Technical Data Sheets
Compiled from the Vindex supplier data sheet and the reviewed Machine Compatibility reference. Compare spindle dimensions, bolster options, mechanical speeds, weights and application guidance, then confirm the final configuration against your machine make and model.
Spindle selection data
Compare spindle specifications, insert references and the machine-reference directory below.
Ring Spinning Spindle Specifications
VINDEX technical dataThis data sheet lists the ring spinning spindle types supplied by Vindex Industries, with the figures needed to match a spindle to your frame. Read it together with the Ring Spinning Machine Spindles page and the product pages: Aluminum Plug Type Spindle for Manual Doffing, Aluminum Plug Type Spindle for Auto Doffing, and Rabbeth (Bare Blade) Type Spindle. To confirm the right spindle for your machine, contact us with your machine make and model.
| Type of Spindle | Wharve diameter (mm) | Lift (mm) | Insert / bolster make | Insert / bolster | Mechanical speed (rpm) | Weight (kg)* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum Plug Type Spindle — Manual / Auto Doffing | 18.5 to 22.5 | 165 to 250 | Vindex | HF 1 | Up to 22,000 | 0.235 and above |
| Aluminum Plug Type Spindle — Manual / Auto Doffing | 18.5 to 22.5 | 165 to 250 | Vindex | HF 21 | Up to 20,000 | 0.235 and above |
| Aluminum Plug Type Spindle — Manual / Auto Doffing | 18.5 to 22.5 | 165 to 250 | Vindex | CS 1 / CS 1 12 | Up to 22,000 | 0.235 and above |
| Aluminum Plug Type Spindle — Manual / Auto Doffing | 18.5 to 22.5 | 165 to 250 | Vindex | CS 1 S / CS 1 S 12 | Up to 30,000 | 0.235 and above |
| Aluminum Plug Type Spindle - Manual Doffing (165-204 mm lift) | 18.5 to 22.5 | 165 to 204 | Vindex | HF 1 | Up to 22,000 | 0.200 and above |
| Aluminum Plug Type Spindle - Manual Doffing (165-204 mm lift) | 18.5 to 22.5 | 165 to 204 | Vindex | HF 21 | Up to 20,000 | 0.200 and above |
| Aluminum Plug Type Spindle - Manual Doffing (165-204 mm lift) | 18.5 to 22.5 | 165 to 204 | Vindex | CS 1 / CS 1 12 | Up to 22,000 | 0.200 and above |
| Aluminum Plug Type Spindle - Manual Doffing (165-204 mm lift) | 18.5 to 22.5 | 165 to 204 | Vindex | CS 1 S / CS 1 S 12 | Up to 30,000 | 0.200 and above |
| Aluminum plug type | 20.2 to 25.4 | 204 to 250 | Vindex | HF 21 | 8,000 to 12,000 | 0.300 and above |
Manual / Auto Doffing rows share the listed dimensions and ratings. Gripper and tube-fitting configuration differ by doffing type. Manual-only variants remain separately listed.
Source: Vindex supplier data sheet. Values belong to the listed configuration; ranges are not universal ratings. Final construction, lift, bolster and machine compatibility remain to be confirmed before ordering.
Ring Doubling / Twisting Spindle Specifications
VINDEX technical dataSupplier reference values for ring doublers and heavy ring doublers.
| Type of Spindle | Wharve diameter (mm) | Lift (mm) | Insert / bolster make | Insert / bolster | Mechanical speed (rpm) | Weight (kg)* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ring Doubling / Twisting Spindle | 25.4 and above | 204 to 420 | Vindex | HF 3C HZ 44 | 3,000 to 12,000 | 0.525 and above |
| Heavy-Duty Ring Doubling / Twisting Spindle | Up to 100 | Up to 480 | Vindex | HZ 55 / HZ 68 / HZ 77 | 3,000 to 7,000 | 0.525 and above |
Heavy-Duty / Woollen / Worsted / Jute Spindle Specifications
VINDEX technical dataThis data sheet lists the woollen, worsted and jute ring spinning spindle types supplied by Vindex Industries, with the figures needed to match a spindle to your frame. Read it together with the Woolen, Worsted & Jute Ring Spinning Spindles page and the Heavy Duty Aluminum Plug Type Spindle product page. To confirm the right spindle for your machine, contact us with your machine make and model.
