The PRA 52 is a highly efficient and versatile automatic bar feeder from IEMCA, engineered for seamless integration with multi-spindle lathes equipped with 5- 6- or 8 spindles. Designed for completely autonomous operation, this machine significantly enhances productivity by ensuring a consistent and uninterrupted material supply. The PRA 52 is capable of handling a wide range of bar stock- from 4 mm up to a substantial 52 mm in diameter, including round- square- and hexagonal profiles. It can accommodate bar lengths between 1-500 mm and 4-200 mm, depending on the chosen magazine configuration.

The flexibility of the PRA 52 is further highlighted by its magazine options- available with either a multi-rack magazine (4 floors, 1-800 mm total capacity) or a large bundle magazine capable of holding up to 2-5 tons of material. This universal design and robust construction- paired with a fast bar changeover time of approximately 22 seconds for the multi-rack model, ensures high output and minimal machine downtime. The PRA 52 is a trusted solution for fixed headstock lathes and is renowned globally for its ease of use and reliable performance in demanding high-volume manufacturing environments.