Deep Hole Drilling Soltuion

SOMEX, a member of the Suhner Group, offers custom made deep hole drilling solutions capable of drilling up to 12 mm diameters and as deep as 100x the diameter. These modules can be integrated directly into transfer machines, special purpose machines or conventional machines such turning machines.

In addition to standard MAX machining units, SOMEX can now offer peripheral components. Due to its modular component concept, SOMEX can provide customized turnkey, small and economical deep hole drilling machines.

The deep hole drilling process typically requires either a pilot drill 1.5x the diameter or a drill guide bushing, which is then followed by the deep hole drilling process.

The SOMEX design concept combines the guide bushing with a chip basket, allowing both items to travel in unison. The movement of the guide bushing is air-driven, which helps to provide a closer contact to the part while preventing the escape of the coolant medium. For longer deep hole drilling applications, it may be necessary to integrate a support bushing to stabilize the deep hole drilling tool.

The degree of accuracy in a deep hole drilling application measured in the deviation from the theoretical part center line is enhanced by a slow part rotation in a counter-clockwise direction.

For deep hole drilling applications above 18 mm diameters, SOMEX has the option to equip its MAX machining units with drilling systems from BTA- or EJEKTOR lines. In these applications, the coolant and chip management is accomplished through the spindle center. The emulsion is collected at the backend of the spindle, filtered and pressurized to re-enter the coolant system. This solution is often used in high-volume precision parts manufacturing such as automotive and other industries.

For more information contact:

Suhner Industrial Products Corp.

Hwy. 411 S. at Suhner Drive

P.O. Box 1234

Rome, GA 30162-1234

706-235-8046

info.usa@suhner.com

www.suhner.com