| Type of Spindle | Wharve dia. (mm) | LIFT size (mm) | Insert / bolster make | Insert / bolster | Speed-RPM (Mechanical) | Weight (kg)* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy-Duty Aluminum Plug Type Spindle | 32 and above | Up to 600 | Vindex | HZ 44 / HZ 68 / HZ 77 , 18 mm neck bearing | 3,000 to 7,000 | 1.25 and above |
| Heavy-Duty Aluminum Plug Type Spindle | 32 and above | Up to 600 | Vindex | HZ 44 / HZ 68 / HZ 77 | Up to 10,000 | 1.25 and above |
| Heavy-Duty Straight-Built Spindle (Bare Blade) | 25.4 and above | 250 and above | Vindex | HF 3C | 4,000 to 7,000 | 0.400 and above |
HF 3C: wharve diameter 25.4 mm and above; lift 250 mm and above; mechanical speed 4,000–7,000 rpm. The supplied 0.400 kg and above weight field is not a verified maximum package-load rating.
Source: Vindex supplier data sheet. Values belong to the listed configuration; ranges are not universal ratings. Final spindle and machine compatibility remain to be confirmed before ordering.
Choose the Right Spindle for Your Frame
Selection guideStart with your machine family and ring diameter, then check the fibre or process and the insert (bolster) your frame uses. This table matches each Vindex spindle type to the ring diameters and processes stated on its product page.
| Machine family | Ring diameter | Spindle type | Wharve dia. | Inserts, speed and lift | Typical process |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ring spinning | 38, 40, 42, 45, 48 mm | Aluminum plug type, manual doffing | 18.5 to 22 mm | HF-1, HF-21, HF-100, CS1, CS21 inserts; recommended for tubes of 165 to 250 mm | Cotton, man-made fibers, wool and blends |
| Ring spinning | 38, 40, 42, 45, 48 mm | Aluminum plug type, auto doffing | 18.5 to 22 mm | HF-1, HF-21, CS1, CS21 inserts | Cotton, man-made fibers, wool and blends |
| Ring spinning | 38, 40, 42, 45, 48 mm | Rabbeth (bare blade) | 18.5 to 22 mm | HF-1, HF-21, CS1, CS21 inserts; up to 22,000 rpm | Cotton, man-made fibers, wool and blends |
| Ring doubling / twisting | 2 inch | Aluminum plug type | 22.2 to 30 mm | HF-1, HF-21, HF-100, HZ-2C, HZ-3C inserts | Yarn, cotton and jute |
| Ring doubling / twisting | 2.5 and 3 inch | Straight built (bare blade) | 25.4 mm and above | HZ-2C, HZ-3C inserts; lift up to 250 mm; up to 10,000 rpm | Yarn, cotton and jute |
| Ring doubling / twisting | 3.5 and 4 inch | Heavy duty | 24.5 mm and above | HZ-3C, HZ-44 inserts; lift 204 to 420 mm; up to 8,000 rpm | Cotton, fiber glass, nylon fish net twine, jute, asbestos |
| Ring doubling / twisting | See product page | Extra heavy duty | Up to 100 mm | HZ-55, HZ-66, HZ-68, HZ-77; 20, 24 and 28 mm neck bearing | Jute, tire cord yarn, nylon rope and twine, fishnet, polyester, draw twisting, HDPE |
| Woolen, worsted and jute ring spinning | 3 to 6.5 inch | Heavy duty aluminum plug type | Up to 100 mm | HZ-55, HZ-66, HZ-68, HZ-77; 20, 24 and 28 mm neck bearing | Woolen, jute, nylon and tire cord |
Source: Vindex supplier data sheet. Values belong to the listed configuration; ranges are not universal ratings. Open item: the ring diameter for the extra-heavy-duty ring doubling / twisting configuration must be checked on the relevant product page and confirmed for the machine.
