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Table X: Tool Holder

Tool Holder: A tool holder is a device used to hold a cutting tool or another tool holding component.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Tool Holder Subtype [Valid values: Collet, Bushing, Arbor, Adaptor, Boring Bar Tool Bit Holder, Lathe Tool Holder]
Manufacturer Name of the company that manufactures the tool holder (or the tool holder distributor, if applicable).
Manufacturer Catalog Number Tool holder designation or ordering code used by the manufacturer. This number provides a unique identifier for the tool holder.
Tool Holder Cost The purchase price of the tool holder by the end-user.
Coolant Through Holder? Does the tool holding component have through-the-holder coolant capabilities? [Valid values: Yes, No]

Table XA: Collet

Collet: A collet is a tool holder used to hold round-shank cutting tools in conjunction with another tool holder. A collet has a collapsible opening to accommodate and grip a range of tool shank diameters. The collet is closed around the tool shank by tightening a collet nut.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Collet Style Common style designation of the collet. [Examples: Tap, Milling, Reamer, Flex, Single Angle, Double Angle, Straight, R-8]
Collet Series Designation An alphanumeric description of a collet group.
[Examples: 100, 150, 200, 300, 200T6, J, L, M, 5C, 16C, 20C, 25C]
Overall Length The distance measured along the axis of the collet from the end closest the spindle to the end closest the cutting tool. This includes the head portion for those collets containing heads.
Collet Hole Shape The shape of the opening in the collet for holding the tool shank. This shape corresponds to the shape of the tool shank intended to be held in this collet. Typically the value of this attribute is "ROUND".
[Valid values: Round, Square, Hex]
Maximum Capacity The maximum cutting tool shank size that can be accommodated. This attribute corresponds to a tool shank diameter, square size, or hex size depending on the value of COLLET_HOLE_SHAPE (round, square, or hex, respectively).
Minimum Capacity The minimum cutting tool shank size that can be accommodated. This attribute corresponds to a tool shank diameter, square size, or hex size depending on the value of COLLET_HOLE_SHAPE (round, square, or hex, respectively).
Collet Diameter The maximum outside diameter of the collet.
Maximum Tap Size Designation (conditional) A designation for the maximum size of tap that can be accommodated by the collet. Attribute only applies where COLLET.COLLET_STYLE = TAP.
Minimum Tap Size Designation (conditional) A designation for the minimum size of tap that can be accommodated by the collet. Attribute only applies where COLLET.COLLET_STYLE = TAP.

Table XB: Bushing

Bushing: A bushing is a tool holder used to decrease the diameter of a hole or to reduce the effects of friction on moving parts. A bushing is typically a cylindrical tube-like component which mounts on the inside of a round shaft or arbor.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Bushing Series Designation An alphanumeric description of a Bushing group.
[Examples: B, C, J, Z, Morse Taper 2, Morse Taper 4, Keyway]
Bushing Length The distance measured along the axis of the Bushing from the end closest the spindle to the end closest the cutting tool. This does not include the head portion for those bushings containing heads.
Outside Diameter The maximum outside diameter of the Bushing.
Bore Diameter The inside diameter of the Bushing.

