High-Speed Live Tools for Swiss Lathes
Air Turbine Technology Inc., Boca Raton, FL, has released tools with cutting speeds of 60,000 and 80,000 RPM for Swiss lathes. The double turbine-driven design of the 822CX and 825CX Air Turbine Live Tools ® maintains governed speed under load, enabling 6–10× faster production cycles while improving surface finish and reducing tool breakage. The compact and maintenance-free tools feature direct drive with only two moving parts, air-cooled bearings, and clean operation without lubrication, making them suitable for medical components. Installation takes less than five minutes, and the units fit most toolholders.
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Precision Fluid Dispensing System
Nordson EFD, East Providence, RI, offers a jetting system designed for precision fluid applications in medical device assembly. The PICO Nexμs system integrates smart factory capabilities with IIoT connectivity for real-time monitoring and remote programming. The platform supports adhesives, lubricants, solder pastes, UV-cure materials, and biologics, delivering consistent micro-deposits in high-speed prototyping and production. The system is certified for PROFINET and Ethernet/IP.
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M12 PCB Connectors
Right-angle M12 connectors for through-hole reflow soldering are available from Phoenix Contact, Middletown, PA. Compatible with automated pick-and-place assembly, the connectors eliminate manual processing and provide more placement options in tight PCB layouts. Rated up to 250 V and 4 A, the A- and D-coded connectors are available in four-, five-, and eight-position versions. The two-piece design integrates with existing M12 THR housings for stable and efficient connections in industrial and medical electronics.
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Low-Odor Honing Oil
Sunnen Products Company, St. Louis, MO, has introduced a honing oil for precision machining and medical device manufacturing. The MB-30LO is a low-odor, ultra-low VOC formulation (≤50 g/L) designed to improve workplace comfort while meeting ASTM1868-10 and SCAQMD standards for air quality. With a flash point above 110 °C and viscosity of 26 cSt, the oil provides safe handling, thermal stability, and excellent lubrication for honing, drilling, and tapping applications. The oil is drop-in compatible with MB-30 and other Sunnen oils, simplifying adoption in existing production lines.
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