Bar feeders are crucial accessories for lathes and machining centers, automating material loading and enhancing production efficiency. Before investing, consider these essential factors to ensure a worthwhile purchase:

Compatibility: Ensure the bar feeder matches your machine's make, model, and bar diameter requirements.

Bar Diameter and Length: Verify the feeder accommodates your bar sizes, considering both maximum and minimum diameters and lengths. Assess whether a short or long feeder suits your production needs.

Condition: Examine detailed photos and videos for wear, corrosion, and operational issues to gauge the feeder's condition.

Feed Rate: Confirm the feeder's speed aligns with your production volume and speed requirements.

Maintenance History: Review the maintenance log to assess upkeep and reliability.

Brand Reputation: Research reputable manufacturers like Iemca, LNS Group, FMB Machinery, Edge Technologies, Lexair/OML, and Haas Automation for quality and reliability.

Safety Features: Ensure the feeder includes essential safety features like emergency stop controls and guards.

By evaluating these factors, you can make an informed decision and maximize the value and performance of your bar feeder investment.

EUBAMA S20 Bar feeder

Year: 1994

Bar length 650 mm
Max bar Ø 60 mm

IEMCA MINI BOSS 325 Bar feeder

Year: 2000

Bar length 3000 mm
Spindle type Single spindle
Max bar Ø 25 mm
Type of feeder Automatic

Pietro Cucchi bar loader

Year: 1996

Bar length 3000 mm
Max bar Ø 65 mm

IEMCA BOSS 322E Bar feeder

Year: 2012

Bar length 3200 mm

Top Automazioni X-files XFS670 Bar feeder

Year: 2016

Bar length 6100 mm
Spindle type Single spindle
Max bar Ø 80 mm
Type of feeder Automatic

Used IEMCA Master 80 Bar feeder

Year: 2016

Bar length 3300 mm
Spindle type Single spindle
Tubes Ø 70 mm
Max bar Ø 80 mm
Nbr of tubes 1
Type of feeder Automatic

LNS Quick Load Servo ll Barfeeder (short)

Year: 2002

Bar length 1500 mm
Spindle type
Tubes Ø  mm
Max bar Ø 80 mm
Nbr of tubes
Type of feeder

IEMCA GENIUS 226 Bar feeder

Year: 2000

Bar length 3000 mm
Type of feeder Automatic
Max bar Ø 26 mm

LNS QLS III Bar feeder

Year:

Bar length 1600 mm
Spindle type Single spindle
Max bar Ø 120 mm


LNZ Express 332 Bar feeder

Year:

Bar length 3200 mm
Max bar Ø 32 mm

Used Iemca TAL 65 / 32 AUTO Bar feeder

Year: 2001

Bar length 3000 mm
Spindle type Single spindle
Type of feeder Automatic
Max bar Ø 65 mm
Tubes Ø 65 mm

IEMCA BOOS 322 Bar feeder

Year: 2012

Type: bar feeder BOOS 322 Year of manufacture/SO/GO: 2012/-/-. Description: Machine in good technical condition. Weight 830kg.

Used Iemca SIR 25 33F Bar feeder

Year: 2002

Bar length 3300 mm
Max bar Ø 25 mm

barlout BFG-42 Bar feeder

Year: 2012

Bar length 3 mm
Type of feeder Automatic
Max bar Ø 42 mm

IEMCA MASTER 880 MP Bar feeder

Year: 2004

Bar length 3800 mm
Max bar Ø 80 mm

Iemca BOSS 542/32 Bar feeder

Year:

Bar length 3200 mm
Spindle type Single spindle
Tubes Ø 43 mm
Max bar Ø 42 mm
Nbr of tubes 1
Type of feeder Automatic

Used Iemca BOSS 542/32 Bar feeder

Year:

Bar length 3200 mm
Spindle type Single spindle
Tubes Ø 43 mm
Max bar Ø 42 mm
Nbr of tubes 1
Type of feeder Automatic

Iemca BOSS 545-E Bar feeder

Year:

Bar length 3200 mm
Spindle type Single spindle
Tubes Ø 46 mm
Max bar Ø 43 mm
Nbr of tubes 1
Type of feeder Automatic



Purchasing a used bar feeder offers economic advantages and operational efficiency enhancements. Understand what to look for to ensure compatibility, performance, and safety. Choose wisely based on manufacturer reputation, maintenance history, and seller reliability to optimize your investment.

Main Manufacturers of Bar Feeders: Explore reputable brands such as Iemca (Bucci Industries), LNS Group, FMB Machinery, Edge Technologies, Lexair/OML, and Haas Automation for reliable bar feeder solutions tailored to various machining needs. Each brand offers distinct strengths to meet diverse production demands.

FAQs:

  • Q1: What is a bar feeder?

    • A: A device automating material loading into CNC lathes or machining centers, enhancing production efficiency.
  • Q2: How does a bar feeder work?

    • A: By storing and sequentially feeding bars into the lathe, minimizing downtime and manual intervention.
  • Q3: What factors should I check when buying a used bar feeder?

    • A: Compatibility, bar diameter and length capabilities, feed rate, condition, maintenance history, manufacturer reputation, safety features, and seller reliability.
  • Q4: What are the main manufacturers of bar feeders?

    • A: Notable manufacturers include Iemca, LNS Group, FMB Machinery, Edge Technologies, Lexair/OML, and Haas Automation.
  • Q5: How can a bar feeder benefit my operations?

    • A: By automating material loading, reducing labor, minimizing errors, and enhancing productivity.