Table XC: Arbor

Arbor: An arbor is a tool holder used to transfer spindle rotation to an arbor-mounted cutting tool. The arbor is typically a round shaft with a pilot for mounting the cutting tool. An arbor nut or retaining bolt is typically used to hold the cutter to the arbor.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Arbor Size Designation (optional) Designation for the size of the Arbor. The size designation is typically a numeric value. [Examples: 1, 4, 8]
Overall Length The overall length of the arbor. If the arbor has a flange for positioning the arbor within a tool holder or machine tool, the overall length measurement includes only the distance from the tool body end of the arbor to the top of the flange (i.e., closest to the machine).
Arbor Pilot Diameter The diameter of the section of the arbor onto which the tool body is mounted. This value is equivalent to the Thread Diameter for threaded pilots.
Arbor Pilot Length The length of the section of the arbor onto which the tool body is mounted.
Arbor Pilot Taper The taper of the section of the arbor onto which the tool body is mounted. Arbor Pilot Taper will equal zero for non-tapered pilots.
Cutter Drive Feature An indication of how the tool body is driven by the arbor.
[Valid values: Key, Tenon]
Number of Tool Drive Keys (conditional) The number of keys on the arbor for driving a cutter tool body. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.CUTTER_DRIVE_FEATURE = KEY.
Tool Drive Key Width (conditional) Width of the key(s) on the arbor for driving a cutter tool body. If multiple keys exist, the width of the keys is typically the same value. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.CUTTER_DRIVE_FEATURE = KEY.
Tool Drive Key Height (conditional) Height of the key(s) on the arbor for driving a cutter tool body. If multiple keys exist, the length of the keys is typically the same value. This attribute is a measure of how far the key can be inserted into the keyway depth. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.CUTTER_DRIVE_FEATURE = KEY.
Tenon Width (conditional) Width of the tenon on the arbor for driving a cutter tool body. The tenon is inserted into a slot on the tool body. The dimensions of the tenon should be matched with the slot size on the tool body. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.CUTTER_DRIVE_FEATURE = TENON.
Tenon Height (conditional) Height of the tenon on the arbor for driving a cutter tool body. The dimensions of the tenon should be matched with the slot size on the tool body. This attribute is a measure of how far the tenon can be inserted into the slot depth. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.CUTTER_DRIVE_FEATURE = TENON.
Cutter Mount Type An indication of how the cutter tool body is held in place by the arbor. [Valid values: Arbor Nut, Retaining Bolt] Typically the tool body is placed onto the pilot of the arbor and held by either an Arbor Nut screwed onto a threaded pilot or a Retaining Bolt screwed into a threaded hole in the end of the pilot. A value of "Arbor Nut" implies that the arbor pilot is threaded. A Retaining Bolt is sometimes called an Arbor Lockscrew.
Retaining Bolt Hole Diameter (conditional) The diameter of the threaded hole in the end of the arbor for inserting a retaining bolt for attaching the cutter body to the arbor. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.CUTTER_MOUNT_TYPE = RETAINING_BOLT.
Arbor Shank Style Description of arbor shank. [Examples: V-Flange, BT-Flange, American National Standard Machine Taper, NMTB Taper, Morse Taper, Jacobs Taper, Bridgeport R-8 Shank, Cincinnati HPMC V-Flange, Brown & Sharpe Taper, HSK, Thread, Automotive Shank, Whistle Notch, Straight Shank, Weldon Shank]
Arbor Shank Taper Designation (conditional) Designation for the taper of the arbor.
[Examples: 30, 40, 50, 2JT, 3MT, 5MT, B&S No. 12, etc.]
Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.ARBOR_SHANK_STYLE = V-FLANGE, BT-FLANGE, NMTB_TAPER, MORSE_TAPER, JACOBS_TAPER, AMERICAN_NATIONAL_STANDARD_MACHINE_TAPER, BROWN&SHARPE_TAPER, or for other arbor shank styles which include a taper.
Arbor Shank Diameter (conditional) The maximum diameter of the arbor shank (i.e., the end of the arbor that is held by the tool holder or machine tool). Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.ARBOR_SHANK_STYLE = STRAIGHT_SHANK, WELDON_SHANK, AUTOMOTIVE_SHANK, WHISTLE_NOTCH, or for other non-tapered arbor shank styles specified by shank size.
Shank Drive Feature An indication of how the arbor is attached to and driven by another tool holding component or the machine spindle.
[Examples: Key, Flat, Tang, Square, Thread, Other]
Number of Shank Drive Keys (conditional) The number of keys on the arbor for attaching the arbor to a holder. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.SHANK_DRIVE_FEATURE = KEY.
Shank Drive Key Width (conditional) Width of the key(s) on the arbor for attaching the arbor to a holder. If multiple keys exist, the width of the keys is typically the same value. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.SHANK_DRIVE_FEATURE = KEY.
Shank Drive Key Length (conditional) Length of the key(s) on the arbor for attaching the arbor to a holder. If multiple keys exist, the length of the keys is typically the same value. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.SHANK_DRIVE_FEATURE = KEY.
Number of Flats (conditional) Number of flats on the arbor for attaching the arbor to a holder. Typically called a Weldon flat. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.SHANK_DRIVE_FEATURE = FLAT.
Flat Location (conditional) Distance from the tool end of the arbor to the center of the bottom flat. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.SHANK_DRIVE_FEATURE = FLAT.
Flat Length (conditional) Length of the bottom flat on the arbor. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.SHANK_DRIVE_FEATURE = FLAT.
Tang Length (conditional) Length of the tang on the spindle end of the arbor. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.SHANK_DRIVE_FEATURE = TANG.
Tang Width (conditional) Thickness of the tang on the spindle end of the arbor. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.SHANK_DRIVE_FEATURE = TANG.
Square Size (conditional) Size of the square on the spindle end of the arbor. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.SHANK_DRIVE_FEATURE = SQUARE.
Thread Diameter (conditional) The nominal diameter of the thread. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.SHANK_DRIVE_FEATURE = THREAD.
Thread Pitch (conditional) The reciprocal of the number of threads per unit length. Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.SHANK_DRIVE_FEATURE = THREAD.
Thread Form (conditional) Classification of thread profile on the arbor.
[Examples: UNC, UNF, UNEF, M, etc.]
Attribute only applies where
ARBOR.SHANK_DRIVE_FEATURE = THREAD.
Coolant Collar? (conditional) Can a coolant collar be attached to the arbor? [Valid values: Yes, No] Coolant collars are required for through-the-tool-coolant with some older machine tools which do not allow coolant through the spindle. The collar is typically placed into a groove around the arbor and forms a seal for the coolant. Some coolant collars are attached to a flange around the arbor. Newer machine tools allow coolant to flow to the cutting tool through the spindle and do not require the collar. Attribute only applies where TOOL_HOLDER.COOLANT_THROUGH_HOLDER? = YES.
Collar Channel Length (conditional) The width of the groove around the arbor for attaching a coolant collar. This value is measured along the axis of the arbor. A value of zero indicates that a channel for the coolant collar does not exist. Attribute only applies where ARBOR.COOLANT_COLLAR? = YES.
Plug Size (conditional) Size of the threaded hole in the arbor in which a plug can be inserted. Used with coolant collars to prevent coolant from exiting the shank end of the coolant channel in the arbor. Attribute only applies where TOOL_HOLDER.COOLANT_THROUGH_HOLDER? = YES.
Arbor Flange Diameter (conditional) Diameter of the enlarged, collar-like, portion of the arbor. Used for clearance calculations in tool assemblies. The flange is used as a standard tool preset in production environments. Attribute only applies for arbor styles which include a flange.

