Milling Spindle Gauges

Tool clamping force is often never measured after a machine is put into service. Regular verification allows problems to be detected early so maintenance and repairs can be scheduled.

The ForceCheck wireless drawbar force gauge is based on the same technology as the industry-leading ForceCheck gauge. With the added convenience of wireless operation, larger machines and hard-to-reach spindles are easier to check.

Machine tool service kits from TAC Rockford include all common preventive gauges for a specific machine tool taper in one convenient kit. Kits are customized to a specific machine taper and include drawbar pull-force gauges, runout test arbors, tool changer alignment tool, spindle taper gauge¹ and accessories such as a spindle taper wiper. Contact us for gauges included Already have some of the gauges? We can customize a kit with only the additional items needed. Looking for a different combination of gauges? We can customize a kit to fit your specific requirements. ¹Taper gauge included with steep taper only, optional for HSK

Tool changer alignment gauges are used to check automatic tool changer positioning between the gripper arm, magazine, tool holder, and the spindle.

Improper alignment results in abnormal wear on spindle and tool holder tapers, faulty clamping, dropped tools, and decreased machine repeatability – resulting in reduced productivity and expensive machine damage.

Tool changer alignment gauges from TAC Rockford make correct alignment between the spindle and automatic tool changer easy.

Spindle runout arbors offer a quick and easy way to verify that a machine spindle is running true after a crash, after a machine has been moved, or periodically as a performance check. Arbors are available for all major machine tapers, including CAT/DIN/BT Steep Taper, HSK, PSC, Morse, and others.

Arbors for lathe/turning spindles are also available.

Ball-end arbors are typically used on 5-axis machining centers, but can also be used in place of a standard runout arbor.