Rubber	0000000	00000
Round	Pierson	15	__	__	1/8"	Neoprene	0000000	00000

Vacuum Workholding Plates

Also known as vacuum chucks, these plates secure thin and flexible parts that can’t be held with vises or clamps for milling, drilling, routing, and finishing operations. Connect the system to your shop’s compressed air supply and it's ready to use. For applications requiring only part of the plate surface, use the gasket cord to seal off the area.

Risers, also known as vacuum pods, raise the workpiece off the vacuum table to give the cutting tool better access. Suction transfers from the table through the top of the riser, so to get a firm hold the workpiece must make contact with the full top length and width of the riser.

Retracting stop pins let you repeatably locate parts on your vacuum table. After positioning your workpiece against these pins, turn on the vacuum and the stop pins retract, dropping out of the way so the cutting tool has full access to the workpiece.

Side stops fit into the grooves of the vacuum plate to help you repeatably position material. They can be removed from the plate after the vacuum is turned on to give the cutting tool more access to the workpiece.

Plates

Plate

						Air Inlet				Mounting Holes
Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Max. Vacuum, in. of Hg	Recommended Operating Air Pressure, psi	Air Consumption	Connection Type	Quick-Disconnect Shape	Coupling Size	Gender	No. of	Dia.	Ctr.-to-Ctr.	Includes		Each
17 3/4"	9 1/2"	1"	27.9	58-110	3.4 scfm @ 58 psi	Hose	Industrial	1/4	Male	2	1/2"	15 3/8"	Vacuum Generator, 15 ft. Vacuum Hose, 10 ft. EPDM Foam Gasketing	0000000	000000000
17 3/4"	12"	1"	27.9	58-110	3.4 scfm @ 58 psi	Hose	Industrial	1/4	Male	2	1/2"	15 3/8"	Vacuum Generator, 15 ft. Vacuum Hose, 15 ft. EPDM Foam Gasketing	0000000	00000000
17 3/4"	14"	1"	27.9	58-110	3.4 scfm @ 58 psi	Hose	Industrial	1/4	Male	2	1/2"	15 3/8"	Vacuum Generator, 15 ft. Vacuum Hose, 15 ft. EPDM Foam Gasketing	0000000	00000000

Replacement Plate Plug (Pkg. of 10)	Pkg.	000000
Additional 15 ft. EPDM Foam Gasket Cord Stock	Each	00000
Replacement Plug Seal (Pkg. of 10)	Pkg.	0000

Risers

Riser

Riser with Step

	Base		Step
Overall Ht.	Lg.	Wd.	Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Material		Each
1.771"	4"	4"	__	__	__	Aluminum	0000000	0000000
1.771"	4"	4"	4"	1"	3/8"	Aluminum	0000000	000000
1.771"	4"	4"	4"	2"	3/8"	Aluminum	0000000	000000

Retracting Stop Pins

Retracting Stop Pins with Pin Retracted

Retracting Stop Pin

			Base
Dia.	Retracted Ht.	Extended Ht.	Lg.	Wd.	Material		Each
2 3/8"	1.345"	1.971"	3"	3"	Aluminum	0000000	0000000

Side Stops

Side Stop

Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Material		Each
2 1/8"	1 3/4"	1/2"	Aluminum	0000000	000000

Squeeze-to-Grip Pen-Sized Small Parts Lifters

These tools create a vacuum and have fingertip control to pick up and release small, delicate parts. Use on smooth, nonporous surfaces.

Push Button—Press the button to create the vacuum; press it again to release. The body has a storage compartment to hold the extra tips. This lifter can withstand high-temperature applications.

Squeeze Bulb—Squeeze and release the finger-size bulb to create the vacuum; squeeze the bulb again to release. A plastic box holds the lifter and extra tips.