Table XD: Adaptor

Adaptor: An adaptor is a tool holder used to mount a cutting tool or another tool holding component. The adaptor typically can be mounted to another adaptor, the machine spindle for milling operations, or to the machine turret for turning operations. Adaptors typically hold shank-driven cutting tools, but some adaptor types include a pilot for arbor-mounted tools.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Adaptor Subtype [Valid values: Endmill Adaptor, Automotive Adaptor, Straight Shank Adaptor, Shellmill/Facemill Adaptor, Jacobs Taper Adaptor, Drill Chuck Adaptor, Drill Chuck, Morse Taper Adaptor, Boring Head Adaptor, Collet Chuck Adaptor, Tap Chuck Shank Adaptor, Tap Chuck, Tap Adaptor, Shank Conversion Adaptor]
Adaptor Shank Style Common style designation for the shank of the adaptor.
[Examples: V-Flange, BT-Flange, American National Standard Machine Taper, NMTB Taper, Morse Taper, Jacobs Taper, Bridgeport R-8 Shank, Cincinnati HPMC V-Flange, Brown & Sharpe Taper, Thread, HSK, VDI, Automotive Shank, Whistle Notch, Straight Shank, Weldon Shank]
Note #1: The Whistle Notch method uses a modified straight shank with a 5 degree back-tapered flat on one side for locating a set screw. Note #2: The VDI shank style implies correspondence to the VDI 3425-2 or DIN 69 880 standards for lathe tool holders. Note #3: When ADAPTOR_SUBTYPE = TAP_ADAPTOR, ADAPTOR_SHANK_STYLE = STRAIGHT_SHANK.
Shank Taper Designation (conditional) The taper designation of the adaptor end mounted to the machine spindle or another tool holding component.
[Examples: 30, 40, 50, 2JT, 3MT, 5MT, B&S No. 12, etc.]
Attribute only applies where
ADAPTOR.ADAPTOR_SHANK_STYLE = V-FLANGE, BT-FLANGE, NMTB_TAPER, MORSE_TAPER, JACOBS_TAPER, AMERICAN_NATIONAL_STANDARD_MACHINE_TAPER, BROWN&SHARPE_TAPER, or for other adaptor shank styles which include a taper.
Shank Diameter (conditional) The largest outside diameter of the adaptor shank. Attribute only applies where
ADAPTOR.ADAPTOR_SHANK_STYLE = STRAIGHT_SHANK, WELDON_SHANK, AUTOMOTIVE_SHANK, WHISTLE_NOTCH, VDI, or for other non-tapered adaptor shank styles specified by shank size.
Shank Length (conditional) The length of the adaptor shank, measured along the adaptor axis from the end closest to the machine spindle to the back of the adaptor body. Attribute only applies where
ADAPTOR.ADAPTOR_SHANK_STYLE = STRAIGHT_SHANK, WELDON_SHANK, AUTOMOTIVE_SHANK, WHISTLE_NOTCH, VDI, or for other non-tapered adaptor shank styles specified by shank size.
Thread Diameter (conditional) The nominal diameter of the thread on the shank of the adaptor for holding the adaptor in another tool holding component. Attribute only applies where
ADAPTOR.ADAPTOR_SHANK_STYLE = THREAD.
Thread Pitch (conditional) The reciprocal of the number of threads per unit length on the shank of the adaptor for holding the adaptor in another tool holding component. Attribute only applies where
ADAPTOR.ADAPTOR_SHANK_STYLE = THREAD.
Thread Form (conditional) Classification of thread profile on the shank of the adaptor for holding the adaptor in another tool holding component.
[Examples: UNC, UNF, UNEF, M etc.]
Attribute only applies where
ADAPTOR.ADAPTOR_SHANK_STYLE = THREAD.
Gage Length The distance measured along the axis of the adaptor from the end closest to the cutting tool to the point representing the end of the gage length. For adaptors having a flange, the gage length reference point is located above the flange on the side closest to the machine spindle. For adaptors with adjustable length capabilities (e.g., Tap Adaptors), this attribute is the maximum possible length.
Adaptor Diameter The largest outside diameter of the portion of the adaptor protruding from the machine tool, excluding the flange if one exists.

