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HUOT CNC

HUOT CNC is a product line from Huot Manufacturing, a U.S.-based company that has supplied metal storage and tool organization equipment since the mid-20th century. The CNC segment focuses on racks, towers, carts, and lockers engineered to hold CNC toolholders by their tapers, protecting cutting tools and reducing setup time in machining operations. The line covers the common taper standards used in vertical and horizontal machining centers: BT30, BT40, BT50, CAT30, CAT40, CAT50, NMTB30, NMTB40, NMTB50, HSK63A, and HSK100A. Products are organized by mounting type — machine-mount, bench-mount, and floor-mount — so a shop can place storage directly at the spindle, at a bench, or in a centralized tool crib. Compartment counts range from 7 for compact machine-mount racks to 138 for heavy-duty floor-mount SuperTower units. Construction is steel, with formed channels and welded or bolted assemblies intended for industrial environments. Machine-mount racks are designed for vertical or horizontal attachment to CNC machines, keeping frequently used toolholders within reach. Floor-mount towers and racks provide centralized storage for larger tool inventories, with models such as the 72-compartment ToolTower and the 135- or 138-compartment SuperTower. Bench-mount racks, including a 45-compartment unit for BT30/CAT30/NMTB30 tooling, suit toolroom and pre-set areas. Across the line, the design intent is consistent: hold toolholders by the taper, keep cutting edges separated, and make tools visible and retrievable without handling damage. 3G Electric supplies the HUOT CNC line as part of its industrial equipment catalog, with 40 SKUs spanning racks, carts, and lockers. The catalog includes machine-mount racks for HSK100A (16 compartments), HSK63A (7 compartments), and BT40/CAT40/NMTB40 (28 compartments); floor-mount units for HSK63A (72 and 138 compartments) and BT30/CAT30/NMTB30 (72 compartments); and heavy-duty floor-mount racks for BT40/CAT40/NMTB40 (135 compartments). Each listing carries the manufacturer part number, taper compatibility, compartment count, and mounting type so buyers can match a rack to their tooling and floor plan. For plant engineers and maintenance managers specifying tool storage, the relevant selection variables are taper series, number of toolholders to be stored, mounting location, and available floor or bench footprint. 3G Electric supports the line with SKU-level specifications, quote requests, and global shipping. The HUOT CNC range is a storage and organization product family rather than a machine-tool or cutting-tool line; it is specified alongside machining centers to standardize toolholding logistics and protect tooling assets.

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About HUOT CNC

HUOT CNC is a product line from Huot Manufacturing, a U.S.-based company that has supplied metal storage and tool organization equipment since the mid-20th century. The CNC segment focuses on racks, towers, carts, and lockers engineered to hold CNC toolholders by their tapers, protecting cutting tools and reducing setup time in machining operations. The line covers the common taper standards used in vertical and horizontal machining centers: BT30, BT40, BT50, CAT30, CAT40, CAT50, NMTB30, NMTB40, NMTB50, HSK63A, and HSK100A. Products are organized by mounting type — machine-mount, bench-mount, and floor-mount — so a shop can place storage directly at the spindle, at a bench, or in a centralized tool crib. Compartment counts range from 7 for compact machine-mount racks to 138 for heavy-duty floor-mount SuperTower units. Construction is steel, with formed channels and welded or bolted assemblies intended for industrial environments. Machine-mount racks are designed for vertical or horizontal attachment to CNC machines, keeping frequently used toolholders within reach. Floor-mount towers and racks provide centralized storage for larger tool inventories, with models such as the 72-compartment ToolTower and the 135- or 138-compartment SuperTower. Bench-mount racks, including a 45-compartment unit for BT30/CAT30/NMTB30 tooling, suit toolroom and pre-set areas. Across the line, the design intent is consistent: hold toolholders by the taper, keep cutting edges separated, and make tools visible and retrievable without handling damage. 3G Electric supplies the HUOT CNC line as part of its industrial equipment catalog, with 40 SKUs spanning racks, carts, and lockers. The catalog includes machine-mount racks for HSK100A (16 compartments), HSK63A (7 compartments), and BT40/CAT40/NMTB40 (28 compartments); floor-mount units for HSK63A (72 and 138 compartments) and BT30/CAT30/NMTB30 (72 compartments); and heavy-duty floor-mount racks for BT40/CAT40/NMTB40 (135 compartments). Each listing carries the manufacturer part number, taper compatibility, compartment count, and mounting type so buyers can match a rack to their tooling and floor plan. For plant engineers and maintenance managers specifying tool storage, the relevant selection variables are taper series, number of toolholders to be stored, mounting location, and available floor or bench footprint. 3G Electric supports the line with SKU-level specifications, quote requests, and global shipping. The HUOT CNC range is a storage and organization product family rather than a machine-tool or cutting-tool line; it is specified alongside machining centers to standardize toolholding logistics and protect tooling assets.

