Dunham Tool Co., Div. Of Preferred Technologies, Inc.
New Fairfield, CT 06812
Aug 20, 2002 Collet models 1C and 3C for Spindle Headstock Assemblies can be used as original equipment in lathes, grinding machines, and special purpose machines, including the manufacture of medical and electronic components. Accepting collets directly into spindle without use of additional collet fixtures, capacities range from 1/64 to 1-3/4 in. for OD holding, 3/4 to 6 in. for step chuck OD holding, and 1/4 to 6 in. for ID holding with expanding collets.

Steinmeyer Inc.
Bedford, MA 01730
Aug 19, 2002 UNILOCK double nut design for large precision ground ball screws eliminates need for spacers or connecting hardware. Its method also eliminates backlash by using two nuts preloaded against each other and then locked using integral bonding system. With minimal number of parts, double nut eliminates angular errors in assembly of two nuts. UNILOCK system is available for ball screw diameters from 16 to 100 mm.

NSK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Aug 16, 2002 Series HES 50/40 attachments, for use with small-diameter end mills and drills, regulate and combine speed and torque to achieve precision processing. They utilize brushless DC motors with rare earth magnets. Precision angular ball bearings in front and rear assemblies provide rigidity in both radial and thrust directions. Available in 3 tapers (BT/NT/CT), HES attachments perform at speeds from 6,000 to 50,000 rpm, with power levels up to 210 W.

Positrol, Inc.
Cincinnati, OH 45227
Aug 01, 2002 Retractable Jaw Chuck features jaws that extend and retract to enable turning of shaft in single operation. Heavy cuts can be made without slippage by extending jaws to clamp shaft during roughing operations. Self-contained facedriver changes out for different sized shafts. Driver pins mechanically compensate for out-of-square parts, while spring-loaded center compensates for center size variation.

Gilman, Russell T., Inc.
Grafton, WI 53024 0005
Jul 31, 2002 Wood-Chukâ„¢ high frequency routing spindle has heavy duty seals that protect bearings from dusty environments. Air cooling system requires no external lubrication or cooling devices. Spindle is capable of power levels up to 15 kW and includes automatic tool change capability. It is available for retrofit and as standard equipment on some OEM CNC routers.

Parlec, Inc.
Fairport, NY 14450 0059
Jul 16, 2002 Power Milling Chucks withstand up to 200 lb-ft of tightening force without damaging mechanism. Internal diameter collapse capability allows use of tools that are not H6 tolerance. Chucks provide concentricity with collet like 360° clamping to eliminate side lock tool offset. They come in V-Flange, BT, or HSK shanks.

Bridgeport Machine, Inc.
Bridgeport, CT 06606
Jul 11, 2002 Advanced family includes vertical machining centers and grinders. XV-Series 18-hp VMC has up to 1100 ipm rapid traverse rates on X and Y axes and rigid tapping standard. Model 4024 XV has 40 x 24 x 24 in. work envelope, making it suitable for use on 2 ft molds. XP-Series VMCs have traverse rates as high as 1,690 ipm, profile acceleration rates of 6m/sec², and dynamic thermal compensation. Also available is FGC 1000 Flexible Grinding Center.

Tornos
Lombard, IL 60148
Jul 08, 2002 MultiDECO 32/6i machines parts up to 32 mm dia. It has integrated hydrodynamic bar feeder equipped with bundle loader, presettable tools, and quick change collets. Spindle options include single-speed, 2-speed, and 2-speed with stopping. Other options include cross drilling tools, and counter spindle for back-end work. Universal chip conveyer with filter works with all types of swarf. Epoxy resin base provides stability and little thermal distortion.

Carborundum Abrasives Inc.
Worcester, MA 01615 0008
Jul 05, 2002 Variable speed, MaxTorq rotary spindles mount on new and existing grinders and achieve grinding tolerances as close as 80 millionths run out. Lengths range from 4 to 16 in. All spindles have completely sealed electric motors for use in hostile coolant environments. Reversible rotation provides flexibility for dressing all conventional and superabrasive wheels.

NSK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Jul 03, 2002 Astro-E 800 is available with choice of two spindles: NR-3080 and NRA-5080. NR-3080 features ceramic bearing suitable for standard machining, while NRA-5080 lubrication-free spindle is designed with air bearing for light-duty machining. Through use of brushless DC motor, Astro-E 800 (30 mm OD) achieves power levels of up to 250 W. Its air cooling system prevents heat generation of motor and promotes continuous use.

