Knurling tool is fast to set up

The new compact tooling system from Hommel & Keller has been developed with an extremely rigid construction to suit the requirements of small type CNC lathe machining operations. It can be used in both left- and right-hand situations. The RF-LD series can be used on all CNC type automatic screw machines and it is available with 8 by 8 mm, 10 by 10 mm, 12 by 12 mm, and 16 by 16 mm shank sizes. The basic tool holder (8 by 8 mm) can be transformed by mounting different adapters for bigger shank versions for maximum flexibility. The modular shank construction provides the end user with enhanced flexibility and cost-effectiveness. The knurling head can also be exchanged to adjust the tool to the necessary workpiece diameter. For work pieces from 1 to 15 mm a cut knurling head with knurl diameter 10 mm is applied whilst for a working area of 3 to 50 mm the manufacturer recommends the use of a knurling wheel with 15 mm diameter. Both tool heads can be used on any shank size.