Spindle Inserts (Bolsters) Reference
Application guideThe insert, also called the bolster, is the bearing housing a spindle fits into. Vindex supplies spindles for the insert types below.
| Insert / bolster | Machine family | Vindex spindles that list it |
|---|---|---|
| HF-1 | Ring spinning, ring doubling | Manual doffing, auto doffing, Rabbeth, aluminum plug type (doubling) |
| HF-21 | Ring spinning, ring doubling | Manual doffing, auto doffing, Rabbeth, aluminum plug type (doubling) |
| HF-100 | Ring spinning, ring doubling | Manual doffing, aluminum plug type (doubling) |
| CS1, CS21 | Ring spinning | Manual doffing, auto doffing, Rabbeth |
| HZ-2C | Ring doubling / twisting | Aluminum plug type, straight built |
| HZ-3C | Ring doubling / twisting | Aluminum plug type, straight built, heavy duty |
| HZ-33 | Ring doubling / twisting | Ring doubling and twisting spindles |
| HZ-44 | Ring doubling, woolen / worsted / jute | Heavy duty ring doubler, woolen, worsted and jute spindles |
| HZ-55, HZ-66, HZ-68, HZ-77 | Ring doubling, woolen / worsted / jute | Extra heavy duty ring doubler, heavy duty aluminum plug type |
| 20 mm, 24 mm, 28 mm neck bearing | Ring doubling, woolen / worsted / jute | Extra heavy duty ring doubler, heavy duty aluminum plug type |
Other Product Technical Data
VINDEX PRODUCT REFERENCESTechnical and selection details for the remaining product families. Reference dimensions and options depend on the selected variant; unavailable ratings are not implied.
| Product | Technical Specifications / Selection Data | Construction / Application Details |
|---|---|---|
| Spindle Bolsters & Inserts | • Insert Design: Heavy-duty spherical footstep • Oil Viscosity: ISO VG 10 / VG 12 compatible • Clearance: Micron-level hydraulic tolerances | • Rapid vibration suppression under full bobbin load • Extended oil change intervals (up to 4,000 hrs) • Anti-wear special alloy steel bolster housing |
| Pressure Fingers | Flyer types: Aerodynamic, steel-clad / slotted, open-leg or closed-leg. Bobbin-size references: 12 × 5, 12 × 6, 14 × 6, 16 × 6 in. Check: Mounting, arm profile, contact surface and matched mass. | Helps control roving winding tension and bobbin density. Material / finish: Aluminum alloy or steel; polished contact path or anodised aluminum, Mass matching, balancing and permitted flyer speed require assembly-specific confirmation. |
| Precision Bottom Fluted Rollers | Diameter references: 25 / 27 / 30 mm. Profiles: Straight, helical or knurled, Drawing targets: Surface hardness 58–62 HRC; TIR ≤ 0.01 mm, | Precision drafting rollers for sliver / roving control. Confirm flute pitch, working length, coupling, bearing seats, material and heat treatment. Finite runout tolerance does not guarantee zero vibration or a specific yarn U%. |
| Bottom Roller Bearings | Catalogue family: UL Check: Bore d, OD D, width / L, collar, roller-stand width and locating cap / clip. LZ, RNAO, NAO and HK references require separate drawing review; roller-body OD alone does not identify the bearing. | Supports fluted rollers for smooth, controlled rotation. Sealing, lubrication, alignment capability and runout tolerance depend on bearing design. RNAO has no inner ring; NAO includes an inner ring. These are not automatic UL substitutes. |
| Jockey Pulleys & Tension Pulleys | OD references: 70 / 75 / 80 mm. Bearing: Deep-groove ball bearing; 2RS sealing Check: Face width / profile, bore, mounting and belt type. | Maintains spindle-tape / drive-belt tension. Options: Polymer or aluminum sheave; crowned face; zinc-plated metal parts or anodised aluminum, as specified. |
| TFO & Specialty Twisting Spares | • Speed: Engineered for continuous twisting speeds • Components: Pots, spindles, flyers, capsules, cutters | • Wear-resistant ceramic eyelets and guides • High mechanical endurance against synthetic & blended yarn wear • Direct drop-in OEM replacement |
