Indexable 1½” Radius Notching Heads

Our indexable 1 1/2″ radius notching heads are used as the primary cutting tool on single and double-head notching machines to machine 4-way entry notches for new and recycled pallet manufacturing.  We have a variety of carbide grades we can insert in this head to cut various wood types:

Our indexable 1 1/2″ radius notching heads feature solid plate design for maximum durability with an optional split plate for quick changeover when cutting variable-width notches. Each plate is keyed and indexed according to the appropriate serialized plate number for a 9″ wide notch. The inside plates are numbered one through thirteen and are stacked in sequential order for easy installation. The outside plates are labeled with both the serial number, followed by a letter A or B to indicate left or right-handed cutters, which you can provide to us  when you order so that we can identify your head and what parts you may need.

Because our indexable 1 1/2″ radius notching heads are not bolted together this allows for the least amount of downtime when replacing damaged or worn out plates within your assembly.

We offer various configurations in our indexable 1 1/2″ radius notching heads to cater to our customers’ dynamic machine requirements:

  • Outer diameter: 10″ and 12″
  • Cut width: 3″ to 14″
  • Inner diameter: 1.75″ to 3.5″
  • Radius: 1.5″ corners (3″ diameter)
  • Indexable carbide inserts (reversible)
  • Keyway: 3/8″, 1/2″

If you require a smaller size corner radius, we offer indexable head options in 1/2″, 3/4″, and 1″ sizes.

All carbide inserts can be sharpened or replaced at our in-house service center. Inserts sent in for service go through an incoming quality check to determine if they can be resharpened. If they have been reground multiple times and become too small or become excessively chipped they will be replaced.

Give us a call today at 1-800-369-4242. We look forward to working with you!

 

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Plate numbered 1 to 13

Plates are installed sequentially in numeric order to provide a spiral that will ensure quiet cutting. A, 1, 2, 3, .... 12, 13, B

Indexable chipper plate

PT 500 - solid chipper plate
PT 500-S - split chipper plate

Serial number

Please have this when ordering new plates or parts for head. Look for PT then a 5 digit number followed by an A or B

Cinch collars (optional)

PT 309 (LH and RH)
PT 309-SM (Small Cinch Collar)

Heavy duty indexable carbide insert

1/2" tall x 9/16" wide x 1/8" thick x 2-sided

Green and KD virgin lumber - PT 501
Knotty pine and frozen lumber - PT 501-L

*Most heads take 28 rectangles

Socket head cap screw

PT 511 : 1/4"-20 x 3/4"
PT 511-L : 1/4"-20 x 1" (Optional)

Wedge Block

PT 510 - Heavy duty wedge block

1.5 inch Radius Insert

PT 401 - carbide + steel body
PT 401-B - carbide only

Hex head screw

PT 311 : 5/16" - 24 x 5/8"
PT 311-L : 5/16" - 24 x 3/4" (optional)