Successful shipment of high quality milling heads to Russia

Industrial angle milling heads

An industrial angle milling head is a key component of a machine tool, usually used to change the direction or position of the spindle, allowing the workpiece to be milled at different angles and directions. An angle milling head transmits rotary motion to the cutting tool and its tilt angle can be adjusted as needed to accommodate different machining requirements. They are widely used in metal cutting and can significantly improve machining efficiency and flexibility.

There are various types of angle heads, including:

90° angle heads

Modular Angle Heads

Universal Angle Heads

Heavy Duty Angle Heads

Lightweight / Mini Angle Heads

Aluminum Angle Heads

Which machines are they used on?

Angle milling heads can be used on many types of machine tools, including but not limited to:

- Vertical and horizontal machining centers: for multi-face machining of complex parts.

- Boring and milling machines: for large diameter hole machining of large parts as well as surface milling.

- Gantry Milling Machines: for the machining of oversized parts.

- Turning and milling composite machine tools: multifunctional machine tools with integrated turning and milling functions.

- Specialized machine tools: equipment for specific applications such as gear processing machines.

What type of milling head do I need for a boring and milling machine?

For a boring mill, an angle milling head that provides a high torque output, supports heavy-duty cutting, and has the flexibility to adjust the angle is usually required. Common choices are right angle milling heads (also known as side milling heads), universal milling heads (with adjustable angles) and other special customized milling heads. The specific type of milling head chosen depends on factors such as the specific needs of the part to be machined, the machining process and accuracy requirements.

Maintenance of the milling head

Proper maintenance is essential to extend the life of the milling head, and the following are some basic maintenance measures:

- Regularly inspect and clean chips and dirt from inside and outside the milling head.

- Ensure that the lubricant is adequate, use the recommended type of lubricant and change it at intervals recommended by the manufacturer.

- Check the condition of seals to prevent the ingress of coolant or external contaminants.

- Monitor temperature changes to avoid wear caused by overheating.

- For spindle-driven milling heads, regularly check the safety and stability of the electrical connections.

- Arrange for preventive maintenance by specialized personnel according to the frequency of use and the instructions in the technical manual.

Customer Case - Boring and Milling Head for Russian Customer

A customer from Russia owns a large Boring and Milling Machine, which is mainly used for machining heavy structural parts in the aerospace industry. The original milling head was experiencing performance degradation due to the long term high intensity working environment. In cooperation with their supplier, they selected a new high-efficiency milling head suitable for high workloads and carried out installation and commissioning. The new milling head not only improves machining accuracy, but also enhances productivity and reduces downtime. In addition, the comprehensive training and technical support provided by the supplier helped the operators to better understand and maintain the new equipment, ensuring long-term stable operation.

This case shows how choosing the right milling head and implementing effective maintenance measures can improve the overall performance of a machine tool to meet the needs of high-end manufacturing.