Albrecht APC Precision Milling Chucks
For more than 100 years, Albrecht has been synonymous with precision toolholding. Founded in 1908 in Esslingen (near Stuttgart), Germany, Albrecht invented the Keyless-neverslip drill chuck in 1932. Today, the patented Albrecht APC Precision Milling Chuck sets the global benchmark in CNC machining—combining extreme gripping torque (> 420 Nm) with integrated mechanical vibration dampening and runout < 3 µm at 2.5 x D to double tool life in titanium, inconel, and hardened steels.
Albrecht Chuck Program Matrix
Review clamping envelopes, holding torque specs, balancing limits, and machine spindle tapers.
| Chuck Series | Clamping Range | Runout Precision | Holding Torque | Balancing Quality | Spindle Taper | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APC 14 Precision Chuck | Ø 2 – 14 mm | < 3 µm at 2.5 x D | > 250 Nm | G2.5 / 25,000 RPM | HSK-A63 / BT40 / SK40 | |
| APC 20 Heavy Milling Chuck | Ø 2 – 20 mm | < 3 µm at 2.5 x D | > 420 Nm | G2.5 / 20,000 RPM | HSK-A63/100, BT40/50, SK50 | |
| APC 25 HPC Titanium Series | Ø 16 – 25 mm | < 3 µm at 2.5 x D | > 550 Nm | G2.5 / 15,000 RPM | HSK-A100 / BT50 / SK50 | |
| Classic Keyless Drill Chuck | Ø 0.5 – 16 mm | < 0.03 mm | Self-Tightening | Up to 7,000 RPM | Morse Taper / B-Taper / R8 | |
| Micro APC Precision Chuck | Ø 0.2 – 6 mm | < 2 µm (Sub-Micron) | High Micro Clamping | G2.5 / 40,000 RPM | HSK-E25 / E32 / E40 / BT30 |
Albrecht Clamping Technology in Action
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Integrated worm-gear sleeve absorbs harmonic chatter frequencies, extending carbide tool cutting life up to 100% and producing superior surface finishes.
Worm drive mechanical ratio achieves 1:16 gear advantage, delivering over 420 Nm clamping torque to eliminate tool pullout under heavy dynamic milling loads.
Invented by Albrecht in 1932. Self-tightening mechanism proportionally increases gripping force as drill torque rises, preventing slippage entirely.
Engineered for micro-machining with sub-micron accuracy (< 2 µm) and dynamic balancing up to 40,000 RPM for micro-milling, dental, and medical parts.
High-performance metal removal in tough aerospace alloys. APC's rigid clamping eliminates micro-slippage and prevents premature chipping on insert corners.
Ultra-precise taper grinding and precision collet sleeve seating guarantee less than 3 µm radial runout, ensuring uniform tooth loading across multi-flute cutters.
High-pressure coolant collet system with 100% sealing up to 100 bar, providing targeted coolant directly to cutting edges for optimal chip evacuation.
Streamlined contour geometry provides optimal accessibility in deep, narrow mold cavities while maintaining high rigidity and vibration dampening.
World-standard precision drill chucks for orthopaedic and surgical handpieces, engineered with autoclavable stainless materials and uncompromising precision.
Official Albrecht Technical Catalogues (PDF)
Direct technical catalogues, collet selection charts, torque data, and tool life test reports.
Complete program dimensions, clamping ranges, torque graphs, and shank options.
Sealed, coolant flush, and peripheral coolant collets for cylindrical and weldon shanks.
Comparative machining data: tool wear reduction and vibration suppression tests.
Extended series, slim nose profiles, micro-chucks, and torque wrench accessories.
Classic self-tightening keyless drill chucks, Morse tapers, and medical surgical handpieces.
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