Gun Drilling Attachments for Machining Centers

I use gun drilling attachments for occasional deep hole jobs on machining centers. A dedicated gun drilling machine is better for production work, but an attachment makes economic sense when you only drill deep holes a few times per month. The attachment turns a standard VMC or HMC into a capable deep hole drilling setup for a fraction of the cost. Attachment Types: Spindle-Mounted vs Self-Powered Two attachment types are available and each covers a different application range. ...

June 12, 2026 · Engineer at the Deep Hole