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Aug 2025

CAT Tool Holders Explained: The What, Why, When and How of America’s Original Tool Holding System

CAT tool holders are shop-floor workhorses. See how this tool holder stays relevant, what sets it apart and how to choose the right setup.

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Tool Holders

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Manual - Coolant Inducer

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Oct 2017

Five-Axis Machining: Benefit of Underside Clamping

When clamping for five-axis machining, access to the part is an issue many metalworking shops face.

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Workholding

Sep 2018

BIG-PLUS® CAT Hi-Power Milling Chuck Slim

Correct Clamping of Mechanical Milling Chucks

When using a mechanical milling chuck that implements a needle bearing cage the correct clamping position will vary.

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Tool Holders

Apr 2017

After the tool is released it is also very important to rotate the nut two additional rotations after the tool can be removed.

Proper Clamping of Mechanical Milling Chucks

Proper clamping techniques will ensure the proper operation of all mechanical milling chucks.

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Tool Holders

Mar 2021

Tool Holder Maintenance Prevents Downtime

There are three particularly sensitive areas of the tool holder assembly that can experience process-affecting wear and tear and cause a cycle to change.

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Cleaning Tools

May 2019

Premium clamping devices ensure process reliability

The contract manufacturer Schittl from Deutsch Kaltenbrunn specializes in the production of one-offs and small series projects. Based on a recommendation from the multi-brand dealer Metzler, they use chucks from BIG DAISHOWA. This is their story.

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Jun 2025

Anatomy of a Tool Holder: Everything You Need for Tool Holding Success

Unlock better machining results with the right tool holders. Learn how design, selection and maintenance impact accuracy, tool life and overall performance.

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Tool Holders

HSK Tooling System

HSK is a German acronym that means "hollow taper shank" and serves as the hollow taper interface that connects to HSK machines using flange contact.

Jul 2023

Advantages of Modular Tooling Systems

Discover the advantages of using a modular tooling system and what makes BIG DAISHOWA modular components unique.

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Boring Tools

Feb 2021

Maximizing Machining Performance: Choosing the Right Tool Holder for High-Speed Precision in Medical Manufacturing

Tool holders play a critical role in connecting elements maximizing machining performance, however, several different styles are available and the most suitable one will depend on the operation.

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Tool Holders

Jun 2018

Use Air to Maintain Your Loading System

To maintain a highly repeatable loading system, use air to clean the clamping knobs.

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Workholding

Multi-Axis Systems

Enhance your machining capabilities with UNILOCK Multi-Axis Systems. Elevate precision work with integrated clamping solutions for multi-axis machining.

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Manual - TORQUE FIT

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