Ricon Tools
Ricon Tools
Explore our premium select range of high-precision CNC tool holders, boring toolsets, and quick-change machine accessories designed to maximize industrial processing efficiency.
The manufacturing sector requires speed, repeatability, and rigid reliability. Historically, manual and semi-automatic lathe operators relied on traditional four-way tool posts, which demanded extensive setup times and frequent shimming. The introduction of the Phase II-style quick-change tool post (QCTP) system revolutionized metal turning. Representing the pinnacle of American and European quick-change standards, these tool posts—available in both wedge and piston variations—allow machinists to swap cutting tools in seconds while maintaining strict tolerance repeatability.
Modern machine shops operate under tighter margins, requiring tooling systems that eliminate setup inefficiencies. Industry studies indicate that adopting a reliable Phase II-style wedge tool post can cut setup latency by up to 90% compared to traditional tooling arrangements. These systems utilize pre-set tool holders, enabling operators to preserve workpiece center-height adjustments across different tasks, such as turning, facing, knurling, boring, and parting off.
Constructed from high-grade alloy steel (40Cr/CrMo) and hardened to HRC 50-55, our Phase II-style systems prevent tool chatter under aggressive cutting speeds.
The precision-machined dovetails slide into position with tight tolerances, ensuring identical height positioning and machining accuracy across operations.
Fully compatible with standard lathe sizes (ranging from 10-inch to 20-inch swings), supporting boring, knurling, parting, and turning operations.
Shandong Ricon Tools Co., Ltd. is a professional manufacturer specializing in the research, development, production, and sales of precision machine tool accessories. Since its establishment, Ricon Tools has been committed to providing high-quality tooling solutions for the global metalworking and woodworking industries. Our product portfolio includes a wide range of precision machine tool accessories, such as 4-jaw woodworking chucks, American quick-change tool holders, VDI tool holders, boring heads, ER collet chucks, milling chucks, drill chucks, tool holders, CNC tooling accessories, and other precision machining components. Our products are widely used in CNC machining centers, lathes, milling machines, woodworking machinery, and various industrial manufacturing applications.
To ensure consistent product quality and manufacturing efficiency, Ricon Tools has invested in advanced CNC machining equipment, precision grinding machines, inspection instruments, and automated production facilities from both domestic and international suppliers. Supported by an experienced technical team and a strict quality management system, every product is manufactured with high precision, excellent durability, and reliable performance to meet the demanding requirements of customers around the world.
With years of experience in the machine tool accessories industry, Ricon Tools has established long-term partnerships with customers across numerous industries. Our products are well recognized in the domestic market and are exported to more than 30 countries and regions, including the United States, Canada, Germany, Italy, Russia, Australia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and South America. We have earned an excellent reputation for superior quality, competitive pricing, on-time delivery, and professional customer service.
Driven by the philosophy of "Quality First, Innovation Driven, Customer Focused," Shandong Ricon Tools Co., Ltd. continuously invests in technological innovation, product development, and manufacturing excellence. We are dedicated to providing customers with reliable products, customized solutions, and comprehensive technical support. Looking ahead, Ricon Tools will continue to strengthen its global presence, pursue continuous innovation, and create greater value for customers worldwide.
Our workshop utilizes automated precision grinding and milling centers to ensure each Phase II-Style Tool Holder meets strict dimensional and hardness specifications.
Selecting the correct tool post series is essential to prevent vibration and ensure cutting efficiency. The chart below provides a quick reference for pairing Phase II-style QCTPs with typical lathe swings and workpiece capacities.
| QCTP Series (Phase II-Style) | Optimal Lathe Swing Capacity | Maximum Square Tool Capacity | Recommended Center Height range | Target Machining Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Series 100 (AXA) | Up to 12" (approx. 305mm) | 1/2" (12.7mm) | 1.00" - 1.25" | Precision bench lathes, rapid prototyping |
| Series 200 (BXA) | 10" to 15" (approx. 250 - 380mm) | 5/8" (15.8mm) | 1.25" - 1.50" | Medium-duty production turning, job shops |
| Series 300 (CXA) | 13" to 18" (approx. 330 - 450mm) | 3/4" (19.0mm) | 1.50" - 1.85" | Heavy industrial maintenance, roughing operations |
| Series 400 (CA) | 14" to 20" (approx. 350 - 500mm) | 1" (25.4mm) | 1.75" - 2.25" | High-load aerospace and energy sector turning |
Phase II-style tooling is widely used across various industries, providing flexible setup benefits for both custom workshops and high-precision production lines.
Custom maintenance operations frequently swap between thread cutting, boring, and turning. Pre-set tool holders allow rapid configuration changes without recalibration.
Machining complex alloys like titanium or Inconel requires rigid setups to prevent chatter. Our wedge-style locking mechanism secures the tool holder firmly, protecting structural surfaces.
Designed for operations in concrete and mining equipment repair, our tool holders maintain stability during intermittent cuts under high structural load.
As factories transition toward Industry 4.0, tool monitoring and process automation are becoming standard. Shandong Ricon Tools Co., Ltd. is continuously adapting to meet these evolving demands.
We are rolling out advanced heat treatment systems to increase surface wear resistance while preserving a shock-absorbing core structure.
By streamlining our automated grinding processes, we have reduced power consumption and cut industrial waste oils by 20%.
Future tool holder series will support internal coolant routing directly to the cutting insert edge, extending tool life during high-speed machining.
Review our specialized selection of chucks, VDI tool blocks, and micro-boring sets to complete your setup.
