Accessories
Closing plugs
The closing plugs close off the counterbores for the fixing screws in the guideway holes flush with the surface of the guideway.
The closing plugs are available in a one-piece or two-piece design and are made from various materials. In addition to plastic closing plugs, brass closing plugs are also available.
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If closing plugs are used in coated guideways, only plastic closing plugs can be used.
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When fitting the closing plugs, observe the guidelines in the Technical principles.
Plastic closing plugs
Plastic closing plugs are an economical solution and are suitable for most applications, ➤ Figure.
Plastic closing plugs, one-piece
The one-piece closing plugs KA..-TN can be easily fitted with the aid of a hammer and press-in block. The interference between the plug and hole creates a burr that must be removed during fitting. After fitting, a minimal ring gap remains.
Plastic closing plugs with clinch ring
The two-piece closing plugs KA..-TN/A comprise a plastic plug and a plastic clinch ring. The clinch ring ensures secure seating of the closing plug in the counterbore. These closing plugs can also be easily fitted with the aid of a hammer and press-in block. After fitting, a small ring gap remains.
Plastic closing plugs
Brass closing plugs
Brass closing plugs are particularly suitable for conditions involving hot swarf, aggressive media and vibrations. As a result, they are recommended in particular for use in machine tools, ➤ Figure.
Brass closing plugs with shear ring
The brass closing plugs KA..-M with shear ring can be fitted with the aid of a hammer and press-in block.
During fitting, the shear ring is sheared off, leaving a ring-shaped burr that must be removed. A minimal ring gap remains.
After fitting, the top surfaces of the plugs must be smoothed off using an oilstone.
Brass closing plugs with clinch ring
The two-piece closing plugs KA..-M/A comprise a brass plug and a plastic clinch ring. The clinch ring ensures secure seating of the closing plug in the counterbore.
The closing plugs can be easily fitted with the aid of a hammer and press-in block. After fitting, a small ring gap remains. The top surfaces of the plugs do not require further processing.
Brass closing plugs
