Dual Output 90° Right Angle Head (DK90-BT40-2X Series)

Dual Output 90° Right Angle Head (DK90-BT40-2X Series)

The DK90-BT40-2X Series (comprising ER16-2X, ER25-2X, ER25-2X-125, and F25-2X) is a high-efficiency 90-degree right angle head engineered with dual opposed spindle outputs positioned 180° apart. Designed for BT40 vertical machining centers (VMC) and horizontal machining centers (HMC), this double-sided angle head allows mounting two cutting tools simultaneously—such as an end mill on one side and a tap on the other, or dual face milling cutters.


By indexing the machine spindle or reversing machine axis motion, operators can process opposite internal workpiece walls or execute two sequential machining operations without initiating an automatic tool changer (ATC) cycle, cutting non-productive tool change time.


Key Technical Features and Material Standards

  • Opposed Dual Spindle Output (180° Configuration): Built with two collinear spindle outputs on opposite sides of the housing. This double-ended drive mechanism supports ER collet clamping (ER16/ER25) or F25 face milling arbor adapters for disc cutters.
  • Dual Rotational Direction Options: Available in standard CW-CW dual rotation or specialized Left: CW-CW / Right: CCW-CW gear train configurations (DK90-BT40-ER25-2X-125), giving programmers full flexibility when running right-hand vs. left-hand cutting tools.
  • Heavy-Duty Monoblock Casing: Cast from high-strength structural iron/alloy and subjected to stress-relief heat treatment. The symmetrical monoblock body balances radial cutting forces during double-sided milling.
  • Gleason Precision Ground Bevel Gears: Internal gearing utilizes Gleason ground spiral bevel gears in 20CrMnTi Alloy Steel. Carburized and quenched to HRC 58-62 and ground to ISO Grade 4 precision, ensuring gear transmission backlash ≤ 15 arcmin and noise ≤ 70 dB under full load.
  • Preloaded Dual Spindle Bearings: Both output spindles are supported by preloaded, high-precision P4 class angular contact ball bearings (NSK/FAG), maintaining spindle nose runout ≤ 0.005 mm on both output ends.

2D/3D Technical Drawings and CAD Download Center

dual output 90° right angle head (dk90 bt40 2x series)

Technical Specifications

ModelInput ShankSpindle OutputGage Length (L)Max. SpeedGear RatioSpindle RotationPassing Dia. (D)Clamping RangeTapping CapacityMax. TorqueNet WeightStock Status
DK90-BT40-ER16-2XBT40ER16 x 257.5 mm8,000 RPM1:1CW-CWD132 mmØ1.0 – Ø10.0 mmM6 – M1046.0 Nm4.163 kgAlways in Stock
DK90-BT40-ER25-2XBT40ER25 x 266.0 mm6,800 RPM1:1CW-CWD140 mmØ1.0 – Ø16.0 mmM6 – M1446.0 Nm6.900 kgAlways in Stock
DK90-BT40-ER25-2X-125BT40ER25 x 2125.0 mm6,800 RPM1:1Left: CW-CW / Right: CCW-CWD140 mmØ1.0 – Ø16.0 mmM6 – M1446.0 Nm5.850 kgAlways in Stock
DK90-BT40-F25-2XBT40F25 Arbor x 2Modular6,800 RPM1:1CW-CWD140 mmFace Mill Arbor Ø25 mmM6 – M1446.0 Nm6.200 kgAvailable upon Request

Quality Assurance and Testing Standards

Before dispatch, every DK90-BT40-2X series angle head undergoes a 100% Quality Inspection Protocol:

  • Dual Spindle Runout Inspection: Runout is measured independently on both output spindle tapers with a high-precision dial indicator, held to ≤ 0.005 mm at the spindle nose and ≤ 0.015 mm at 4D distance on both sides.
  • 60-Minute Continuous Run-In: Tested continuously at full rated speed for 60 minutes. Housing temperature rise must remain ≤ 25°C above ambient temperature across both gear outputs.
  • Anti-Backlash Alignment: Verified with angular encoders to confirm gear transmission backlash remains ≤ 15 arcminutes on both drive ends.

