TNK Europe Limited

AX Series Winding Machines

Benchtop single-spindle winding machine

Following the AW-800 and AW-850, the third-generation AX series now features the next-generation AX_F1 controller. Building on 30 years of proven performance and expertise, this long-selling model delivers excellent cost-performance while meeting increasingly sophisticated market demands. We have updated models that utilise servo motors for both the spindle and traverse axes. Foot pedal control of the spindle speed is available as an option.

Winding capabilities have been enhanced through a proprietary servo control system and a programming function that combines ease of use with the ability to handle a wide range of complex winding specifications. Programs can be created, edited, and saved by connecting the machine to a PC or tablet. This facilitates easy program management across overseas factory locations.

A wide variety of options are available, including tensioning devices, wire guides, and bobbin holders. By selecting the optimal units for your specific requirements, the machine can handle a broad range of wire diameters (from φ0.018 to φ3.0).


Model name AX5 AX6 AX7 AX8
Maximum coil diameter 150mm 300mm
Winding width 0~100mm 0~300mm
Applicable wire diameter 0.018~2.0mm
Spindle Motor AC Servo Motor 400W AC Servo Motor 750W
Spindle speed 1,500 or 3,000 or 6,000 or 10,000 rpm AX7,AX8 1,500 or 3,000 rpm AX7L,AX8L 500 rpm
(Maximum spindle speed choice at ordering)
Encoder Resolution 1°
Brake Electromagnetic brake
Traverse Motor DC Servo Motor 35W AC Servo Motor 100W
Traverse speed (max.) 80mm/s
Positioning accuracy 0.01mm
Power supply voltage 1φ ±10% 50/60Hz 200V version : 200,220,230,240VAC
Power consumption AC200V±10% 1.3KVA AC200V±10% 2.5KVA
Mass 39kg 39kg 100kg 160kg
Dimensions (W x D x H) mm 247x490x409 488x320x534 881x627x428 964x770x1140
AX_F1 Program Capacity
Number of programs Maximum 500
Maximum number of pages per program 999 pages
Maximum number of pages 13,000 total
Display language Japanese/English/German/French
AX_F1 Interface
USB Programming on PCs and tablet devices using software
COM_F1 or COM_Android
Input (MIL 20-pin) 8 points, NPN input rated at 5.25 V or less, 1 mA or more
Output (MIL 20-pin) 8 points, NPN open-collector, max. 50 mA (30 V or less)
Display output LCD with backlight (40 columns x 4 rows)
Input method Menu-driven operation using sheet switches
RS232C(D-Sub-9pin) Machine to machine transfer
Tension (MIL 16-pin) ACT/PCT Tensioning Device Control