Table XD1: Endmill Adaptor

Endmill Adaptor: An endmill adaptor is an adaptor which is specifically designed to hold endmills. Typically the endmill adaptor will include either one or two locking screws to hold the endmill within the adaptor.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
End Mill Capacity The shank diameter of the end mill that can be held by this adaptor (i.e., the diameter of the bore in the cutting end of the adaptor).

Table XD2: Automotive Adaptor

Automotive Adaptor: An automotive adaptor is used to adapt "automotive -shank" tool holders to machining center use. An automotive shank consists of a threaded, whistle-notch shank (i.e., modified straight shank with a 5 degree back-taper on one side) with a Woodruff key for locating and driving the shank within the holder. The threads are used to set the desired length that the automotive-shank tool holder can be inserted into the automotive adaptor by adjusting a collar that travels along the threads.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Bore Diameter The diameter of the bore on the end of the adaptor used for mounting the automotive shank holder (i.e., the capacity).

Table XD3: Straight Shank Adaptor

Straight Shank Adaptor: An straight shank adaptor is an adaptor which is specifically designed to hold other tool holding components or cutting tools with round straight shanks. Typically the straight shank adaptor will include either one or two locking screws to hold the cutting tool within the adaptor.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Shank Capacity The shank diameter of the cutting tool that can be held by this adaptor (i.e., the diameter of the bore in the cutting end of the adaptor).
Minimum Stop Length The distance to the stop screw from the cutting tool end of the adaptor when set at its shortest length. This distance specifies how far the cutting tool shank can be inserted into the adaptor. The stop screw can typically be set to accommodate a range of lengths.
Maximum Stop Length The distance to the stop screw from the cutting tool end of the adaptor when set at its longest length. This distance specifies how far the cutting tool shank can be inserted into the adaptor. The stop screw can typically be set to accommodate a range of lengths.

Table XD4: Shellmill/Facemill Adaptor

Shellmill/Facemill Adaptor: A shellmill/facemill adaptor is an adaptor which is specifically designed to hold shellmills or facemills, respectively. These adaptor types share the same attributes. In both cases, the milling cutter is mounted onto an arbor-like pilot built into the adaptor.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Pilot Length The length of the pilot extending from the adaptor body closest to the cutting tool, measured along the adaptor axis.
Pilot Diameter The outside diameter of the pilot.
Retaining Bolt Hole Diameter The diameter of the threaded hole in the end of the pilot for inserting a retaining bolt for attaching the cutter body to the adaptor. Typically the tool body is placed onto the pilot of the adaptor and held in place by a retaining bolt. A retaining bolt is sometimes called a lockscrew.
Cutter Drive Feature An indication of how the tool body is driven by the adaptor.
[Valid values: Key, Tenon]
Number of Drive Keys (conditional) The number of keys on the adaptor for driving the cutter tool body. Attribute only applies where SHELLMILL_FACEMILL_ADAPTOR.CUTTER_DRIVE_FEATURE = KEY.
Key Width (conditional) Width of the key(s) on the adaptor for driving a cutter tool body. If multiple keys exist, the width of the keys is typically the same value. Attribute only applies where SHELLMILL_FACEMILL_ADAPTOR.CUTTER_DRIVE_FEATURE = KEY.
Key Height (conditional) Height of the key(s) on the adaptor for driving a cutter tool body. If multiple keys exist, the length of the keys is typically the same value. This attribute is a measure of how far the key can be inserted into the keyway depth. Attribute only applies where SHELLMILL_FACEMILL_ADAPTOR.CUTTER_DRIVE_FEATURE = KEY.
Tenon Width (conditional) Width of the tenon on the adaptor for driving a cutter tool body. The tenon is inserted into a slot on the tool body. The dimensions of the tenon should be matched with the slot size on the tool body. Attribute only applies where SHELLMILL_FACEMILL_ADAPTOR.CUTTER_DRIVE_FEATURE = TENON.
Tenon Height (conditional) Height of the tenon on the adaptor for driving a cutter tool body. The dimensions of the tenon should be matched with the slot size on the tool body. This attribute is a measure of how far the tenon can be inserted into the slot depth. Attribute only applies where SHELLMILL_FACEMILL_ADAPTOR.CUTTER_DRIVE_FEATURE = TENON.

Table XD5: Jacobs Taper Adaptor and Drill Chuck Adaptor

Jacobs Taper Adaptor: A Jacobs taper adaptor is an adaptor which provides a Jacobs taper pilot on the cutting tool end (i.e., the end away from the spindle). Drill Chuck Adaptor: A drill chuck adaptor is an adaptor used to mount a drill chuck to the machine tool. Sometimes called a drill chuck arbor. These adaptor types share the same attributes.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Jacobs Taper Designation The designation of the taper on the adaptor pilot.
[Examples: 2JT, 3JT, 4JT, 5JT, 6JT, 33JT]
Pilot Length The length of the pilot measured along the adaptor axis. This measurement is made from the cutter end of the pilot to the end of the tapered portion of the pilot.
Pilot Diameter The outside diameter of the pilot.

