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ERLO SH.18 industrial tapping machine with automatic tapping feed and V-belt transmission
ERLO SH.18 tapping machine headstock showing tapping controls and operating functions
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ERLO SH.18 tapping pitch chart showing supported metric and Whitworth thread sizes

SH.18 Bench Top Tapping Machine • M14 Capacity • Automatic Tapping Feed

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The ERLO SH.18 is a compact industrial tapping machine designed for repetitive threading operations in production and maintenance environments. With a maximum tapping capacity of M14, automatic tapping feed, and a robust cast iron construction, the SH.18 provides accurate and consistent thread production while reducing operator effort. The machine features a fixed table with a sliding and rotating headstock, allowing flexible positioning for a wide range of workpieces.

Powered by a 1.12 kW motor and equipped with a V-belt transmission system, the SH.18 offers ten spindle speeds ranging from 245 to 4,000 rpm. Automatic tapping operation, adjustable depth control, manual or automatic cycle selection, and single or continuous cycle modes make the machine well suited to batch production and repetitive tapping applications.

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    The ERLO SH.18 is a bench top industrial tapping machine with M14 tapping capacity, automatic tapping feed, MT3 spindle taper and V-belt transmission. Designed for repetitive threading operations, it features automatic tapping cycles, adjustable depth control and a sliding, rotating headstock for flexible workpiece positioning.

    Specifications

    • Description: Bench Top Tapping Machine
    • Table: Fixed Table with Sliding and Rotating Headstock
    • Table Size: 270 × 270 mm
    • Floor / Bench: Bench
    • Tapping Feed: Automatic
    • Drive: V-Belt Drive
    • Drilling Capacity: 18 mm
    • Tapping Capacity: M14
    • Speeds: 10 Speeds (245–355–490–710–835–1240–1670–2000–2480–4000 rpm)
    • Motor: 1.12 kW
    • Taper: MT3
    • Stroke: 90 mm
    • Column Diameter: Ø100 mm
    • Throat Depth: 250 mm
    • Weight: 190 kg
    • Lighting: Standard
    • Coolant: Optional (ERB Cooling Equipment)

    Features

    • Automatic tapping feed system for repetitive production tapping operations.
    • M14 maximum tapping capacity and 18mm drilling capacity.
    • V-belt transmission with 10 spindle speeds from 245 to 4,000 rpm.
    • Sliding and rotating headstock for improved workpiece positioning flexibility.
    • Manual or automatic cycle selection with single or continuous operation modes.
    • Cast iron head, base and column construction for rigidity and durability.
    • Adjustable tapping depth, reversal and stop controls.
    • MT3 spindle taper with 90mm spindle stroke.
    • Integrated work light supplied as standard.
    • Low-voltage electrical system with CE-compliant safety equipment.

    Optional Equipment

    • Frontal Wheel for Fine Sensitive Feed (V)
    • Digital Depth Reader (LBC)
    • Additional Standard Spindle – Special Pitch (HGP-S)
    • Additional Standard Spindle – Standard Pitch (HGP)
    • Base Cabinet with Door and Drawers (PKB)
    • Base Cabinet with 2 Shelves (PKA)
    • Base Cabinet for Models with Intermediate Table (PKC)
    • Cycle Counter (CC)
    • Column Supplement 200 mm (SC)
    • Cooling Equipment in Base (ERB)
    • Fixed Intermediate Table (MIF)
    • Rotating Intermediate Table (MIG)

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    The ERLO SH.18 is a compact industrial tapping machine designed for repetitive threading operations in production and maintenance environments. With a maximum tapping capacity of M14, automatic tapping feed, and a robust cast iron construction, the SH.18 provides accurate and consistent thread production while reducing operator effort. The machine features a fixed table with a sliding and rotating headstock, allowing flexible positioning for a wide range of workpieces.

    Powered by a 1.12 kW motor and equipped with a V-belt transmission system, the SH.18 offers ten spindle speeds ranging from 245 to 4,000 rpm. Automatic tapping operation, adjustable depth control, manual or automatic cycle selection, and single or continuous cycle modes make the machine well suited to batch production and repetitive tapping applications.

    Dimensional drawing showing machine height, installation footprint, table dimensions, throat depth, column diameter and overall machine dimensions for ERLO SH.18 tapping machines.

    ERLO SH.18 dimensional drawing.

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