Precise Corp., The
Racine, WI 53405
Jul 02, 2002 Type SD 60122 and SD 60124, 120 mm spindles produce 10 Nm constant torque throughout entire speed range. Operating speed range is rated from 200 to 20,000 rpm. Low-speed capabilities offer possibilities for hard mold finishing, work in harder materials, and rigid tapping. With nominal power output at maximum speed equal to 26.8 hp, spindles are available in HSK 40 or ISO 30 taper. Tool-in-position sensors are standard.

Command Tooling Systems
Ramsey, MN 55303
Jun 24, 2002 New Axisâ„¢ Fluid-Driven Right Angle Head features elliptical head for machining within cavities down to 1 in. dia. It clamps rigidly in machine spindle. Speed is based on coolant flow, and torque is based on coolant pressure. Light-duty applications require 200 psi, and heavier-duty applications may need 1000 psi or more. With solid design from shank to tool spindle, axis head loads from automatic tool changer.

Reid Supply Co.
Muskegon, MI 49444
Jun 21, 2002 Kits include Wilton inspection packs, precision toolmakers vise and parallel kits, precision square kits, and toolmakers vise kits.

Indexing Technologies Inc.
Ramsey, NJ 07446 0252
Jun 18, 2002 Sauter Crown-Type Tool Turrets use single motors for turret indexing and live tool drive. Most sizes are available with 4, 6, or 8 tool positions and various tool spindles. Multi-spindle and special tooling are also available. Turrets have universal housings that mount in any orientation and tool speeds rated to 15,000 rpm. Features include bi-directional indexing, non-lifting tool carriers, and integral high-pressure coolant distribution system.

Schunk
Morrisville, NC 27560
Jun 18, 2002 THW Quick Jaw Change Series features wedge-bar serration mechanism. It provides less than one-minute jaw change, repeatability to .0006 in. TIR, and gripping forces capable of 6,000 rpm. Large Bore Power chuck line, designed to meet oil field market requirements, offers thru-hole bores to 22 in. Each Power Lathe Chuck is case hardened and ground.

Steinmeyer Inc.
Bedford, MA 01730
Jun 17, 2002 UltraSpeed series ball screws, available in 16 to 63 mm dia, enable speed ratings to dN = 160,000. With lead to diameter ratios from 0.5:1 to 1:1, linear velocities of 4,000 ipm are possible at acceleration of 2 g and higher. Ball return system uses precision ball deflectors to guide balls into return channel spanning whole nut length. Two-piece deflectors, precision milled from steel, minimize friction, allowing higher speeds with less wear.

Sunspot EDM Tooling
Warren, MI 48089
Jun 12, 2002 SquareOne AutoChuck bolts directly to most modern machines with C-axis. It has industry standard bolt pattern, porting for air blow off, holder sensing, and central flushing. Chuck provides accurate positioning and repeatability of holders, 90 deg indexing of all holders, and ability to maintain perfect concentricity when changing from large to small holders.

Centerline Centroid, Inc.
McHenry, IL 60050
Jun 07, 2002 Model RAD-120 right-angle milling, drilling, and tapping head is manufactured with fabricated body. Tool is intended to be changed automatically into spindles of machining centers. Unit housing the bevel gears has two chamfered outer corners, which reduces risk of interference with component or other tooling in machining area. Head has 40 taper, collet chuck for tool shanks up to 0.4 in. dia, and speed of 6,000 rpm (max).

Royal Machine & Tool Corp.
Berlin, CT 06037
Jun 06, 2002 G-123-9, G-123-9.3, and G-123-12 direct replacement chucks are available for 3 models of Goss & DeLeeuw 123 Rotary Transfer Machine, while G 6x6, G 8x8 and G 11xl0 chucks are available for Model 4 Spindle Chucking Machine. Chucks are manufactured from high-alloy steel with all wearing surfaces hardened and ground.

Textiles Coated Inc.
Amherst, NH 03031
Jun 04, 2002 Available in round and rectangular shapes in open-ended or closed form, LFPâ„¢ Bellows and Way Covers are made with flexible, multilayered PTFE material. Heat-sealed covers have no stitching, maintain zero-porosity even after severe flexing, resist chemical attack and ultraviolet exposure, and are rated for 500°F. Covers can incorporate numerous types of end attachments, and are available in thicknesses ranging from 5 to 60 mils.