Target Industries and Industrial Applications

  • Automotive Transmission and Engine Housings: Sequential drilling, tapping, and spot-facing on opposite internal faces of gearbox housings and cylinder blocks.
  • Hydraulic Valve Blocks and Manifolds: Machining parallel internal ports and valve seats located on opposing inner walls of complex hydraulic manifolds.
  • Parallel Slotting and Dual-Side Mold Features: Performing simultaneous or indexing side milling operations on opposite sides of mold plates and slider guides.

CNC Machine Compatibility

Optimized for medium-to-large Vertical Machining Centers (VMC) and Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC). Compatible spindle interfaces include:

  • Spindle Standards: BT40 / BBT40 (Face & Taper double contact) / SK40 / HSK63A.
  • Typical Machine Brands: Compatible with Haas, Mazak, Okuma, Doosan / DN Solutions, Makino, and Hurco machine tools.

B2B Industrial Packing and Shipping Standards

  • Anti-Rust Protection: Coated with heavy-duty anti-rust oil and vacuum-sealed in a high-barrier VCI (Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor) bag accompanied by industrial desiccant packs.
  • Shock Absorption: Cradled inside custom-contoured, high-density polyurethane protective foam inserts to isolate both output spindles and the BT40 taper from transport shock.
  • Export Outer Casing: Each unit is crated in an ISPM 15-compliant, Fumigation-Free Plywood Wooden Case equipped with quick-locking metal clasps.
  • HS Code: 8466.10.10.00 or 8466.30.00.90.
  • Lead Time: Standard models are shipped within 5-7 working days. Custom positioning blocks (G-distance) are completed and shipped within 15-20 working days.
  • Shipment Ports: Shanghai / Ningbo / Tianjin Port, China.
  • Incoterms Supported: FOB, CIF, EXW, FCA, DDU, DDP.
  • Express Delivery: Shipped via international air couriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS) with delivery to Europe and North America within 3-5 business days.

Technical Setup and Stop Block Alignment Guide

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       ┌──────────────────────────────────────┐
       │     MACHINE TOOL SPINDLE FACE        │
       └──────────────────┬───────────────────┘
                          │ (Spindle Centerline)
                          │ 
                          ▼◄──────  G  ──────►[STOP BLOCK]
                       ┌─────┐                    │
                       │Taper│                    │ (Locking Bore)
                       └─────┘                    ▼
                          │               ┌───────────────┐
                     ┌────┴────┐          │ Positioning   │
                     │  Body   ├──────────┤ Pin (D18/D20) │
                     │  Casing │          └───────────────┘
                     └─────────┘
  1. Stop Block Mounting: Securely bolt the heavy-duty stop block (retaining block) to the front face of the VMC machine spindle.
  2. Verify Center Distance (G-Dimension): Confirm that the center-to-center distance between the machine spindle and positioning pin socket matches your ordered G-Distance (commonly 65mm, 80mm, or 110mm).
  3. Indicate Side Runout: Chuck a ground test arbor into one ER output collet, then repeat on the opposite output collet. Sweeping a dial indicator horizontally along both arbors, adjust the stop block’s locking bolts until parallelism is aligned within 0.015 mm per 100mm on both ends.
  4. Confirm ATC Clearances: Run a manual tool changer (ATC) test cycle at low speed to verify the automatic arm smoothly grabs, seats, and releases the BT40 taper without physical interference from either output nose.

Technical FAQ

A: A dual output angle head holds two tools at once (positioned 180° apart). This allows operators to perform two sequential operations—such as drilling with side A and tapping with side B—or machine opposite internal walls simply by indexing the machine spindle or B-axis, completely eliminating tool change time.

A: The DK90-BT40-ER25-2X-125 features a dual-directional internal gear configuration. When the machine spindle rotates Clockwise (CW), output side A rotates Clockwise (CW), while output side B rotates Counter-Clockwise (CCW). This design allows using standard right-hand cutting tools on side A and left-hand or reverse cutting tools on side B.

A: The DK90-BT40-F25-2X model features dual Ø25 mm face mill arbors (shell mill arbors) instead of ER collet chucks. It is designed for mounting dual disc milling cutters or face mills for simultaneous or indexing side face milling in narrow internal cavities.

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