| TFO Spindle Bolsters | • Speed: Up to 10,000 rpm • Lift: Up to 250 mm • Wharve Diameter: 25.4 mm and above • Ring Diameter: 2.5 / 3 inch • Neck Bearing: 20 / 24 / 28 mm (specifications from the Muratec 363 variant page) • Bolster Models: HZ-3C, HZ-33, HZ-44, HZ-55, HZ-66, HZ-68, HZ-77 Identification: HZ 55/66/68/77; pot-size references 120/140/160/180/200 mm. | • EN-31 / AISI-52100 blade steel • Vibration up to 0.05 mm/sec · noise up to 75 dBA • Dynamically balanced — holds the wharve dead-centre and runs cool under continuous load • Built to the original machine geometry — direct replacement fit • Complete set with flange, nut and spindle lock |
| Winding Bearings | • Function: Support rotating winding components — drums, spindles and traverse mechanisms • Designations: 16 WB references, e.g. WB-16-7.5-20-40, WB-19-9-22-34 • Selection: Match the assembly reference to the machine requirement; confirm mounting dimensions, fit and operating limits before ordering | • Interchange codes are a matching reference, not a guarantee of fit • Send the bearing designation, machine model, dimensions and a clear sample photograph for exact matching • For winding machines and yarn package preparation |
| Top Rollers | Series: LP 1002 / LP 1003; other LP references Arms: PK / HP-A / RT — match full reference. Check: Gauge, cot seat, length, roller position and runout. | Precision arbour, antifriction bearings, fibre-fly protection and cot mounting. Material, hardness, tolerance and lubrication depend on selected variant. |
| Cam Follower Bearings | Series references: KR / KRV, CF / CFH, NUKR / PWKR. Check: Roller OD, width, stud / thread, load and lubrication. | Stud-type track rollers for cam guidance and lifting / traverse mechanisms Series are not automatic interchange equivalents. |
| Regional & Custom OEM Components | • Built strictly per client engineering drawings or physical master samples | • 100% dimensional inspection reports • Batch traceability & corrosion-protected export packaging |
Product & Machine Reference Directory
VINDEX technical dataMachine references for each product category. Detailed spindle specifications appear in the tables above; other product specifications are available on their individual product pages.
| Product Category | Machine Makes & Model References |
|---|---|
| Textile Spindle For Ring Spinning Machine | LMW: LG5/1, LR6/A/AX, LR7/LR8, LR9 SX/AX, LRJ9, LR60/LR90. Rieter: G5/1, G10, G30/G32/G33/G35/G36/G38; K44/K45/K47/K48. Zinser: 319/321/350/351/451, Impact FX 551, 720. Toyoda / KTTM: RX 100/200/240/300, RXI. Marzoli: MDS1/2/7/9, MP1, Galileo. Other references: Suessen, Texmaco, Textool, MMC. |
| Spindle Bolsters & Inserts | Rieter: G33, G35, G38 LMW: LR6, LR9 series Zinser: 351, 451 Impact FX Marzoli & KTTM Ring Frames |
| Ring Doubling / Ring Twisting Spindles | Indian references: Veejay Lakshmi; LMW DJ 50 / LR 50; Texmaco; Textool DT / DJ; Aawadhkrupa, JMW, Minarva. Other enquiries: Lezzeni TBR / CL / BR; Galan; Rieter / Scragg; Michele Ratti; Ishikawa; Murata; Huzur. |
| Woolen / Worsted / Jute Ring Spinning Spindles | Woolen / Worsted enquiries: LMW, Textool, Texmaco, Jawa / Pradeep; Gaudino, Zinser, Cognetex / San Giorgio, Bigagli, O.M.B. Jute enquiries: Lagan, Texmaco, regional machinery suppliers; James Mackie, Golden Eagle. |
| Pressure Fingers | Speed-frame references: LMW LF 1400/1400A/1465/1660/4200; Rieter F10/F11/F15/F30/F33/F35/F40; Zinser 660/668/670; Toyoda / KTTM FL 12/14/16/100/200; Marzoli BC16/BC20/FT1/FT6/FT7; Electro-Jet, Texmaco, MMC, Howa. |
| Precision Bottom Fluted Rollers | Ring frames: Rieter G5/1, G30–G38, G60/G70; LMW LG5/1, LR6–LR9, LRJ9/LR60; Zinser 319/321/350/351/451/720; Marzoli MDS / MP1; Toyoda / KTTM RX; Suessen, Texmaco, Textool, MMC. Roving: LMW LF 1400/1465/1660/4200; Rieter F10/F11/F15/F30/F35/F40; Zinser 660/668/670; Toyoda FL. Draw-frame enquiries: Rieter RSB-D; LMW LDF; Trutzschler TD; Vouk / Marzoli |