Table XD6: Drill Chuck

Drill Chuck: A drill chuck is a tool holder that provides jaws at the cutting tool end to hold a drill. A drill chuck is typically mounted on the Jacobs taper pilot of a drill chuck adaptor or drill chuck arbor.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Drill Chuck Taper Designation The shank taper designation of the mounting of the Drill Chuck.
[Examples: 2JT, 3JT, 4JT, 5JT, 6JT, 33JT]
Maximum Jaw Capacity The maximum cutting tool shank diameter that can be accommodated by the jaws of the drill chuck.
Minimum Jaw Capacity The minimum cutting tool shank diameter that can be accommodated by the jaws of the drill chuck.
Maximum Overall Length The distance measured along the axis of the drill chuck from the end of the jaws to the end closest to the machine spindle. The maximum length of the drill chuck occurs when the jaws are closed. Replaces ADAPTOR.GAGE_LENGTH.
Key Number (optional) An alphanumeric identifier designating the key to be used for opening and closing the jaws of the drill chuck.

Table XD7: Morse Taper Adaptor

Morse Taper Adaptor: A Morse taper adaptor is an adaptor which accepts cutting tools or other tool holding components with a Morse taper shank.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Morse Taper Designation An alphanumeric value designating the taper on the bore of the adaptor. [Examples: 3MT, 5MT, etc.]

Table XD8: Boring Head Adaptor

Boring Head Adaptor: A boring head adaptor is an adaptor which provides a threaded pilot onto which a boring head can be mounted.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Pilot Length The length of the threaded pilot extending from the adaptor body, measured along the adaptor axis.
Pilot Diameter The outside diameter of the pilot. Since the pilot is threaded, this attribute is equivalent to Thread Diameter of the pilot.
Thread Pitch The reciprocal of the number of threads per unit length.
Thread Form Classification of the thread profile.
[Examples: UNC, UNF, UNEF, M, etc.].

Table XD9: Collet Chuck Adaptor

Collet Chuck Adaptor: A collet chuck adaptor, sometimes called simply a collet chuck, is an adaptor which requires a collet to hold the cutting tool. This type of adaptor is quite versatile in that it can be used to hold a variety of round-shank cutting tools, including milling cutters, reamers, and boring tools.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Collet Series Designation An alphanumeric description of a collet group.
[Examples: 100, 150, 200, 300, 200T6, J, L, M]
Collet Maximum Capacity The maximum cutting tool shank diameter that can be accommodated by the collet.
Collet Minimum Capacity The minimum cutting tool shank diameter that can be accommodated by the collet.
Minimum Stop Length The distance to the stop screw from the cutting tool end of the adaptor when set at its shortest length. This distance specifies how far the cutting tool shank can be inserted into the adaptor. The stop screw can typically be set to accommodate a range of lengths.
Maximum Stop Length The distance to the stop screw from the cutting tool end of the adaptor when set at its longest length. This distance specifies how far the cutting tool shank can be inserted into the adaptor. The stop screw can typically be set to accommodate a range of lengths.

Table XD10: Tap Chuck Shank Adaptor

Tap Chuck Shank Adaptor: A tap chuck shank adaptor is an adaptor used to mount a tap chuck to the machine tool.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Tap Chuck Identifier An identifier specifying the Tap Chuck to be used with the Tap Chuck Shank Adaptor. A Tap Chuck is required for use of a Tap Chuck Shank Adaptor. <Reference to ADAPTOR:TAP_CHUCK>
Tap Chuck Mount Method The method used to mount the Tap Chuck to the Tap Chuck Shank Adaptor. [Valid values: Whistle Notch, Straight Shank, Jacobs Taper, Morse Taper, Thread]
Bore Diameter (conditional) The diameter of the bore in the Tap Chuck Shank Adaptor used for holding a Tap Chuck. Attribute only applies where TAP_CHUCK_MOUNT_METHOD = WHISTLE NOTCH or STRAIGHT SHANK.
Bore Depth (conditional) The depth of the bore in the end of the Tap Chuck Shank Adaptor, used for holding a Tap Chuck. Attribute only applies where TAP_CHUCK_MOUNT_METHOD = WHISTLE NOTCH or STRAIGHT SHANK.
Tap Chuck Taper Designation (conditional) Designation of the taper of the Tap Chuck Shank Adaptor and the corresponding Tap Chuck. [Examples: 6JT, 33JT, 3MT, 5MT, etc.] Attribute only applies where TAP_CHUCK_MOUNT_METHOD = JACOBS TAPER or MORSE TAPER.
Thread Diameter (conditional) The nominal diameter of the thread on the shaft of the Tap Chuck Shank Adaptor for holding the Tap Chuck. Attribute only applies where
TAP_CHUCK_MOUNT_METHOD = THREAD.
Thread Pitch (conditional) The reciprocal of the number of threads per unit length on the shaft of the Tap Chuck Shank Adaptor for holding the Tap Chuck. Attribute only applies where
TAP_CHUCK_MOUNT_METHOD = THREAD.
Thread Form (conditional) Classification of thread profile on the shaft of the Tap Chuck Shank Adaptor for holding the Tap Chuck.
[Examples: UNC, UNF, UNEF, M etc.].
Attribute only applies where
TAP_CHUCK_MOUNT_METHOD = THREAD.

