HAIMER showcased latest version of Duo-Lock™ modular interface at EMO 2015

The Duo-Lock™ system opens up a performance range with an axial feed of 1,5xD and thus a significantly extended application area compared to other existing modular milling systems.
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During EMO 2015 HAIMER presented the final version of Duo-Lock™, a modular interface for carbide tool heads which was developed together with tool manufacturer Kennametal.

Based on a proprietary thread design with a double cone bond and an additional third support area in the back part of the interface, the new Duo-Lock™ system provides maximum stability, load capacity and a high runout accuracy of 5µm. During milling applications the chip removal rate increases significantly and for the first time ever a modular milling system is able to achieve a similarly high output as the newest generation of solid carbide milling cutters. Furthermore, the tool life is extended. The Z-accuracy of Duo-Lock™ lies at 10µm and this way even time consuming presetting processes become redundant and the tool can be exchanged directly within the machine.

After some very detailed in-house-tests and external field trials with a number of different customers, the Duo-Lock™ products are available on stock within the end of 2015. In order to establish a compatible high standard for screw-in milling cutters on the market, the patented and trademark protected system is also available for other tool manufacturers via licensing.

For more information, please visit http://www.haimer.com.

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