Push Button

Squeeze Bulb

For Use On Flat Surfaces
Release Method	Capacity @ Size	Electrical Properties	Surface Resistivity	Cup Dia. with Straight Tips	Cup Dia. with Angled Tips	Cup Color	Cup Material	Tip Material	Body Material	Overall Lg.	Max. Temperature, ° F	Includes		Each
Push Button	2 oz. @ 3/8"	Conductive	10⁴ ohms/sq.	1/4"	1/8", 1/4", 3/8"	Black	Silicone Rubber	Metal	Aluminum	5 3/4"	445°	__	0000000	000000
Squeeze Bulb	Not Rated	Static Dissipative	10⁸ ohms/sq.	3/32", 1/8", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2"	1/8", 1/4"	Black	Rubber	Metal	Rubber	3 3/4"	240°	Plastic Box	00000000	00000

Replacement Tips with Cups for Push Button Small Parts Lifters

					Straight Tip		Angled Tip
Cup Dia.	Max. Temperature, ° F	Cup Material	Electrical Properties	Surface Resistivity		Each		Each
1/8"	250°	Rubber	Antistatic	10¹¹ ohms/sq.	0000000	00000	0000000	00000
1/8"	445°	Silicone Rubber	Conductive	10⁴ ohms/sq.	0000000	0000	0000000	0000
1/4"	250°	Rubber	Antistatic	10¹¹ ohms/sq.	0000000	0000	0000000	0000
1/4"	445°	Silicone Rubber	Conductive	10⁴ ohms/sq.	0000000	0000	0000000	0000
3/8"	250°	Rubber	Antistatic	10¹¹ ohms/sq.	0000000	0000	0000000	0000
3/8"	445°	Silicone Rubber	Conductive	10⁴ ohms/sq.	0000000	0000	0000000	0000

Electric Pen-Sized Small Parts Lifters

This lifter uses a quiet continuous-vacuum system and fingertip control to pick up and release small, delicate parts. Press the button on the probe to release suction. Use on smooth, nonporous surfaces, such as mirrors and metal sheets.

For Use On Flat Surfaces
Capacity @ Vacuum	Electrical Properties	Electrical Connection Type	Voltage	Cup Dia. with Straight Tip	Cup Dia. with Angled Tip	Cup Color	Cup Material	Tip Material	Body Material	O'all Lg.	O'all Ht.	O'all Wd.	Max. Temperature, °F	Includes		Each
0.5 lbs. @ 5 in. of Hg	Static Dissipative	Plug	120V AC	1/8", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2"	3/32", 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 3/8"	Black	Rubber	Metal	Aluminum	7 1/4"	3"	2 1/2"	250°	5' Long Coiled Vacuum Hose	000000	0000000

9 Piece Replacement Cup Kit

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Pump-to-Grip Suction-Cup Lifters

A built-in pump generates more suction for lifting and holding heavier items than push-grip lifters. A red line appears on the pump to indicate when you have suction loss. Use on smooth, nonporous surfaces, such as mirrors and metal sheets.

Style C has a 180° pivoting handle for lifting flexibility.

Style D has a pivoting tie-down ring instead of a handle to secure loads with a rope, chain, or cord.

Warning: Never use to lift items over people.

For Flat Surfaces
	Release Method	Capacity, lbs.	Cup Dia.	Cup Lg.	Cup Wd.	Cup Color	Cup Material	Max. Temperature, °F	Handle Material		Each
A	Release Valve	125	8"	__	__	Black	Rubber	120°	Brass	00000000	0000000
A	Release Valve	125	8"	__	__	Black	Rubber	120°	Plastic	00000000	00000
For Flat and Curved Surfaces
B	Pull Tab	70	6"	__	__	Black	Rubber	120°	Aluminum	00000000	00000
C	Pull Tab	70	6"	__	__	Black	Rubber	120°	Stainless Steel	00000000	00000
D	Pull Tab	70	6"	__	__	Black	Rubber	120°	Stainless Steel	00000000	00000
E	Pull Tab	70	6"	__	__	Black	Rubber	120°	Brass	00000000	00000
F	Pull Tab	15	3"	__	__	Black	Rubber	120°	Plastic	00000000	00000
G	Pull Tab	40	__	3"	6"	Black	Rubber	120°	Aluminum	00000000	00000

Push-to-Grip Suction-Cup Lifters

Push down to create a vacuum and grip your items. Use on smooth, nonporous surfaces, such as mirrors and metal sheets.

Style J allows two people to carry metal, glass, and plastic sheets with one lifter.

Lifters with silicone cups are designed for high-temperature applications.

Holder mounts to a wall and holds Styles E and F lifters for quick access.

Note: Capacities are for horizontal lifting. Not recommended for vertical lifting.

Warning: Never use to lift items over people.