Table XD11: Tap Chuck

Tap Chuck: A tap chuck is a tool holder specifically designed for tapping operations. The tap chuck may hold the tap directly, through a collet, or through an intermediate tap adaptor. The tap chuck is typically mounted to a tap chuck shank adaptor or the machine tool.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Tap Chuck Subtype [Valid values: Reversible Tapping Head]
Tension Compensation Value The value representing the maximum extension distance allowable for self feeding of the tap.
Compression Compensation Value The value representing the maximum compression distance allowable for self feeding of the tap.
Tap Adaptor Required? Is a Tap Adaptor necessary for the Tap Chuck to hold a cutting tool? [Valid values: Yes, No]
Bore Diameter (conditional) The diameter of the hole in the end of the Tap Chuck body used for holding a Tap Adaptor. Attribute only applies where TAP_CHUCK.TAP_ADAPTOR_REQUIRED? = YES.
Bore Depth (conditional) The depth of the bore in the end of the Tap Chuck, used for holding a Tap Adaptor. Attribute only applies where TAP_CHUCK.TAP_ADAPTOR_REQUIRED? = YES.
Tap Adaptor Size Designation (conditional) An alphanumeric identification of the Tap Adaptor size. Attribute only applies where TAP_CHUCK.TAP_ADAPTOR_REQUIRED? = YES.
Tap Adaptor Identifier (conditional) <Reference to ADAPTOR:TAP_ADAPTOR> Attribute only applies where TAP_CHUCK.TAP_ADAPTOR_REQUIRED? = YES.
Maximum Tap Size Designation (conditional) The maximum size of tap that can be accommodated by the tap chuck. Attribute only applies where TAP_CHUCK.TAP_ADAPTOR_REQUIRED? = NO.
Minimum Tap Size Designation (conditional) The minimum size of tap that can be accommodated by the tap chuck. Attribute only applies where TAP_CHUCK.TAP_ADAPTOR_REQUIRED? = NO.
Maximum Tap Shank Diameter (conditional) The maximum cutting tool shank diameter that can be accommodated by the tap chuck. Attribute only applies where TAP_CHUCK.TAP_ADAPTOR_REQUIRED? = NO.
Minimum Tap Shank Diameter (conditional) The minimum cutting tool shank diameter that can be accommodated by the tap chuck. Attribute only applies where TAP_CHUCK.TAP_ADAPTOR_REQUIRED? = NO.
Collet Required? (conditional) Is a collet necessary for the Tap Chuck to hold a cutting tool?
[Valid values: Yes, No]
Attribute only applies where TAP_CHUCK.TAP_ADAPTOR_REQUIRED? = NO.
Collet Series Designation (conditional) An alphanumeric description of a collet group.
[Examples: 100, 150, 200, 300, 200T6, J, L, M]
Attribute only applies where
TAP_CHUCK.COLLET_REQUIRED? = YES.

Table XD11a: Reversible Tapping Head

Reversible Tapping Head: A reversible tapping head is a special type of tap chuck with a self-contained motor, actuators, and reversible spindle for holding and controlling the tap tool. A reversible tapping head enables a controlled withdrawal of the tap from the workpiece during threading operations.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Tapping Head Series Designation An alphanumeric identification of the tapping head size.
Tapping Head Diameter The diameter of the tapping head body.
Stop Arm Mounting Distance The distance from the axis of the tapping head to the axis of the stop arm mounting bolt, measured normal to the two axes.
Stop Arm Clearance Distance The distance from the axis of the tapping head to the outer most portion of the stop arm mount, measured normal to the tapping head axis. This is the Reversible Tapping Head maximum radius.
Maximum RPM The maximum number of revolutions per minute (RPM) of the machine spindle recommended for use of the Reversible Tapping Head.

Table XD12: Tap Adaptor

Tap Adaptor: A tap adaptor is a tool holding component specifically designed for tapping operations. The tap adaptor may hold the tap directly or through use of a collet. The tap adaptor is typically mounted into a tap chuck for tapping operations.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Adaptor Size Designation An alphanumeric identification of the Tap Adaptor size.
Minimum Gage Length (conditional) The minimum gage length capable of the Tap Adaptor. Attribute only applies for Tap Adaptors with adjustable length capabilities.
Maximum Tap Size The maximum size of tap that can be accommodated by the Tap Adaptor.
Minimum Tap Size The minimum size of tap that can be accommodated by the Tap Adaptor.
Maximum Tap Shank The maximum cutting tool shank diameter that can be accommodated by the Tap Adaptor.
Minimum Tap Shank The minimum cutting tool shank diameter that can be accommodated by the Tap Adaptor.
Collet Required? Is a collet necessary for the Tap Adaptor to hold a cutting tool?
[Valid values: Yes, No]
Collet Series Designation (conditional) An alphanumeric description of a collet group.
[Examples: 100, 150, 200, 300, 200T6, J, L, M]
Attribute only applies where
TAP_ADAPTOR.COLLET_REQUIRED? = YES.
Bore Depth (conditional) The depth of the bore in the end of the Tap Adaptor, used for holding a tap. Attribute only applies where
TAP_ADAPTOR.COLLET_REQUIRED? = NO.
Torque Control? Is the Tap Adaptor designed with torque control capabilities?
[Valid values: Yes, No]

