DeVlieg 40" x 40" Type AM Rotary Air Lift Table | 10,000 LB Capacity

DeVlieg 40" x 40" Type "AM" Rotary Air Lift Table

Model: Type AM (Air Lift / Manual Indexing)

Surface Area: 40" x 40" Precision T-Slotted

Capacity: 10,000 lbs (Approx.)

Condition: Professional Grade / Industrial Ready

Overview

The DeVlieg Type "AM" Air Lift table is a high-precision indexing fixture designed to maximize the versatility of your boring mill or large machining center. Its defining feature is a pneumatic "air lift" system that creates a frictionless cushion of air, allowing an operator to rotate a 5-ton workpiece with ease. Once positioned, the air is exhausted, and the table is rigidly clamped, providing the massive stability required for heavy-duty boring and milling operations.

Technical Specifications

• Table Dimensions: 40" x 40" Ground Cast Iron Working Surface
• Height: 10-3/4" (Top of table to base)
• Indexing: Precision 90° Shot Pin (4 locked positions)
• Graduations: 1° increments on a high-visibility vernier scale for 360° manual setting
• T-Slots: 7 Parallel T-slots (typically on 5" centers) plus cross-reference slots
• Base Plate: Robust 41" x 44" footprint for maximum rigidity
• Operation: Air-assisted lift / Single-lever manual clamping
• Shipping Weight: Approx. 3,200 – 3,700 lbs

Key Performance Features

• Air-Lift Technology: Virtually eliminates friction during rotation, protecting the precision-ground ways from wear and allowing for rapid part alignment.
• 90° Shot Pin Indexing: Ensures repeatable, high-precision positioning for multi-sided "tombstone" machining, critical for maintaining bore alignment across 180° rotations.
• Heavy-Duty Workholding: Engineered to handle massive workpieces (up to 10,000+ lbs depending on the specific sub-model) without sacrificing accuracy.
• Versatile T-Slot Pattern: Designed to accommodate standard industrial clamping kits and custom fixtures for secure part retention.

Dealer Note: "The DeVlieg Air Lift table is widely considered the 'gold standard' for HBM workholding. This 40x40 unit is the most sought-after size, providing enough surface area for large castings while maintaining a manageable footprint. It is an essential tool for any shop performing multi-sided boring where accuracy and setup speed are non-negotiable."