Heimatec releases 1:4 speed multipliers

Apr. 13, 2017 – Heimatec has announced the immediate availability of its line of 1:4 live tool speed multipliers in 24,000 RPM max. styles, available for live tool lathes currently on the market.

These speed multipliers are provided as axial or radial drilling and milling heads, with either external or internal coolant design, and mounting configurations to suit “virtually any machine tool” turret set-up, including all VDI and BMT sizes, says Heimatec. Speed multipliers for Haas and Nakamura machines are now in stock with others in production for short lead time deliveries, it adds. “These speed multipliers are a great addition to our line. They give us more to offer the job shop and large production departments, through our growing network of reps and distributors, serving the market here,” says president Preben Hansen.