ANCA TapX Linear

Leading the revolution in single setup tap manufacture


TapXLinear is a machine purpose built for the needs of a tap manufacturer. TapX Linear is offered with software, tooling, coolant delivery and automation specifically for production grinding of all types of taps, from M3 up to M50, whether in high speed steel or carbide. Clever tooling design means changeover from one tap type to another can be done in minutes, not hours. This delivers greater flexibility in your tap production and results in increased productivity and reduced costs.

  • Overview

  • Specifications

Linear motors

on X, Y and Z axes

37kW (49HP) spindle

with 2 wheel pack changer

iTap application software

allows you to program any tap

Machine Specifications
Machine Structure Bi-symmetrical gantry
Spindle Power 37 kW (49 HP) peak
15 kW (25 HP) S1
Wheel Packs 2 x Ø 203 mm (8″) max
Tool (shank) Diameter Productive up to M50
Tool Length (Max)- flute length may vary depending on tooling Max overall tap length 230 mm
Loader Type RoboMate (option)
Max. Tool Capacity (with loader)
M3 – 630
M6 – 630
M16 – 360
M30 – 120
Drive System X, Y and Z axis – LinX linear motor, A & C axis – direct drive motor
Dimensions 2561 mm (100.8″) W
1500 mm (59″) D
2272 mm (89.4″) H
*with RoboMate:
2260 mm (89″) D*
CNC Details ANCA AMC5, EtherCAT, high performance CNC, 8GB RAM, H/D 64GB SSD, Processor i7, Windows 8
Machine Colours RAL 7035 / RAL 5008
  • Overview

Linear motors

on X, Y and Z axes

37kW (49HP) spindle

with 2 wheel pack changer

iTap application software

allows you to program any tap

  • Specifications

Machine Specifications
Machine Structure Bi-symmetrical gantry
Spindle Power 37 kW (49 HP) peak
15 kW (25 HP) S1
Wheel Packs 2 x Ø 203 mm (8″) max
Tool (shank) Diameter Productive up to M50
Tool Length (Max)- flute length may vary depending on tooling Max overall tap length 230 mm
Loader Type RoboMate (option)
Max. Tool Capacity (with loader)
M3 – 630
M6 – 630
M16 – 360
M30 – 120
Drive System X, Y and Z axis – LinX linear motor, A & C axis – direct drive motor
Dimensions 2561 mm (100.8″) W
1500 mm (59″) D
2272 mm (89.4″) H
*with RoboMate:
2260 mm (89″) D*
CNC Details ANCA AMC5, EtherCAT, high performance CNC, 8GB RAM, H/D 64GB SSD, Processor i7, Windows 8
Machine Colours RAL 7035 / RAL 5008