SHAPER is the flagship SMALL BATCH TOOLS shaping machine and the most popular machine in our portfolio. Designed specifically for acetate eyewear manufacturing, it transforms one machine into a complete shaping workstation capable of performing the majority of post-processing operations required to produce professional-quality frames.
Whether your frames are cut manually or on a CNC machine, the SHAPER removes machining marks, refines edges, cuts lens grooves, shapes nose pads, rounds temple tips and creates chamfers with exceptional precision. Its compact footprint, intuitive operation and modular tooling system make it one of the most valuable investments for independent frame makers, optical laboratories and professional eyewear workshops.
The machine features two independently controlled spindles: one fixed and one adjustable with a precision height adjustment wheel developed by SMALL BATCH TOOLS. This allows multiple operations to be performed without constantly changing tool settings, significantly improving workflow and productivity. Compatible tools are available as the ADVANCED TOOL SET or can be purchased individually from the Shaping collection.
Key Features
- The most popular SMALL BATCH TOOLS machine for professional acetate eyewear manufacturing.
- Dual-spindle design with one fixed and one precision-adjustable spindle.
- Fine height adjustment wheel for accurate tool positioning.
- Independent speed controllers for each spindle.
- ER11 collet system compatible with all 6 mm shank SMALL BATCH TOOLS shaping tools.
- Anodised aluminium construction and surfaces for durability, corrosion resistance and long service life.
- Compact bench-top footprint suitable for workshops of any size.
Applications
- Removing CNC or manually machined tool marks.
- Edge milling and profile refinement.
- Lens groove cutting using the GROOVING TOOL.
- Nose pad shaping using the NOSE PAD SHAPING TOOL or SMALL-RADIUS NOSE PADS TOOL.
- Temple tip rounding, chamfering and edge finishing.
- Preparation of acetate parts before sanding, barrelling and polishing.
Technical Specs
- Construction: Anodised aluminium
- Motors: 2 × 200 W, 24 V DC
- Speed: Adjustable up to 10,000 RPM with independent spindle control
- Collet system: ER11
- Power supply: Integrated 12.5 A MEAN WELL power supply
- Power input: 100-240 V AC
- Dimensions: 37.5 × 19 × 25 cm (W × L × H)
What Is Included
- 1 × SHAPER, without shaping tools installed
- 1 × Power cable (EU, UK or US plug, according to order)
- Set of SMALL BATCH TOOLS spanners
