Custom Knurling Patterns, Engineered to Spec
Outside our standard IS:3403 / DIN82 range? Our engineering team designs and manufactures custom wheels and holders to your exact pitch, size, and mounting.
On This Page
Rapid Knurling Product Categories
Explore Rapid's full product range
Knurling Tool Holders
21 tool holder series for plunge and feed knurling: form, internal, straddle, and cut configurations for lathe, CNC, and sliding-head machines.
21 Holder Series: Form, internal, straddle, and cut configurations engineered for lathes, CNC turning centers, and sliding-head machines.
Matched to the Wheel: Every holder geometry is paired to its wheel type, so plunge and feed knurling stay accurate across the full production run.
Knurling Wheels
HSS knurling wheels with bore and face ground, milled sharp edge profile, in form, cut, and counter patterns across standard sizes and pitches.
IS:3403 / DIN82 Standard Patterns: Straight, diamond, and radius profiles across AA, BL, BR, GE, GV, KE, and KV pattern types, with bore and face ground for consistent engagement.
Ready-Stock Sizing: Standardized wheel diameters and pitches mean most sizes ship from stock, without waiting on a custom grinding run.
Technical Specifications
Full dimensional data, wheel size ranges, and pitch charts for the entire Rapid knurling range, plus speeds and feeds for your job.
Why Rapid
Consistent Dimensional Accuracy
Face and O.D. run-out maintained up to 0.03mm max, run after run, where standard knurls give inconsistent results.
Works Across All Materials
SS, Brass, PB, Alloy, MS, and Aluminium: a wider material range than knurls limited to MS/Brass.
Deep, Fully-Formed Profile
Higher knurling depth produces a fully formed pattern in the job, not a shallow impression.
Built for Mass Production
Consistent accuracy and long tool life keep cost-per-part low on high-volume runs.
Wide Size & Pitch Range
13 standard pitches from 0.3mm to 2.5mm across standard wheel sizes, with ready stock in single or bulk quantity.
Custom Engineering On Request
Non-standard pitches, sizes, and fully custom tooling designed to your specification.
Applications
Where Rapid products are used
Press-fit knurling on motor and pump shafts
A straight knurl on the shaft locks rotor cores, commutators, impellers and couplings in place without keys, adhesives or splines.
Knurled inserts for plastic moulding
Diamond and straight knurls on brass inserts lock them into moulded plastic against pull-out and torque.
Grip knurling on knobs, handles and thumb screws
Straight and diamond knurls give a secure, comfortable grip on control knobs, tool handles, adjusters and hand-tightened screws.
Knurling brass turned parts on sliding-head and automatic lathes
Compact knurling holders that fit the tool positions of sliding-head and automatic lathes for high-volume brass and steel parts.
Press-in studs and wheel studs
A straight knurl under the head bites into the hole so the stud cannot turn when the nut is tightened.
Decorative and grip knurling on curved surfaces
Radius knurling wheels follow convex and concave contours on torches, pens, fitness equipment and consumer products.
Rapid Articles
View all →
Why Is Taper Knurling So Frustrating? (And How to Get Perfect Teeth Every Time)
Why a knurl on a tapered section double-tracks at the small end, the two ways shops try to do taper knurling, and three setup tips for clean teeth along the whole taper.
Diamond Knurling: Complete Guide to Types, Methods, Tools and Applications
Diamond knurling creates a cross-hatched pattern for grip, friction and mechanical retention. This guide compares form and cut knurling and shows which Rapid tool holder suits each application.
Choosing the Right Knurling Tool for Your Application
Selecting the right knurling tool is crucial for achieving optimal results in manufacturing processes that require enhanced grip, aesthetic appeal, and precise mechanical engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Talk to the Rapid team
Questions about sizes, stock, lead times or a part made to your drawing? Our team will help you choose the right product.
Need a Custom Rapid Solution?
Tell us your requirement and our engineering team will get back to you with pricing and lead time.