The TechniDrill TBTA-3A-6 from Kays Engineering is a deep-hole drilling machine using the BTA process (Boring & Trepanning Association). It can drill a 6-inch diameter hole from solid in a single pass and has 3-axis capability. The machine has applications in the aerospace, mold, and oil & gas industries.
The TechniDril TBTA-3A-6 has 6 inches (152 mm) of BTA drilling capacity and 48 inches (1,219 mm) of drilling depth. The work table moves horizontally back and forth to provide the X-axis travel, and the drill slide moves vertically on a column to provide Y-axis travel. The spindle motor is available with up to 75 HP. The high-pressure coolant system is rated at 200 gallons/minute of coolant flow and 1,500 psi of coolant pressure.
TechniDrill deep hole drilling machines are designed and manufactured by Kays Engineering in Marshall, Missouri, USA.
About the Kays Engineering
Kays Engineering opened its doors for business December 1, 1980 in Marshall, Missouri. Founded by Ed Kays, the company began as a small welding and repair shop, with Ed as the sole full-time employee along with three additional part-time employees. The company quickly progressed into a designer and builder of custom machinery for the automotive industry.
All machines are built-to-order in our Marshall plant. We have customers in many different industries, including automotive, aerospace, medical devices, firearms, petroleum, agriculture, and plastic molding. We’re proud that our machines, which are known for their precision and reliability, are used worldwide in 30 countries and 5 continents.