The ELITE 112 SOFT TOUCH is IEMCA’s premium bar feeding solution, expertly engineered to maximize productivity and precision when machining small diameter bars. This automatic, high-performance unit handles round bars from 0.8 to 12.7 mm and shaped bars (hexagonal, square) up to 11 mm and 9 mm respectively, supporting bar lengths from 450 to 3-700 mm. It is the ideal companion for mobile headstock lathes where precise material control is critical.

The design is centered on reliability and ease of use, ensuring accurate selection of thin bars and guaranteeing rigidity even during the most challenging machining operations. Its super compact footprint integrates easily into any shop floor. Performance is a key feature, with a rapid feed rate of 1-000 mm/sec and an exceptionally fast return speed of 2-000 mm/sec, which significantly reduces non-productive time. The unit is designed for adaptability, boasting a bar changeover time as low as 20 seconds for a 3-200 mm bar. Furthermore, the ELITE 112 SOFT TOUCH is engineered with Industry 4.0 compatibility, ready for seamless integration into modern smart manufacturing environments, and offers optional features like the IEMCA high-pressure coolant system.