Tool Holders & Adapters

Turret Adapted Clamping Units

Designed to fit specific machine-tool turret interfaces, Kennametal’s turret-adapted clamping units provide unmatched performance. Select from various models.

KM™

KM™ quick-change tooling from Kennametal is the first choice for static (lathe) and rotating operations. Reduce cost with KM adapters, clamping units, and more.

KM4X™

The KM4X™ tooling systems from Kennametal are ideal for heavy-duty machining. Select from our KM4X100 and KM4X63 series of adapters, clamping units, and more.

HSK

HSK (Hollow Taper Shank) tools from Kennametal are ideal for running at high speeds and in high-precision machining applications. Shop here for our HSK series.

BTKV

BTKV tools from Kennametal provide high axial repeatability due to face contact with the taper. Select from shrink-fit holders, ER collets, adapters, and more.

CVKV

Experience precision and efficiency in machining operations with Kennametal’s CVKV shank tools and systems. They provide excellent performance and tool life.

For increased balance and control during high-speed operations choose BT shank tools from Kennametal. Find BT 30, 40, and 50 flange tooling systems here.

Kennametal’s fully balanced CV shank tools reduce spindle wear at higher speeds. Select from V-flange CAT taper toolholder products in CV40 and CV50 sizes.

Kennametal DV shank tooling systems deliver added performance in a range of high-speed applications. Choose DV40 or DV50 adapters, collets, chucks, and more.

PSC

PSC cutting units and adapters from Kennametal delivers enhanced gripping between the spindle and tool for tighter holds. Select from PSC 50, 63, and 80 sizes.

R8 adapters and chucks feature locking grooves that aligns with a locking mechanism in the spindle of a machine. Choose Kennametal R8 tools for milling.

Straight Shank System

Kennametal Straight Shank Systems are ideal for high-speed machining. Choose from shrink-fit holders, single- and double-angle collet chucks, and more.

Straight Shank with DUO-λOCK®

Kennametal Straight Shank Systems with DUO-λOCK® are for safer and secure tooling in high-speed machining. Choose from conical and cylindrical shanks.

VDI Toolholders

Ensure clamping pressure is secure during machining with Kennametal’s VDI toolholders. Select from several through coolant adapters for square shanks.

Collets and Sleeves

Discover a full line of collets and sleeves for toolholding. No matter the operation, Kennametal has ER and double-angle collets, hydraulic sleeves, and more.

Accessories

Tool holding system accessories from Kennametal support your operations. Select from retention knobs, spindle plugs, shell mill screws, wrenches, and more.