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The VULCAN system tooling include holder assembly+new designed punch+metal stripper.
Preloaded metal spring design can supply more punch force.
Murata Vulcan type tooling is a high-performance, metal-stripper-style tooling system designed for Murata (Wiedemann) turret punch presses. It is widely considered an upgrade from the standard 114 type (which uses urethane strippers) because it offers significantly more stripping power and precision.
1. Key Characteristics
*Metal Stripper System: Unlike the 114 series which relies on urethane, Vulcan tools use a hardened metal stripper. This provides lateral support to the punch, improving piece-part quality and extending tool life by preventing "bowing" or lateral movement during the hit.
*Strengthened Stripping Power: It is specifically engineered to handle heavier materials and high-speed punching where standard tools might struggle to pull out of the sheet.
*Material Quality: Original-spec Vulcan punches are typically manufactured from Premium High-Speed Steel (M2/HSS) to ensure a balance of hardness and toughness, reaching ratings of HRC 61-63.
*Precision Geometry: Punches often feature a 1/4-degree back taper and polished flanks to reduce friction, minimize galling (material pickup), and ensure a clean shear.
2. The Vulcan Component Breakdown
The system consists of several precision-engineered parts:
*Punch Holder: Connects directly to the press ram and holds the punch body securely.
*Punch Body: The actual cutting tool, often featuring a "Slug Free" design.
*Stripper Plate: The metal plate that holds the sheet down and guides the punch tip.
*Die: Usually a "Slug Free" or "Slug Trap" design to prevent slugs from pulling back up into the turret.
*Keying: Improved key-and-pin structures for precise orientation in the turret.
3.Why choose Vulcan?
It is the "workhorse" choice for shops looking to minimize downtime. Because the metal stripper provides such tight tolerance and support, you experience fewer tool breakages and can run the machine at higher speeds with confidence that the material will "strip" (release) cleanly every time.
AFAB provides more station holders for Vulcan tooling
The various station for punches and strippers
