Heavy-Duty Dual Output 90° Right Angle Head (DK90-BT50-2X Series)

Heavy-Duty Dual Output 90° Right Angle Head (DK90-BT50-2X Series)

The DK90-BT50-2X Series (including ER16-2X, ER25-2X, ER25-2X-110, and ER32-2X) is a heavy-duty, high-efficiency 90-degree right angle head featuring opposed dual spindle outputs positioned 180° apart. Designed for BT50 vertical machining centers (VMC), horizontal machining centers (HMC), and gantry milling machines, this double-sided angle head permits mounting two cutting tools simultaneously—such as an end mill on one side and a tap or drill on the opposite side.


Delivering cutting torque up to 65.0 Nm and tool clamping capacities up to Ø20.0 mm (ER32), the DK90-BT50-2X series allows operators to machine parallel internal faces or perform sequential machining operations simply by indexing the machine spindle or B-axis, completely eliminating automatic tool changer (ATC) cycle times.


Key Technical Features and Material Standards

  • Opposed Dual Spindle Output (180° Configuration): Built with two collinear output spindles on opposite sides of the heavy housing. This double-ended drive mechanism allows mounting two separate tool assemblies simultaneously.
  • Dual Rotational Direction Options: Available in standard CW-CW dual rotation or specialized Left: CW-CW / Right: CCW-CW gear train configurations (DK90-BT50-ER25-2X models), providing full flexibility when running right-hand vs. left-hand cutting tools on opposite faces.
  • Heavy-Wall QT500-7 Ductile Iron Casing: Cast from high-grade QT500-7 Ductile Iron and subjected to artificial aging and stress-relief heat treatment. The symmetrical monoblock structure balances cutting forces and dampens vibration during heavy dual-sided milling.
  • Gleason Precision Ground Bevel Gears: Internal drive system 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 High-Capacity 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 under heavy radial and axial thrust loads.

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heavy duty dual output 90° right angle head (dk90 bt50 2x series)

Technical Specifications

ModelInput ShankSpindle OutputGage Length (L)Max. SpeedGear RatioSpindle RotationPassing Dia. (D)Clamping RangeTapping CapacityMax. TorqueNet WeightStock Status
DK90-BT50-ER16-2XBT50ER16 x 270.5 mm8,000 RPM1:1CW-CWD118 mmØ1.0 – Ø10.0 mmM5 – M819.0 Nm10.000 kgAlways in Stock
DK90-BT50-ER25-2XBT50ER25 x 266.0 mm6,800 RPM1:1Left: CW-CW / Right: CCW-CWD140 mmØ1.0 – Ø16.0 mmM6 – M1446.0 Nm12.579 kgAlways in Stock
DK90-BT50-ER25-2X-110BT50ER25 x 2110.0 mm6,800 RPM1:1Left: CW-CW / Right: CCW-CWD140 mmØ1.0 – Ø16.0 mmM6 – M1446.0 Nm12.109 kgAlways in Stock
DK90-BT50-ER32-2XBT50ER32 x 274.0 mm5,000 RPM1:1CW-CWD195 mmØ1.0 – Ø20.0 mmM6 – M1665.0 Nm14.526 kgAlways in Stock

Quality Assurance and Testing Standards

Before dispatch, every DK90-BT50-2X 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

  • Heavy Automotive Powertrains: Sequential or simultaneous side drilling, tapping, and spot-facing on opposing internal faces of large diesel engine blocks and transmission housings.
  • Large Machinery & Pump Bodies: Machining parallel internal ports, seal seats, and keyways located on opposing inner walls of heavy cast iron and steel pump enclosures.
  • Parallel Slotting and Dual-Side Die Features: Performing simultaneous or indexing side milling operations on opposite sides of heavy forged steel mold plates and slider guides.

CNC Machine Compatibility

Optimized for large Vertical Machining Centers (VMC), Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC), and Gantry Milling Machines. Compatible spindle interfaces include:

  • Spindle Standards: BT50 / BBT50 (Double Contact) / SK50 / CAT50 / HSK100A.
  • Typical Machine Brands: Compatible with Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan / DN Solutions, Makino, and JTEKT / Toyoda 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 BT50 taper from transport shock.
  • Export Outer Casing: Due to the heavy unit weight (up to 14.526 kg), each unit is packed in an ISPM 15-compliant, Fumigation-Free Plywood Wooden Case with reinforced metal edge locks.
  • 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 are 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 freight or ocean LCL/FCL containers depending on weight requirements.

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 to the front face of the VMC or HMC 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 80mm, 110mm, or 135mm on BT50 machines).
  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 BT50 taper without physical interference from either output nose.

Technical FAQ

A: The DK90-BT50-ER32-2X delivers a maximum cutting torque of 65.0 Nm on both output spindles. It supports tool clamping capacities up to Ø20.0 mm (ER32 collet) for heavy-duty side milling and tapping up to M16 threads in steel.

A: In this dual-directional gear train configuration, when the machine spindle rotates Clockwise (CW), output side A rotates Clockwise (CW), while output side B rotates Counter-Clockwise (CCW). This enables mounting standard right-hand tools on side A and left-hand or reverse cutting tools on side B.

A: Yes. Provided the machine setup and workpiece geometry allow twin tool engagement (such as simultaneous slotting on parallel internal ribs), both output spindles transmit full torque whenever the machine spindle drives the unit.

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