Live Tools for Haas Lathes
Live tools are dynamic tools that drive a cutting tool (endmill, threadmill, drill, tap) that is secured with a collet or other coupling on the live tool spindle. They are mounted to a turret and are actuated by the CNC control spindle. Live tools add the milling component to the lathe increasing productivity saving you time and money. This eliminates the hassle of moving your parts to the mill after performing all your turning steps in the lathe. Our tools come in radial or axial configurations and are available for VDI or BMT65 stations to accommodate a wide variety of turrets and machines.
RedLine Tools feature quality components proudly manufactured in the USA. Our live tools feature an oversized flange integral to the spindle, providing chip protection for the front seal and bearings. A precise run-out of .0002 mm provides improved accuracy and smooth performance. We are driven to provide our customers with results that work.
Live Tool Repair
We offer fast and economical rebuilds and repairs through our sister company, Productivity Inc. Service is performed by highly trained and experienced technicians in our state-of-the-art repair facility. We also offer free estimates on every tool, plus a 90-day warranty on all rebuilds.
Models we service include (but are not limited to) RedLine, Jarvis, Mazak, Eppinger, Citizen, Miyano, Benz, Heimatec, Koma, Alberti, Gen Swiss, Lyndex-Nikken and Star. Productivity is also the authorized national repair facility for Citizen and Heimatec.
For more information or to schedule live tool repair or rebuild, call (763) 745-1161 or email at rotary@productivity.com.
Live Tools for Haas Lathes with BMT65 Turrets
The Haas BMT65 turret offers increased cutting performance, longer tool life and better tool clearance compared to older machines. Our BMT65 live tools use standard ER32 collets, have a 1:1 drive ratio, 6,000 max RPM and run-out = .0002 mm. We also offer a full line of modular live tools that work with the VariaConnect quick-change adapter.
BMT65 Modular Live Tools
Modular tools allow you to change tools in less than a minute getting the maximum production from your machine. The clamping insert ensures that you’re always on the centerline for maximum accuracy and repeatability.
VariaConnect Adapters
The VariaConnect adapters offer a wide array of flexibility.
FaceMill Holders
Axial Live Tools for Haas Lathes with VDI Connections
Available in short, medium and long coupling lengths. Collet is 32MM, VDI40, max rpm 6,000, drive ratio 1:1, runout =.0002.
Our VDI Live Tools are for the Haas 12 Station VDI, 12 Station VB Hybrid & VB24 Turrets.
VDI40 Axial Live Tools with External Nut
| Part # | Haas Part # | Coupling | L1 | L2 | VDI |
| RHALT10532 | n/a | Short | 105MM | 112MM | 40 |
| RHALT11832 | HLT-AHTH | Medium | 118MM | 112MM | 40 |
| RHALT13032 | n/a | Long | 130MM | 112MM | 40 |
VDI40 Axial Live Tools with Internal Nut
| Part # | Haas Part # | Coupling | L1 | L2 | VDI |
| RHALT10532I | n/a | Short | 105MM | 78MM | 40 |
| RHALT11832I | HLT-AHTH | Medium | 118MM | 78MM | 40 |
| RHALT13032I | n/a | Long | 130MM | 78MM | 40 |
VDI40 Radial Live Tools with External Nut
| Part # | Haas Part # | Coupling | L1 | L2 | L3 | VDI |
| RHRLT10532CW | n/a | Short | 105MM | 103MM | 84MM | 40 |
| RHRLT11832CW | HLT-RHTH | Medium | 118MM | 103MM | 84MM | 40 |
| RHRLT13032CW | n/a | Long | 130MM | 103MM | 84MM | 40 |
VDI40 Radial Live Tools with Internal Nut
| Part # | Haas Part # | Coupling | L1 | L2 | L3 | VDI |
| RHRLT10532ICW | n/a | Short | 105MM | 103MM | 82MM | 40 |
| RHRLT11832ICW | HLT-RHLT40BV | Medium | 118MM | 103MM | 82MM | 40 |
| RHRLT13032ICW | n/a | Long | 130MM | 103MM | 82MM | 40 |