Vacuum workholding for the Brother Speedio. Integrated vacuum chuck and fixture plate, machined parallel within 0.1mm, and conical locators that seat in seconds.
Fits S300, S500, and S700 tables. Machined parallel within 0.1mm so the part sits true at high spindle speeds. Conical locators replace dowel pins for faster, repeatable fixture changeovers. Plates ship un-faced for in-situ facing to match your machine. Plate stays on the table between jobs.
$1,650.00
Fits S300 table. Compact footprint for small machines
Specifically designed to mount directly to a Brother Speedio S300.
This plate is provided with a match machined mounting plate that will ensure easy install.
$3,850.00
Fits S700Xd1 and S700Xd2 tables
Specifically designed to mount directly to a Brother Speedio S700.
This plate is provided with a match machined mounting plate that will ensure easy install.
$2,750.00
Fits S500Xd1 and S500Xd2 tables
Specifically designed to mount directly to a Brother Speedio S500.
This plate is provided with a match machined mounting plate that will ensure easy install.
Other Speedio models – Talk to an engineer for custom requirements on Brother machines not listed above.
Plate mounts using M12 SHCS to the Speedio table. Flush installation on Xd2 tables. Older pre-Xd2 tables may have slight overhang depending on model. Mounting hardware is included.
If your Brother Speedio doesn’t have built-in vacuum, you have two options. The Magnetic Venturi Kit is the right choice for wet machining (flood coolant) since venturis pass fluid through without needing filtration, and it’s the most cost-effective entry. For dry machining or dedicated production, a vacuum pump is more efficient long-term. The plate works with any source pulling 20 inches of mercury or better.
If your Brother Speedio model isn’t in the list above, we’ll design and build a plate for it. Send us your machine model, table dimensions, and the part you’re trying to hold.
Shop the plates above or talk to an engineer. We build vacuum fixture plates daily, so we’ve seen your question before.
Key questions about using vacuum fixture plates and vacuum chucks on Brother Speedio S300, S500, and S700 machines, including high-speed machining, setup, and workholding performance.
Brother Speedio machines are designed for high-speed machining, so workholding stability matters. A Speedio vacuum fixture plate supports the part across its full bottom surface, which reduces vibration compared to point clamping. That helps maintain surface finish and part consistency during high-RPM cutting.
The limiting factor is still cutting force. Light radial engagement and high-speed toolpaths work well with vacuum workholding.
Speedio vacuum workholding is best suited for:
Parts that rely on full-surface support or require clean top-side machining benefit most from a vacuum fixture plate.
Yes. Cycle time is typically not limited by the vacuum system. Once the part is sealed and vacuum is applied, the system holds consistently throughout the machining cycle. The main consideration is ensuring enough sealed surface area to match the cutting forces at Speedio feed rates.
For high-speed production, repeatable setups with sub-plates or defined sealing zones are commonly used.
A standard fixture plate provides mounting locations for clamps and vises. A Speedio vacuum fixture plate combines:
This allows parts to be held without mechanical clamping, giving full access to the top surface and reducing setup time between jobs.
Small parts require careful control of the sealing area. Common approaches include:
These methods concentrate vacuum force and improve holding performance on smaller parts.
A properly set up vacuum fixture plate maintains consistent positioning across runs. Conical locators provide repeatable alignment, and the plate can be faced in-situ to match the machine’s level. This keeps parts flat and reduces variation caused by clamping distortion.
Accuracy depends on fixture setup and part geometry, not just the vacuum system itself.
A vacuum fixture plate is used when:
Traditional workholding is still used for heavy cuts or parts that require rigid mechanical clamping.
