zeus CORE
In manufacturing, time is the most valuable resource. With the zeus CORE interface, we bring the modular quick-change principle—a standard in machining centers for decades—consistently to the lathe.
Where rigid monoblock tools have previously made tight installation spaces, complex machine assignments, and long setup times difficult, zeus CORE provides noticeable relief: instead of adjusting clamping wedges or clamping screws, you position and change tools easily, significantly faster, and with high process reliability. Designed equally for Swiss-type and fixed-head lathes, zeus CORE is more than just a tool holder—it is a strategic investment in the cost-effectiveness of your entire machine capacity.
The Modular principle
A multi-part tool holder is only as good as its interface. During the development of the zeus CORE interface, the focus was uncompromisingly placed on rigidity, vibration damping, and optimal absorption of occurring knurling forces—not only matching the performance data of monoblock tools, but far exceeding them in terms of handling.
The flexible quick-change system of zeus CORE is based on a perfectly aligned system architecture. The clever combination of standardized modules covers a maximum range of applications with minimal hardware requirements.
The Interfaec - patented.
The mechanical heart. Guarantees a backlash-free, force-locking connection with maximum repeatability.
The Shank
The base shanks of zeus CORE are available in all common metric and inch sizes. This guarantees a perfect fit and maximum flexibility on any machine type—internationally and without compromises in setup time.
| Maschine type | Interface | Shaft dimentions (mm) HxB | Shaft dimentions (inch) HxB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swiss-Type lathes | P1 | 10x16 | 0.375 x 0.63 |
| 12x16 | 0.5 x 0.63 | ||
| 16x16 | 0.625 x 0.63 | ||
| Automatic short-turning lathes/ Universal lathes/ Turning/milling center | P2 | 16x20 | 0.625 x 0.787 |
| 20x20 | 0.75 x 0.787 | ||
| 25x20 | 1 x 0.787 |
Die Heads
Flexibly selectable. Many heads can be quickly converted from a right-hand to a left-hand version in no time.
The knurling wheels
Optimized for minimized radial pressure through perfectly adapted wheel widths. Newly defined wheel diameters also ensure an excellent ratio between pitch and number of teeth.
The System in Action: Your Benefits at a Glance
The CORE system was developed to eliminate traditional bottlenecks in CNC manufacturing. By strictly separating the base shank from the functional head, you achieve benefits that extend far beyond the tool itself:
- Maximum Cost-Efficiency & Productivity: Minimal setup times and reduced machine downtime thanks to the pre-setting principle. A second head is prepared outside the machine and swapped in no time just before the active tool wears out.
- Maximum Flexibility: A single system effortlessly covers multiple applications—from form knurling and cut knurling to part marking.
- Perfect Handling & Process Reliability: Intuitive operation guarantees extreme repeatability during head changes. Potential sources of error are eliminated, ensuring an absolutely reliable process.
- Enormous Range of Variants: Thanks to the modular building block system, the tool can be flexibly and precisely customized to any specific machining task.
Technical Features: The DNA of Stability
A multi-part tool holder is only as good as its interface. During the development of the zeus CORE interface, the focus was uncompromisingly placed on rigidity, vibration damping, and optimal absorption of occurring knurling forces—not only matching the performance data of monoblock tools, but far exceeding them in terms of handling.
The flexible quick-change system of zeus CORE is based on a perfectly aligned system architecture. The clever combination of standardized modules covers a maximum range of applications with minimal hardware requirements.
zeus CORE
Knurling wheels
Knurling wheels
The zeus CORE product range offers a wide variety of models for form knurling and cut knurling. Thanks to a newly developed, optimized tooth geometry, mechanical stress is ideally distributed during the forming or cutting process. This drastically reduces abrasive wear on the flanks and ensures unprecedented profile accuracy. For special custom applications, you also benefit from our decades of development expertise.
M4K – The High-Performance Material for Extreme Demands
As a pioneer in precision machining, we consistently rely on the innovative high-performance material M4K in the zeus CORE standard range. This specially developed material is no conventional compromise alloy, but is optimized for the highest mechanical loads—ideal even for difficult-to-machine materials.
Your advantages in the manufacturing process:
- Maximum Compressive Strength: Withstands extreme radial and axial forces without deformation—perfect for demanding plunge and longitudinal knurling operations.
- Reduced Wear: The combination of the M4K structure and new geometry minimizes tooth wear and significantly increases tool life.
- Highest Hot Hardness: Reliable process safety and consistent part quality, even under high cutting speeds and intense heat generation.