Table XD13: Shank Conversion Adaptor

Shank Conversion Adaptor: A shank conversion adaptor is an adaptor which provides one of the following:
1) a "non-standard" conversion from one spindle mount style to another (i.e., the adaptor accepts another tool holder or cutting tool with a shank style different than the shank style of the adaptor itself) (Example: Bridgeport R-8 shank to V-Flange 30 taper), 2) a conversion from one shank size or shank taper designation to another (with the same shank style on both ends) (Example: V-Flange 30 taper to V-Flange 40 taper), or 3) an extension of the adaptor length. Other potential names for this adaptor subtype include Reduction Sleeve or Extension Socket.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Shank Style for Machine The style of shank that is required on the end of the Shank Conversion Adaptor to be inserted into the machine tool spindle.
[Examples: V-Flange, BT-Flange, American National Standard Machine Taper, NMTB Taper, Morse Taper, Bridgeport R-8 Shank, Cincinnati HPMC V-Flange, Brown & Sharpe Taper, HSK, VDI, etc.]
Replaces ADAPTOR.ADAPTOR_SHANK_STYLE.
Taper Designation for Machine The taper designation that is required on the end of the Shank Conversion Adaptor to be inserted into the machine tool spindle. [Examples: 30, 40, 50, 3MT, 5MT, B&S No. 12, etc.] Replaces ADAPTOR.SHANK_TAPER_DESIGNATION.
Tool Holder Shank Style The style of shank that can be received by the bore of the Shank Conversion Adaptor. This style must match the shank style of the desired tool holder or cutting tool to be held by the Shank Conversion Adaptor. [Examples: V-Flange, BT-Flange, American National Standard Machine Taper, NMTB Taper, Morse Taper, Jacobs Taper, Bridgeport R-8 Shank, Cincinnati HPMC V-Flange, Brown & Sharpe Taper, HSK, Thread, Automotive Shank, Whistle Notch, Straight Shank, Weldon Shank]
Tool Holder Taper Designation (conditional) Designation of the taper on the bore of the Shank Conversion Adaptor to receive the tool holder or cutting tool.
[Examples: 30, 40, 50, 2JT, 3MT, 5MT, B&S No. 12, etc.]
Attribute only applies where
TOOL_HOLDER_SHANK_STYLE = V-FLANGE, BT-FLANGE, NMTB_TAPER, MORSE_TAPER, JACOBS_TAPER, AMERICAN_NATIONAL_STANDARD_MACHINE_TAPER, BROWN&SHARPE_TAPER, or for other shank styles which include a taper.
Bore Diameter (conditional) Diameter of the bore of the Shank Conversion Adaptor to receive the tool holder or cutting tool. Attribute only applies where
TOOL_HOLDER_SHANK_STYLE = STRAIGHT_SHANK, WELDON_SHANK, AUTOMOTIVE_SHANK, WHISTLE_NOTCH, or for other non-tapered adaptor shank styles specified by shank size.
Thread Diameter (conditional) The nominal diameter of the thread on the bore of the Shank Conversion Adaptor for holding another tool holding component. Attribute only applies where
TOOL_HOLDER_SHANK_STYLE = THREAD.
Thread Pitch (conditional) The reciprocal of the number of threads per unit length on the bore of the Shank Conversion Adaptor for holding another tool holding component. Attribute only applies where
TOOL_HOLDER_SHANK_STYLE = THREAD.
Thread Form (conditional) Classification of thread profile on the bore of the Shank Conversion Adaptor for holding another tool holding component.
[Examples: UNC, UNF, UNEF, M etc.]
Attribute only applies where
TOOL_HOLDER_SHANK_STYLE = THREAD.

