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SUHNER flexible shaft drive and handpiece finishing metal
Separated Drive Power where access is limited
SUHNER Flexible Shaft

Sensitive, powerful and adaptable finishing systems

Flexible shaft systems separate the drive motor from the handpiece. That reduces operator fatigue and reaches deep or confined geometry that fixed machines cannot access easily.

From programmable ROTOmax industrial drives to compact MINIFix precision systems, the range supports grinding, cutting, descaling, polishing and brushing across heavy and fine applications.

Why Flexible Shaft

Reach further with less fatigue

A remote drive keeps weight off the hand while maintaining industrial power at the tool tip.

Deep AccessReach cavities, tanks and confined assemblies
Lower FatigueHeavy motor stays on the stand, not in the hand
Power OptionsFrom precision MINIFix to heavy ROTOmax drives
Modular ToolsSwap handpieces and attachments for each task
Process ControlProgrammable and multi-speed industrial systems
Product Portfolio

Flexible shaft product groups

Industrial drives, compact systems, handpieces and attachments for complete process coverage.

01
Industrial Drives

ROTOmax programmable power units

High-duty drives for continuous grinding, cutting, descaling, polishing and brushing.

ROTOmax flexible shaft industrial drive unit

ROTOmax 2.2

Programmable industrial drive for demanding workshop use.

Heavy finishing

ROTOmax 4.2

Higher-capacity drive for continuous industrial processes.

Production duty

ROTOmax 4.2 TWIN

Twin-output system for multi-station or dual-tool setups.

Flexible production
02
Gear Drive Systems

ROTOfera, ROTAR and precision MINIFix

Multi-speed and compact systems for heavy metalwork through precise detail tasks.

Heavy industrial grinding applications

ROTOfera

Seven-speed system for demanding metalworking applications.

High versatility

ROTAR

Heavy-duty gear drive for continuous grinding and polishing.

Foundries · Fabrication

MINIFix 9-R

Compact precision system for lighter, detailed work.

Mould · Patternmaking
03
Handpieces

Straight, angle and quick-change tools

Choose the handpiece geometry that fits access, tool type and operator preference.

Precision handpiece for detailed grinding

FH Straight

Straight handpieces for general grinding and polishing.

Core applications

WH / AH Angle

Angle handpieces for side access and disc work.

Confined zones

SWH / WI Quick-Change

Fast tool changes for multi-step finishing sequences.

Productivity
04
Attachments

Belt, tube and specialist accessories

Extend the shaft system into belt grinding, tube work and wet processes.

Belt attachment finishing tubular stainless steel

BSG Belt Attachments

Belt grinding modules for linear finishing.

Blend · Satin

FTM / TALM

Tube and water-fed attachments for specialised processes.

Tube · Wet work

Matched Abrasives

Use wheels, belts and points suited to shaft speed and duty.

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Related Ranges

Combine shaft systems with abrasives and other drives

Build a complete process for power plants, foundries, mould shops and fabrication.

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Typical Workflow

Configure the system around the workpiece

Select drive, handpiece and abrasive according to access, material and required finish.

01

Choose Drive

Match ROTOmax, ROTAR or MINIFix to duty cycle and load.

02

Fit Handpiece

Select straight, angle or quick-change geometry.

03

Add Attachment

Use belt, tube or specialist modules where needed.

04

Set Speed

Apply the correct speed for abrasive diameter and material.

05

Finish

Grind, polish or brush to the target surface quality.

Flexible shaft catalogue
Technical Catalogue

Explore the complete flexible shaft range

Review drives, handpieces, shafts, attachments and ordering details.

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Need access into confined geometry?

Share your workpiece and access limits — we will configure the shaft system.

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