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Sealed linear encoders are protected from dust, chips and splash fluids and are ideal for operation on machine tools.

Exposed linear encoders operate with no mechanical contact between the scanning head and the scale tape. Typical areas of application for these encoders include measuring machines, comparators and other precision devices in linear metrology, as well as production and measuring equipment, for example in the semiconductor industry.

HEIDENHAIN angle encoders are characterized by high accuracy values in the arc second range and better. Examples for application:

• Rotary tables on machine tools
• Swivel heads on machine tools 
• C axes on lathes
• Gear-testing machines
• Printing units on printing machines
• Spectrometers
• Telescopes

Digital readouts serve to visualize the values measured with linear encoders, length gauges, rotary encoders or angle encoders. Areas of application include:

• Measuring and inspection equipment
• Dividing apparatuses
• Monitoring of measuring equipment
• Manual machine tools
• Measuring machines

Length gauges from HEIDENHAIN offer high accuracy over the entire measuring range, are mechanically rugged, and can be used in a great variety of applications.  They have a wide range of applications in production metrology, in multipoint inspection stations, measuring equipment monitoring, and as position measuring devices.

Machine Tool Control

For milling machines, milling/turning machines and machining centers

• Form a complete product line with their various features
• Control machines with up to 18 axes
• Their Klartext conversational programming capability is suited for theworkshop floor
• Can also be programmed externally
• Are also suited for automated production
• Are the correct choice for everything from simple milling procedures to high-speed milling

HEIDENHAIN has been developing and manufacturing touch probes for workpiece and tool measurement on machine tools for over 30 years now, in particular for milling machines and machining centers. The setup, measuring and monitoring functions of the touch probes can be fully automated—in conjunction with most NC controls they can even be controlled by the program—and help to reduce costs. TS triggering touch probes handle the measurement of workpieces, while TT touch probes and TL laser systems are available for the measurement of tools.

Kent USA grinders are well-proven and trusted globally, with long-lasting, dependable precision and performance coupled with best-in-class customer support since 1979. With over 38 years of industry experience and over 18,000 sets sold worldwide, Kent USA surface grinders are the proven solution to your grinding needs.

• Manual hand feed grinders
• Automatic feed grinders
• Double column grinders
• Cylindrical and centerless grinders
• Knife grinders
• Tool and cutter grinders

Kent USA lathes have the features you want with the precision and reliability you can depend on for all your turning needs. Our RML and ML-series lathes come with a full solid cast iron machine base for maximum rigidity, plus a front pull-out chip tray for easy maintenance. ML-series lathes have 3” spindle bore, 2-speed tail stock, and 3-position longitudinal feed stops – it’s the ideal lathe for the demanding workshop. For smaller turning needs, look to our TRL-series lathes. Its small size combined with a full universal gearbox means the full range of inch and metric threads can be set by just the levers, eliminating the need and hassle of change gears. This model is a favorite with small tool rooms and many technical schools. Kent USA offers:

• Manual economy lathes
• Manual precision lathes
• Manual oil country lathes
• CNC economy lathes
• CNC precision lathes
• CNC turning centers

Kent USA mills are setting new standards in both features and performance. Our variable frequency drive mill is the highest performing mill in its class. These VFD mills run on 3-phase or 1-phase power without modification. Use it in the professional shop or home garage. No phase converter is required for single phase power. Large digital spindle RPM display and real time spindle load meter make using the mill easy and precise. With power to go from 0-4500 rpm in under 3 seconds, our milling machines can take your productivity to the next level. Kent USA offers:

• Manual knee mills
• CNC knee mills
• Bed mills and VMCs
• Combination mills
• Universal mills
• Horizontal boring mills

Kent USA electrical discharge machines (EDMs) offer you the speed and accuracy to machine your parts successfully. Our Programmable Z-NC EDM’s give you the control to burn with confidence and precision. CNC wire-cut EDM with flushing or submerged capability and AC power supply for minimal electrolytic degradation of the workpiece allows you to cut faster and produce better results. Kent USA offers a wide range of sinker type, wire cut flushing type, and wire cut submerge type EDMs. Kent USA offers:

• Sinker type EDMs
• Wire-cut flushing type EDMs
• Wire-cut submerge type EDMs
• H-type moving column type EDMs

Kent USA provides a full range of premium quality radial arm drills. Our radial arm drills are made only with high class cast iron under heat treatment and grinding. The columns, arms, and gear boxes can be set to be mutually independent or synchronous with clamping. In addition, our radial arm drills are also equipped with friction type disc clutch to absorb impact force caused by the vertical movement of the spindle to protect the transmission inside the box. As a safety feature, our radial arm drills are equipped with a special arm elevating mechanism, not found in most competitor machines, to prevent the arm from abruptly falling after several years of heavy usage.

Bandsaws are a must have for metalworking facilities. Kent USA provides a wide range of bandsaws for both job shops and production facilities. All Kent USA bandsaws are made with full cast iron body with sheet metal base for maximum stability and durability. Most of our bandsaws are equipped with hydraulic blade tension device. We also offer hydraulic vise and conveyor belt options for more comprehensive turnkey production solution. Kent USA bandsaws come in horizontal, vertical, H/V, and miter cutting to suit just about every need.