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New Capability - Shapers

NEW CAPABILITY

Recently, Bowman Tool & Machining, Inc. (BTM) made the decision to expand our business into gear-making.  BTM has done this by acquiring three used Fellows gear shapers, a 20-4, 20-5 and FS400-125 Hydrostroke.  This acquisition brings BTM closer to our goal of being a one-stop, full-service supplier to our customers.

Fellows 20-4 specs

Maximum Gear Pitch Diameter:                  20”                         

Maximum Face Width:                                4”

Maximum OD of Fixture:                             27”

Maximum Diametrical Pitch:                       4

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Fellows 20-5 specs

Maximum Gear Pitch Diameter:                 20”

Maximum Face Width:                                5”

Maximum OD of Fixture:                            27”

Maximum Diametrical Pitch:                       6

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Fellows FS400-125 Hydrostroke specs

Maximum Gear Pitch Diameter:                 15.7”

Maximum Face Width:                                 5”

Maximum OD of Fixture:                             20.7”

Maximum Diametrical Pitch:                        3.5

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What This Means

What these specifications mean to BTM’s customers is that we can shape gears up to 20” in diameter and up to 5” length, on a part that measures up to 27” in diameter.  For answers to any questions, or to submit an RFQ to have BTM review your requirements, send an email to sales@btmcnc.com or call  +1(507)286-1400.