Kapp Niles KX 260 Twin CNC Gear Grinding Machine – Year 2018
Manufacturer: Kapp Niles
Model: KX 260 TWIN
Year of construction: 2018
Condition: like new (used)
Functionality: fully functional
Operating hours: 9,000 h
Max gear tip diameter: 260 mm
Max workpiece length: 770 mm
Module range: 0.5 – 6 mm
Max face width: 320 mm (or 520 mm, depending on the automation solution)
Max helix angle: ±45°
Twin HS option: With high-speed spindle – allows grinding of interfering contours (tool diameter ≥ 55 mm for generating / ≥ 20 mm for profile)
Concept: Twin-spindle with indexing table; synchronous loading and grinding
Automation integration: Standard pallet conveyor + gantry loader, flexible for various automation concepts
Tool holding: Dressable and non-dressable tools (CBN worms, profile wheels, etc.); with HS spindle, small-diameter wheels possible
Workholding / fixturing: Workpiece clamping via pallets; precise repeat positioning required, typically hydraulically/pneumatically assisted quick clamping
Machine operation: KAPP’s own control with KN grind GUI (intuitive) for grinding programs, profile and generating grinding, and automation sequences
Measurement integration: Mostly process-integrated measurement (Twin feature: parallel measuring possible) for quality assurance and control of grinding paths
Machine footprint dimensions: Compact footprint due to twin concept; exact dimensions depend on automation layout (pallet magazine etc.)
Application example: Series production of e-motor gears, high-throughput gearing, mixed production of various geometries on pallets, night operation
Note on “320 (520) mm” face width: Depending on the chosen automation solution or fixture, available space/clearance may vary (e.g., smaller pallets vs. larger pallets or additional supports)
Contact for details, inspection, and purchase arrangements.
Machines of the Kapp Niles KX TWIN series have been designed for continuous generating grinding with dressable and non-dressable tools. They are particularly suitable for the high production volumes in the medium and large batch production of gears and shafts.
The concept includes two identical workpiece spindles arranged at opposing sides of an rotary indexing table. While machining one part, the second workpiece spindle simultaneously loads / unloads and aligns another part.
The machines are optimised for automatic loading with a standardised, cost-effective combination of pallet conveyor and gantry loader. By using an optional high-speed grinding spindle (HS), it is even possible to grind gears with interfering edges which require a tool diameter of 55 mm (generating grinding) or 20 mm (profile grinding).
Complete gear grinding installation with 2 Kapp KX260 Twin machines, in almost new condition (approx. 9,500 and 10,500 operating hours). Both machines are equipped with Wekal automation and Hoffmann suction belt filters. The machines have been inspected by us.
Both machines can be viewed and tested under production conditions in Taiwan. An online inspection is also possible.
A Klingelnberg P26 gear measuring machine (2017) can be purchased as an option for the entire installation. This has a newer software version with typological tooth flank evaluation.