Table XE: Boring Bar Tool Bit Holder

Boring Bar Tool Bit Holder: A boring bar tool bit holder consists of a boring bar shaft supported and rotated about its lengthwise centerpoint. Brazed boring bar tool bits are mounted in slots on either end of the rotating boring bar shaft. The boring bar shaft is mounted in a shank which attaches to the rotating machine spindle. This form of tooling assembly is typically not used in today's high precision manufacturing environments.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Number of Cutting Ends The number of brazed boring tool bits that can be held by this Boring Bar Tool Bit Holder. No more than one boring tool bit may be mounted on each end of the boring bar shaft. [Valid values: 1, 2]
Boring Bar Diameter The diameter of the boring bar shaft that holds the brazed boring tool bit(s).
Boring Bar Length The length of the boring bar shaft that holds the brazed boring tool bit(s).
Boring Bar Angle The angle in which the brazed boring tool bit is held within the boring bar shaft. This angle dictates the angle in which the tool bit will contact the workpiece.
Second Boring Bar Angle (conditional) The angle in which the second brazed boring tool bit is held within the boring bar shaft. This angle dictates the angle in which this tool bit will contact the workpiece. If the Boring Bar Tool Bit Holder can hold more than one boring tool bit, no distinction is made between which boring tool bit is considered "first" versus "second". Attribute only applies where NUMBER_OF_CUTTING_ENDS = 2.
Tool Bit Shape The shape of the tool bit(s) that can be held by this Boring Bar Tool Bit Holder. [Valid values: Round, Square] If the Boring Bar Tool Bit Holder can hold more than one boring tool bit, it is assumed that both tool bits will be of the same shape.
Cutter Diameter (conditional) The shank diameter of the brazed boring tool bit(s) that can be held by this Boring Bar Tool Bit Holder. Attribute only applies where TOOL_BIT_SHAPE = ROUND.
Cutter Square Size (conditional) The shank square size of the brazed boring tool bit(s) that can be held by this Boring Bar Tool Bit Holder. Attribute only applies where TOOL_BIT_SHAPE = SQUARE.
Shank Mount Style The method used to attach the shank of this Boring Bar Tool Bit Holder to the machine spindle. This attribute may consist of a generic mount type or a manufacturer-specific designation to indicate the specific mount style. [Examples: Thread, V-Flange, BT-Flange, Straight Shank, Specialty Coupling, etc.]

Table XF: Lathe Tool Holder

Lathe Tool Holder: A lathe tool holder is used to mount lathe tool bodies to the turning machine.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Lathe Tool Holder Subtype [Valid values: Brazed Lathe Tool Bit Holder, Lathe Tool Shank, Tool Block]
Holder Length The overall length of the Lathe Tool Holder.

Table XF1: Brazed Lathe Tool Bit Holder

Brazed Lathe Tool Bit Holder: A brazed lathe tool bit holder is specifically designed to hold and position a brazed lathe tool bit within the lathe. The brazed lathe tool bit holder is typically held on the lathe using a tool block.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Cutter Square Size The size of lathe tool bit shank that can be held by this tool holding component. Brazed lathe tool bits typically have square or rectangular shanks.
Mount Direction An indication of the mount configuration of the lathe tool bit body into the Brazed Lathe Tool Bit Holder.
[Valid values: Right Hand, Left Hand, Straight]
Holder Shank Height The shank height of the Brazed Lathe Tool Bit Holder.
Holder Shank Width The shank width of the Brazed Lathe Tool Bit Holder.

Table XF2: Lathe Tool Shank

Lathe Tool Shank: A lathe tool shank is specifically designed to hold and position a lathe tool blade within the lathe. The lathe tool shank is typically held on the lathe using a tool block.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Blade Style Designation Common style designation of the lathe tool blade that can be held by this tool holding component.
[Examples: General Purpose, Anvil, Manchester, etc.]
Blade Size Designation An indication of the size of the lathe tool blade that can be held by this tool holding component.
Mount Direction An indication of the mount configuration of the lathe tool blade into the Lathe Tool Shank. [Valid values: Straight, Angled] Lathe tool blades are typically mounted either straight or angled at 90 degrees within the holder.
Holder Shank Height The shank height of the Lathe Tool Shank.
Holder Shank Width The shank width of the Lathe Tool Shank.

Table XF3: Tool Block

Tool Block: A tool block is a lathe tool holder that is typically bolted directly to the lathe machine tool or lathe turret or mounted using a standardized shank style. The tool block consists of a square or rectangular opening or slot for mounting the rectangular shank of a lathe tool body or another lathe tool holder.
Attribute Name Description of Attribute
Slot Height The height of the slot in the Tool Block for holding the rectangular shank of a lathe tool body or another lathe tool holder.
Slot Width The width of the slot in the Tool Block for holding the rectangular shank of a lathe tool body or another lathe tool holder.
Tool Block Height The overall height of the Tool Block.
Tool Block Width The overall width of the Tool Block.
Mount Direction An indication of the mount configuration of the Tool Block on the lathe. [Valid values: Right Hand, Left Hand]
Mounting Method The method used to attach the Tool Block to the lathe machine tool.
[Valid values: Bolt Pattern, Shank]
Shank Style (conditional) Common style designation for the shank of the Tool Block.
[Examples: American National Standard Machine Taper, VDI]
Attribute only applies where MOUNT_METHOD = SHANK.
Shank Size Designation (conditional) A value indicating shank size of the Tool Block. The specific form of this value will be based upon the shank style. [Examples: 30, 40, 50] Attribute only applies where MOUNT_METHOD = SHANK.
Bolt Pattern Name (conditional) The manufacturer's name for the bolt hole pattern provided for mounting the Tool Block. Attribute only applies where MOUNT_METHOD = BOLT_PATTERN.



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