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Ball-Lock Systems

Delivering fully assembled ball lock mechanisms.

Ball Lock System

Luvata manufactures and delivers fully assembled ball-lock systems and mechanisms for a range of different industries. Our in-house end-to-end service saves time and streamlines your production and supply chain processes, reducing complexity in sourcing and assembling your own components.

Luvata Welshpool has worked closely with global OEMs to design and develop bespoke ball-lock systems for the packaging industry to enhance the performance and operating characteristics of slitting and rewinding systems.

Applications

  • Fastening mechanisms
  • Locking mechanisms
  • Injection moulding
  • CNC machining
  • Automation

What is a Ball-Lock System?

Ball-lock systems are fastening or locking mechanisms that use spring-loaded balls to quickly and easily secure a tool, component or material in place. These systems allow for rapid, repeatable changeovers, assembly or disassembly without the need for additional tools. Key components of the ball-lock system include the pin shaft, steel locking balls, a spring and a handle or push button.

The materials used to manufacture the different components of a ball-lock system vary depending on the use and durability required but usually include a mix of hardened, stainless and alloy steel.

Key Features & Benefits of a Ball-Lock System

  • Quick and tool-free operation
  • High cycle durability – designed for repeated locking and unlocking
  • Secure locking mechanism
  • Improved productivity and reduced downtime – rapid changeovers between different jobs
  • High repeatability and precision – easy and accurate positioning of fixtures and tools for maintaining consistent product tolerances
  • Safe operation – no additional tools required
  • Simple to install and operate
  • Ideal for confined spaces – compact and tool free
  • Hard wearing and durable – reliable and low maintenance

Manufacturing Locations

Ball-Lock System Use Cases

Ball-lock systems are widely used in a number of different industries such as aerospace, automotive, packaging and medical devices for positioning fixtures, tool changeovers, modular assembly, releasing parts from conveyors and securing devices for quick and easy calibration. They are also used for different manufacturing processes such as injection moulding, CNC machining and automation.  

Luvata can manufacture a vast number of industrial components at high volume. To learn more about our expertise in manufacturing ball-lock systems for a range of industrial applications please contact our

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