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Electric Spindle System Offers Full Tool Changeability
NSK America’s i-Speed 5 utilizes multiple spindles with independent rpm settings.
Speed Matters in Microtooling Applications
A variety of tooling spindle options brings micromachining work within reach for shops looking to expand their capabilities.
Electric Spindles for Swiss-Type Lathes
Eastec 2019: NSK America’s iSpeed 3 electric motor spindles are deisgned to enable Swiss-type CNC machines to mill at speeds up to 80,000 rpm with a spindle accuracy of less than 1 micron TIR.
Faster RPMs Produce Faster Turnaround
When running a metalworking shop, it’s common to have to adjust machining processes to accommodate customers’ demands.
Short, Compact Spindles
The company offers short, compact spindles designed for use on CNC turn-mill centers. The EMS-3060A is 124-mm long, and it features an electric motor and 60,000 rpm. The PMS-3020A is 105-mm long, features an air motor and 20,000 rpm.