About Erickson Arbor

Used Erickson Arbor Toolholding for Sale

Resell CNC is your Simple. Reliable. and Trusted.® source for used Erickson Arbor toolholding systems — including collet chucks, end mill holders, shell mill arbors, shrink fit holders, hydraulic chucks, boring bar holders, drill chuck arbors, quick-change tooling, and VDI lathe toolholders. We carry Erickson Arbor products across the full range of spindle interfaces: CAT40, CAT50, BT30, BT40, BT50, HSK63A, HSK100A, NMTB, and straight shank configurations.

Erickson Arbor (Erickson Tool Company) established itself as one of the most recognized names in precision toolholding for the North American metalworking industry. The company built its reputation on the DA (Double Angle) collet system, which became an industry standard for automatic screw machines, CNC lathes, and milling applications. Erickson was later acquired by Kennametal, Inc. (headquartered in Latrobe, Pennsylvania), and continues to operate as the Erickson Arbor brand within Kennametal's Tooling Systems division. Manufacturing and engineering operations are based in the United States, with the Erickson Arbor product line distributed worldwide through Kennametal's global sales network. Erickson Arbor toolholders are specified by machine shops, aerospace manufacturers, automotive plants, and job shops for their precision, concentricity, and durability. The full product catalog spans collet systems (DA, TG, ER), taper-shank tool holders (CAT, BT, HSK, NMTB), specialty holders (shrink fit, hydraulic, milling chucks), and VDI lathe tooling.

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Erickson Arbor Collet Systems

Erickson Arbor's DA (Double Angle) collet system is an industry standard for precision tool gripping. Available in series 000DA, 100DA, 180DA, 200DA, 300DA, and 400DA, these collets provide reliable clamping with 0.012 to 0.031 inch collapse range. Coolant-sealed DAC versions are available for through-tool coolant applications. Erickson also supplies ER collets (ER16 through ER50) and TG (Single Angle) collets (50TG through 150TG) with matching collet chucks in straight shank, CAT, BT, HSK, and NMTB configurations.

Erickson Arbor Tool Holders & Arbors

The Erickson Arbor tool holder lineup covers every major spindle interface. CAT40 and CAT50 (CV-flange) holders include end mill holders, shell mill arbors, collet chucks, drill chuck arbors, shrink fit holders, and hydraulic HydroForce chucks. BT-shank and HSK-shank holders provide the same range for metric and high-speed spindle applications. NMTB quick-change (QC30, QC40) tooling remains popular on Bridgeport-style mills and similar knee mills.

Erickson Arbor VDI & Specialty Tooling

Erickson Arbor VDI toolholders serve CNC lathe turrets in Forms A, B, C, E, and Z for turning, boring, grooving, and driven tool applications. Specialty products include straight-shank extensions for deep-reach machining, boring bar holders, and tap holders with tension/compression compensation.


Brand Origin	Erickson Arbor (Erickson Tool Company), United States
Parent Company	Kennametal, Inc. (Latrobe, Pennsylvania)
US Operations	Solon, Ohio & Wixom, Michigan
Best Known For	DA collet systems, precision toolholders, collet chucks, shell mill arbors
Popular Products	DA collets, ER collet chucks, CAT40/50 holders, BT holders, HSK holders, NMTB QC tooling
Spindle Interfaces	CAT40, CAT50, BT30/40/50, HSK63A, HSK100A, NMTB 30/40/50, DV40, straight shank
Industries Served	Aerospace, automotive, job shops, mold making, medical, energy, general manufacturing

What to Look for When Buying Used Erickson Tooling

Erickson Arbor toolholders are precision-manufactured components designed to deliver low runout and reliable clamping over thousands of tool changes. Here is what to evaluate on used units.

Inspect the taper for wear and damage. The spindle taper (CAT, BT, HSK, or NMTB) is the most critical surface on any toolholder. Check for fretting, scoring, nicks, or mushrooming on the taper contact area. Even minor taper damage causes runout that no collet adjustment can correct. On V-flange (CAT) holders, also inspect the flange for tool changer gripper wear.

Check collet seats and clamping surfaces. On collet chucks, inspect the internal taper seat for scoring or galling. Check clamping nut threads for damage. On hydraulic chucks (HydroForce), verify that the sleeve holds pressure and the tool does not slip under load.

Measure runout with a test indicator. Mount the holder in a known-good spindle or V-block and measure TIR at the tool tip. New Erickson Arbor holders deliver under 0.0002 inch TIR. Used holders exceeding 0.0005 inch TIR may indicate taper wear or bore damage. On shrink fit holders, test with the intended tool diameter.

Verify completeness and compatibility. Confirm the holder's spindle interface (CAT40, CAT50, BT40, HSK63A, etc.) matches your machine. Check that retention knobs or pull studs are included and are the correct thread specification for your spindle. For collet chucks, verify that collets and clamping nuts are included and are the correct series (DA, ER, or TG).

