Workpiece component holder 9-270-ESD

The SPANNFIX VARIO (ESD) is an electrostatically dissipative PCB holder with an infinitely adjustable ball joint and quick-clamping mechanism designed to hold and position printed circuit boards securely during soldering and assembly.

Key features

• Precision ball joint rotatable 360°; steplessly lockable with quick release (Made in Germany)
• Stable assembly frame with quick-turning device and adapter plate
• Spring for sensitive boards and angle adapter for increased inclination
• PCB clamping range adjustable from 25 mm to 270 mm
• Suitable for clamping on workbenches with max. 80 mm table thickness
• Inclination angle ±45°
• Includes ESD grounding cable (1 MΩ, length 1.8 m) for connection to an Earth Bonding Point
• Materials: steel, plastic, cast aluminium with ESD powder coating (black); dissipative 10^7 to 10^8 Ω
• Dimensions approx. 410 × 300 × 240 mm; weight 1560 g

Area of application
The SPANNFIX VARIO is used to clamp PCBs/circuit boards up to 270 mm in length. The infinitely adjustable ball allows the PCB to be positioned and held securely in all directions, enabling quick turning and acting as a third hand for soldering, assembly and inspection in ESD-protected areas.

Technical description

• Connection thread: M12 × 1.5 mm (special thread); adapters available
• Maximum torque: ball Ø 40 mm ≈ 24 Nm; ball Ø 60 mm ≈ 100 Nm
• Holding force of the ball at the height of the threaded pin: ball Ø 40 mm ≈ 45 kg (441 N); ball Ø 60 mm ≈ 140 kg (1,372 N). Clamping force can increase after degreasing the ball.
• Clamping base: max. table thickness 80 mm
• Screw-base: 4 × 9 mm through holes
• Magnetic base (optional): holding force approx. 32 kg horizontally, 15 kg vertically (magnet without cap)
• ESD versions: dissipative 10^7 to 10^8 Ω — EPA suitable for electrostatically protected areas
• Cast aluminium parts powder coated; steel parts chrome-plated, rust-free
• Note: For safety-relevant applications, holding forces cannot be guaranteed without knowledge of the specific use case; performance may vary under different physical conditions.

Content (included components)

• 9-251 ESD ball joint base SPANNFIX for clamping (threaded pin 20 mm)
• 9-253 ESD PCB holder for screwing on (M12 × 1.5)
• 9-256 ESD clamping lid for PCB holder
• 9-257 ESD quick-turning device for PCB holder
• 9-343-1 ESD grounding cable 1 MΩ, 1,800 mm, 2 press-studs 10/10 mm

Characteristics / technical specifications

• Article number: 9-270-ESD
• Commercial name / model: SPANNFIX VARIO
• PCB clamping range: 25 mm – 270 mm
• Max. table thickness for clamping: 80 mm
• Inclination angle: ±45°
• Materials: steel, plastic, cast aluminium (ESD powder coated)
• Surface resistivity: dissipative 10^7 – 10^8 Ω
• Included grounding cable: 1 MΩ, length 1.8 m (2 press-studs 10/10 mm)
• Dimensions (approx.): 410 × 300 × 240 mm
• Weight: 1560 g
• Connection thread: M12 × 1.5 mm (special thread)
• Ball characteristics: Ø 40 mm (torque ≈ 24 Nm; holding force ≈ 45 kg), Ø 60 mm (torque ≈ 100 Nm; holding force ≈ 140 kg)
• Screw-base: 4 × 9 mm through holes; optional magnetic base holding forces: 32 kg horizontally / 15 kg vertically