Lifters												Replacement Push-Button Assemblies
	Release Method	Capacity, lbs.	Cup Dia.	Cup Center-to-Center	Reach	Cup Color	Cup Material	Max. Temperature, °F	Handle Material		Each		Each
For Flat Surfaces
B	Pull Tab	25	4 3/4"	__	__	Black	Vinyl Plastic	120°	Plastic	00000000	00000	000000	00
For Flat and Curved Surfaces
A	Pull Tab	4	2 1/4"	__	__	Black	Rubber	200°	Rubber	0000000	0000	000000	00
A	Pull Tab	6	2 5/8"	__	__	Black	Rubber	200°	Rubber	0000000	0000	000000	00
B	Pull Tab	10	3 1/4"	__	__	Black	Rubber	200°	Rubber	0000000	0000	000000	00
C	Pull Tab	15	3 1/4"	__	__	Black	Rubber	200°	Rubber	0000000	0000	000000	00
D	Push Button	3	2 1/8"	__	__	Black	Rubber	200°	Rubber	0000000	00000	00000000	000000
D	Push Button	10	3 1/4"	__	__	Black	Rubber	200°	Rubber	0000000	00000	00000000	00000
D	Push Button	10	3 1/4"	__	__	Red	Silicone Rubber	445°	Rubber	0000000	00000	00000000	00000
E	Pull Bar	15	3"	__	__	Black	Rubber	200°	Aluminum	0000000	00000	000000	00
E	Pull Bar	25	4"	__	__	Black	Rubber	200°	Aluminum	0000000	00000	000000	00
E	Pull Bar	35	5"	__	__	Black	Rubber	200°	Aluminum	0000000	00000	000000	00
F	Pull Bar	30	3"	3 1/2"	__	Black	Rubber	200°	Aluminum	0000000	00000	000000	00
F	Pull Bar	50	4"	6"	__	Black	Rubber	200°	Aluminum	0000000	00000	000000	00
F	Pull Bar	75	5"	6"	__	Black	Rubber	200°	Aluminum	0000000	00000	000000	00
G	Push Button	3	2 1/8"	__	15"	Black	Rubber	200°	Steel	000000	00000	00000000	00000
G	Push Button	3	2 1/8"	__	18"	Black	Rubber	200°	Steel	0000000	00000	00000000	00000
G	Push Button	5	3 1/4"	__	15"	Black	Rubber	200°	Steel	0000000	00000	00000000	00000
G	Push Button	5	3 1/4"	__	18"	Black	Rubber	200°	Steel	0000000	00000	00000000	00000
G	Push Button	6	4"	__	15"	Black	Rubber	200°	Steel	0000000	00000	000000	00
G	Push Button	6	4"	__	18"	Black	Rubber	200°	Steel	0000000	00000	00000000	00000
H	Push Button	6	2 1/8"	3 1/4"	15"	Black	Rubber	200°	Steel	000000	00000	00000000	00000
H	Push Button	6	2 1/8"	3 1/4"	18"	Black	Rubber	200°	Steel	0000000	00000	00000000	00000
J	Pull Ring	50	4"	19 3/4"	31"	Black	Rubber	200°	Aluminum	0000000	000000	000000	00
J	Pull Ring	75	5"	19 3/4"	31"	Black	Rubber	200°	Aluminum	0000000	000000	000000	00

Holders for Style E and Style F Lifters

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Lock-to-Grip Suction-Cup Lifters

For a strong, continuous grip, these lifters have levers to lock them in place. Flip the levers back to release the suction. Use on smooth, nonporous surfaces, such as mirrors and metal sheets.

Style C has swiveling cups for mounting flexibility.

Replacement cup kit includes a cup, a lever, and a spring.

Holder mounts to a wall for quick lifter access.

Note: Capacities are for vertical lifting.

Warning: Never use to lift items over people.

Lifters											Replacement Cup Kits
Style	Capacity, lbs.	Cup Dia.	Cup Center-to-Center	Overall Lg.	Cup Color	Cup Material	Max. Temperature, °F	Handle Material		Each		Each
A	110	4 3/4"	8 13/16"	13 3/4"	Black	Rubber	100°	Plastic	0000000	000000	0000000	000000
A	130	4 3/4"	8 3/16"	13"	Black	Rubber	100°	Aluminum	0000000	00000	0000000	00000
B	220	4 3/4"	8 13/16"	13 1/2"	Black	Rubber	100°	Aluminum	0000000	00000	0000000	00000
C	95	5 7/8"	10 3/4"	16 5/8"	Black	Rubber	100°	Plastic	00000000	000000	00000000	00000

Holders for Style A and Style C Lifters

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