Erickson Arbor DA (Double Angle) Collet Systems

The DA collet system is Erickson Arbor's signature product and an industry standard. Series include 000DA, 100DA, 180DA, 200DA, 300DA, and 400DA, with collapse ranges from 0.010 to 0.031 inch depending on capacity. Coolant-sealed DAC variants feature rubber-filled slots for through-tool coolant. DA collet chucks come in extended-nose (01 style) and stub-nose (08 style) with straight, CAT, BT, NMTB, and HSK shanks.

Erickson Arbor ER & TG Collet Systems

Erickson ER collets (ER16 through ER50) follow the international ER standard and are available in standard, sealed, and high-precision grades. Matching ER collet chucks come in every major spindle interface. TG (Single Angle) collets in series 50TG, 75TG, 100TG, and 150TG serve applications where the single-angle geometry provides advantages in clearance or gripping range.

Erickson Arbor CAT, BT & HSK Tool Holders

Erickson Arbor's taper-shank toolholder catalog covers CAT40/CAT50 (CV-flange), BT30/BT40/BT50, and HSK63A/HSK100A interfaces. Holder types include end mill holders (solid bore, set-screw or Weldon flat), shell mill arbors, collet chucks (DA, ER, TG), drill chuck arbors, shrink fit holders, hydraulic HydroForce chucks, and high-performance milling chucks. DV40 metric holders and straight-shank configurations round out the range. Pre-balanced and balanced-by-design options are available for high-speed applications.

Erickson Arbor NMTB Quick-Change & VDI Tooling

NMTB quick-change (QC30, QC40, QC50) tooling is widely used on Bridgeport-style knee mills and similar manual/CNC milling machines. Erickson Arbor QC holders include collet chucks, end mill holders, drill chuck arbors, and boring head shanks. VDI toolholders for CNC lathe turrets cover Forms A, B, C, E, and Z for static and driven tool applications across a range of turret sizes.

How to Sell Your Used Erickson Tooling

Erickson tooling holds solid resale value thanks to the brand's industry-standard status, Kennametal backing, and consistent demand from shops upgrading machines or changing spindle platforms. Large toolholder lots, complete collet sets, and HSK holders are in particularly high demand.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Used Erickson Arbor Tooling

Is used Erickson Arbor tooling reliable?

Yes, when properly inspected. Erickson Arbor toolholders are precision-manufactured from hardened steel and designed for thousands of tool changes. Used holders with clean tapers and intact collet seats continue to deliver the low runout and secure clamping the brand is known for.

What is the relationship between Erickson Arbor and Kennametal?

Erickson Arbor (Erickson Tool Company) was acquired by Kennametal, Inc. and continues as the Erickson Arbor brand within Kennametal's Tooling Systems division. New Erickson Arbor products are manufactured and distributed through Kennametal's global network. Used Erickson Arbor tooling may carry either Erickson Arbor or Kennametal/Erickson branding depending on the production era.

What should I inspect before buying used Erickson Arbor toolholders?

Check taper condition (fretting, scoring, nicks), collet seat surfaces, thread condition on clamping nuts, and measure total indicated runout in a known-good spindle or fixture. Verify that the spindle interface matches your machine and that retention knobs, collets, and nuts are included.

What is the Erickson Arbor DA collet system?

The DA (Double Angle) collet is Erickson Arbor's signature product and an industry standard for precision tool gripping. The double-angle geometry provides strong clamping force across a controlled collapse range. DA collets are available in six size series (000DA through 400DA) with standard and coolant-sealed (DAC) variants.

Can Erickson Arbor toolholders fit any CNC machine?

Erickson Arbor toolholders are available for all major spindle interfaces (CAT40, CAT50, BT30/40/50, HSK63A, HSK100A, NMTB). The key is matching the holder's spindle taper and retention method to your specific machine. Erickson's broad catalog covers virtually every CNC mill, machining center, and lathe turret platform.

What Erickson Arbor products hold their value best?

HSK holders, hydraulic HydroForce chucks, and shrink fit holders maintain the strongest resale values due to higher original cost and continued demand for high-precision applications. Complete DA collet sets and CAT50 holders also sell well. Call (844) 478-8181 for current valuations.

Does Resell CNC offer financing on used Erickson Arbor tooling?

Yes. Resell CNC offers flexible financing options to help your business acquire the equipment it needs. Contact us at (844) 478-8181 to discuss terms.

How do I sell my used Erickson Arbor tooling?

Contact Resell CNC at (844) 478-8181 or sales@resellcnc.com. We buy all Erickson Arbor tooling nationwide in any quantity, from individual holders through complete shop tooling packages. Free appraisal within 24 hours.