| Bottom Roller Bearings | Ring frames: Rieter G5/1, G30–G38, G60/G70; LMW LG5/1, LR6–LR9, LRJ9/LR60; Zinser 319/321/350/351/451/720; Marzoli MDS / MP1; Toyoda / KTTM RX; Suessen, Texmaco, Textool, MMC. Roving: LMW LF 1400/1465/1660/4200; Rieter F10/F11/F15/F30/F35/F40; Zinser 660/668/670; Toyoda FL. Draw-frame enquiries: Rieter RSB-D; LMW LDF; Trutzschler TD; Vouk / Marzoli |
| Jockey Pulleys & Tension Pulleys | Ring frames: LMW LG5/1, LR6–LR9, LRJ9/LR60; Rieter G5/1, G10, G30–G38; Zinser 319/321/350/351/451; Marzoli MDS; Toyoda / KTTM RX; Suessen, Textool, Texmaco, MMC. TFO: Veejay Lakshmi VJ 120/150/160/190; Volkmann VTS / CompactTwister; Murata 363/368; Huzur, Mihan. Other enquiries: Ring doublers—LMW, Textool, Galan, Lezzeni; rotor machines—Rieter / Schlafhorst. |
| TFO & Specialty Twisting Spares | Allma (Saurer), Schlafhorst (Saurer), Veejay Lakshmi, Murata (7-2, 7-7), Meera Turkish Machinery: Huzur Makina, Milhan Makina, Birko AS Italian / Specialty: Giesse (Fancy Yarn), Ishikawa |
| TFO Spindle Bolsters | India: Veejay Lakshmi VJ 120/150/160/190/216; Prerna, Himson, Meera. Global: Volkmann VTS 07/08/09; Saurer CompactTwister / CableCorder; Murata 363/363-II/368; Savio Geminis / Cosmos; Ratti, Giesse. Other references: Huzur, Mihan, Birko, Ishikawa. |
| Winding Bearings | Muratec: Process Coner II Rieter: Autoconer X6 Savio: Proxima Smartconer Bearing matched to the exact machine model, OEM part number or sample before quoting — fit is machine-specific |
| Top Rollers | Ring: Rieter G5/1, G30–G38, G60/G70; LMW LR6–LR9, LRJ9/LR60; Zinser 319/321/350/351/451/720; Marzoli MDS / MP1; Toyoda / KTTM RX / RXI. Roving: LMW LF 1400/1465/1660/4200; Rieter F10/F11/F15/F30/F35/F40; Zinser 660/668/670; Toyoda FL. Other enquiries: Rieter / LMW / Trutzschler draw frames; Suessen EliTe, Rieter compacting systems, Rotorcraft RoCoS. |
| Cam Follower Bearings | Ring / Roving: Rieter, LMW, Zinser, Marzoli, Toyoda / KTTM, Electro-Jet. TFO: Veejay Lakshmi, Volkmann / Allma, Murata, Huzur, Agteks. Winding: Muratec, Schlafhorst, Savio. Weaving / Knitting: Staubli, Picanol, Toyota, Tsudakoma, Itema, Mayer & Cie, Terrot, Santoni, Fukuhara, Monarch. |
| Regional & Custom OEM Components | Jayalakshmi Machine Works (JMW), Minarva, Aawadhkrupa, Lakshmi Narayan Industries (LNI) & bespoke drawing parts |
Compatibility varies by model. Confirm dimensions or part number before ordering. *Weight basis / included components must be confirmed. Wharve ranges and HF / HZ / CS designations vary between source configurations; do not treat them as interchangeable.
Inspection protocols: Inspection scope and reports are agreed for the selected component.
Corrosion protection: VCI (Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor) plastic wrapping with rust-preventive oil coating.
Shipping standards: Heavy-duty, fumigated seaworthy wooden cases / reinforced export corrugated boxes with internal partition grids.
Source: Vindex supplier data sheet. Values belong to the listed configuration; ranges are not universal ratings. Confirm the applicable insert or bolster for the exact machine position before ordering.
Technical Data — Frequently Asked Questions
What technical data is published on this page?
Seven reference tables with 57 listed reference rows covering spindle dimensions, bolster options, mechanical speeds, weights and application guidance.
Which spindle types are covered?
Ring spinning, ring doubling / twisting, woollen / worsted / jute, bolster and insert references, and a product / machine reference directory.
How do I select the right spindle from the tables?
Compare the spindle types against your frame, then confirm the final configuration against your machine make and model before ordering.
Is this data verified?
The page combines supplier reference values with machine application references. Exact ratings and fitment require the selected product drawing or test record.