The represents a premium line of precision machining and toolholding systems manufactured by SCS Tool (Soviet Carbide & Tool) . The "Platinum" designation indicates the highest tier of accuracy, surface finish, and material quality in their product lineup, while "Arkand" refers to a specific proprietary geometry or design family within their collet and chuck systems.
The SCS Tool Platinum Arkand Series is available through authorized industrial distributors like MSC Industrial, Grainger, and direct via the SCS Tool website. Always verify you are purchasing "Platinum" series boxes—the grey and gold label—to avoid counterfeit standard-grade tools. scs tool platinum arkand series
If you are looking to upgrade your box this year, this is the series to beat. The represents a premium line of precision machining
| Feature | SCS Platinum Arkand | BIG DAISHOWA Mega Chuck | Haimer Power Shrink | |---------|---------------------|--------------------------|----------------------| | Max RPM (std) | 30,000 | 25,000 | 28,000 | | TIR (µm) | ≤3 | ≤5 | ≤4 | | Grip torque (Nm @ 20mm) | ~450 | ~400 | ~480 | | Coating type | Platinum nitride | TiN | None (bare steel) | | Approx. price (USD) | $380–$650 | $420–$700 | $500–$850 | price (USD) | $380–$650 | $420–$700 | $500–$850
| Feature | Specification / Detail | |---------|------------------------| | | Premium alloy steel (typically hardened to 58–62 HRC) | | Surface Treatment | Platinum anti-corrosion coating (nitride-based or DLC-like) | | TIR (Runout Accuracy) | ≤ 3 µm (0.00012") at 4× diameter | | Balancing Grade | G2.5 @ 25,000 RPM (higher optional) | | Grip Type | High-precision collet / hydraulic / shrink-fit (varies by sub-series) | | Taper Interface | SK, BT, CAT, or HSK (depending on order) |