Common Applications

  • CNC machining centers — Machine-mount HSK100A rack (MPN 56780) with 16 compartments keeps toolholders at the spindle.
  • High-volume tool cribs — Floor-mount HSK63A SuperTower (MPN 23870) with 138 compartments centralizes large toolholder inventories.
  • 40-taper machining cells — Heavy-duty floor-mount SuperTower (MPN 23840) stores 135 BT40, CAT40, or NMTB40 toolholders.
  • Toolroom pre-set areas — Bench-mount rack (MPN 14700) with 45 compartments organizes BT30, CAT30, and NMTB30 tooling.
  • Compact machining setups — Machine-mount HSK63A rack (MPN 14781) with 7 compartments provides close-at-hand storage.
  • Mixed-taper workshops — Floor-mount ToolTower (MPN 13870) with 72 compartments for HSK63A toolholder storage.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about HUOT CNC from 3G Electric.

What taper types do HUOT CNC toolholder racks support?

HUOT CNC racks are offered for the common machining-center tapers: BT30, BT40, BT50, CAT30, CAT40, CAT50, NMTB30, NMTB40, NMTB50, HSK63A, and HSK100A. Each rack is built for a specific taper family, so a BT40/CAT40/NMTB40 rack accepts those three 40-taper styles, while an HSK63A rack accepts HSK63A toolholders. Taper compatibility is listed per SKU. Buyers should match the rack to the spindle taper used on their machines; mixing taper families in one rack is not intended by the compartment geometry.

What is the difference between machine-mount, bench-mount, and floor-mount HUOT CNC racks?

Machine-mount racks attach to the CNC machine itself, vertically or horizontally, keeping a small number of toolholders at the spindle. Examples include the 16-compartment HSK100A rack (MPN 56780) and the 7-compartment HSK63A rack (MPN 14781). Bench-mount racks sit on a workbench or toolroom surface, such as the 45-compartment BT30/CAT30/NMTB30 unit (MPN 14700). Floor-mount racks and towers stand on the shop floor for centralized storage, including the 72-compartment HSK63A ToolTower (MPN 13870) and the 135-compartment BT40/CAT40/NMTB40 SuperTower (MPN 23840). Selection depends on where tools are staged and how many need to be held.

How many compartments are available in HUOT CNC SuperTower models?

SuperTower floor-mount racks are available in high-capacity configurations. The HSK63A SuperTower (MPN 23870) provides 138 compartments. The BT40/CAT40/NMTB40 SuperTower (MPN 23840) provides 135 compartments. Both are heavy-duty floor-mount units intended for centralized storage of large toolholder inventories in machining facilities. Compartment count and taper compatibility are the primary differentiators between SuperTower SKUs; buyers should confirm the taper series and the number of toolholders to be stored before specifying.

Are HUOT CNC racks suitable for HSK toolholders?

Yes. The HUOT CNC line includes racks specifically for HSK63A and HSK100A toolholders. HSK63A options include a 7-compartment machine-mount rack (MPN 14781), a 72-compartment floor-mount ToolTower (MPN 13870), and a 138-compartment floor-mount SuperTower (MPN 23870). For HSK100A, a 16-compartment machine-mount rack (MPN 56780) is available. These racks are built to hold HSK toolholders by the taper, keeping cutting edges separated and accessible. Confirm the HSK size and the required compartment count when selecting a model.

What materials are HUOT CNC toolholder racks made from?

HUOT CNC racks are constructed from steel. The product descriptions specify steel construction for heavy-duty floor-mount units such as the 135-compartment BT40/CAT40/NMTB40 SuperTower (MPN 23840). Steel is used across the line to provide the rigidity needed for loaded toolholder storage in industrial machining environments. The racks are intended for stationary or machine-attached use, not for mobile transport, unless a cart model is specified. Buyers should refer to individual SKU specifications for any finish or coating details.

How does 3G Electric support HUOT CNC orders?

3G Electric lists 40 HUOT CNC SKUs covering racks, carts, and lockers, with manufacturer part numbers, taper compatibility, compartment counts, and mounting types shown per listing. Buyers can compare specifications across machine-mount, bench-mount, and floor-mount options and request a quote for the models that match their tooling and floor plan. 3G Electric ships globally, so the HUOT CNC line is available to machining operations regardless of location. For assistance matching a rack to a specific taper series or compartment requirement, contact 3G Electric with the toolholder type and quantity to be stored.