Retention Knobs

WARNING

Retention knobs are available in various styles and are not alwaysWhile WIDIA™ has endeavored to obtain accurate and up-to-date information
interchangeable because all are machine and spindle specific. The properregarding retention knob selection based on individual machine tool builder
retention knob must be used at all times with the appropriate adapter,specifications, we cannot guarantee that the information and specifications
according to machine specifications as provided by the machine's originalcontained in this catalog are complete and that they have not been modified
manufacturer. Failure to use the correct retention knob, or to adequatelyor superseded by the manufacturer. You, the machine tool operator,
install and tighten the correct retention knob, may result in an adapterare ultimately responsible for proper selection and use of retention
loosening. Using a combination of metric and non-metric componentsknobs. The purchase of retention knobs from WIDIA is subject to WIDIA’s
can result in an inadequate coupling of the adapter to the spindle duringStandard Terms and Conditions of Sale.

machining, causing the component to fail.

Machining center manufacturers use numerous types and styles of retention If a retention knob is not shown, please contact your WIDIA Representative knobs. WIDIA has listed some of the most popular retention knobs in the or call WIDIA’s Customer Service and have the following industry on the next few pages. information available:

machine buildermachine builder’s drawing and/or numbersmachine model number
taper sizeG threadA angle
D1D2 D3D4D5
LL1 L2through coolant needed?O-ring needed?

The machine builder should recommend the required tightening torque WIDIA has referenced a suggested maximum torque setting and offers for the retention knobs. This information is not always available. a specialized socket just for retention knobs. Please see these socket wrench sizes listed against each knob.

taper sizesuggested torque max (ft. lbs.)suggested torque max (Nm)
304054
4085115
50110149