Gehring Technologies has redefined precision honing for oversized components with its newly developed DH series multi-strip honing tools, capable of machining bores large enough to accommodate industrial equipment or even personnel. The Deephone series machines handle diameters from 37mm to 600mm, with specialized configurations available for even larger applications, addressing critical needs in hydraulic systems, aerospace landing gear, industrial extruders, and precision mold manufacturing.
Modular Design Enables Deep-Hole Capability
The DH series’ innovative architecture features interchangeable drive shafts available in four standardized lengths (1.5m, 3m, 6m, and 10m) connected via bayonet fittings for rapid tool changes. This modular approach allows adaptation to various machine platforms, including legacy equipment, with honing stone configurations reaching up to 300mm in width. The system’s compatibility with diverse machine spindles through specialized adapters provides manufacturers with exceptional flexibility in large-scale honing operations.
Advanced Cooling Boosts Productivity
Gehring’s internal cooling system delivers targeted coolant application directly to the cutting interface, achieving multiple performance benefits:
- 30% reduction in machining time compared to conventional methods
- Superior surface finish quality through optimized chip evacuation
- Significant coolant consumption savings versus flood cooling
The precision cooling system eliminates chip jamming risks while maintaining consistent temperature control throughout deep-hole operations, particularly valuable when processing hardened materials.
Integrated Measurement Enhances Process Control
The DH series introduces groundbreaking in-process air measurement capabilities to tube honing applications, enabling real-time diameter verification without production interruptions. This innovation eliminates the traditional requirement for tool extraction and bore cleaning before measurement, saving substantial operational time while improving quality assurance. The system’s linear stone feed mechanism further enhances precision by minimizing vibration compared to conventional rotary feed systems, resulting in quieter operation and extended tool life.
Customized Abrasive Solutions for Diverse Materials
Gehring completes the DH series offering with a comprehensive selection of cutting materials:
- Diamond and CBN stones for maximum hardness and wear resistance
- Ceramic alternatives providing cost-effective precision finishing
- Proprietary bonding technologies optimized for specific applications
With in-house manufacturing of all abrasive components, Gehring delivers tailored solutions for virtually any material requirement, from superalloys to standard steels, ensuring optimal surface quality and dimensional accuracy across large-scale honing applications. The company’s decades of experience in cutting tool development position it uniquely to address the most demanding industrial honing challenges.
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