🆕 Pepetools Ultra Rolling Mill (130mm Combination Rolling Mill)

Product Description The Pepetools Ultra 130mm Combination Rolling Mill is the flagship model in the Pepetools rolling mill range, designed for professional jewellery making, silversmithing, and metal fabrication. Combining flat sheet rolling, square wire reduction, and half-round ring shank forming in one heavy-duty machine, it provides exceptional versatility for jewellers working with gold, silver, copper, brass, and other suitable non-ferrous metals. Featuring large 65 mm diameter rollers, a 4:1 reduction gearbox, and a high-strength ductile iron frame, the Ultra Mill delivers excellent leverage, rigidity, and precision during demanding rolling operations. The reduction gearbox significantly reduces the physical effort required to roll metal, while the combination roller design allows jewellers to produce a wide variety of sheet, wire, and ring stock without needing separate machines. The mill features a 66 mm precision flat rolling area, nine square wire grooves ranging from 1.0 mm to 6.5 mm, and three half-round ring shank profiles. Its precision-machined carbon steel rollers feature an outer 3 mm layer induction hardened to approximately 65 HRC, providing excellent resistance to wear and deformation. The mirror-polished roller surfaces help produce smooth, consistent results with minimal surface marking. Key Features Flagship Ultra Combination Mill: Professional rolling mill for sheet, square wire, and half-round ring shank forming 130 mm Roller Width: Heavy-duty combination rollers for versatile jewellery fabrication 66 mm Flat Rolling Area: Precision-machined surface for rolling sheet metal and strip 9 Square Wire Grooves: Wide range of forming sizes from 1.0 mm to 6.5 mm Half-Round Ring Shank Profiles: Three dedicated grooves for producing shaped ring stock 4:1 Reduction Gearbox: Provides increased mechanical advantage for easier rolling with less physical effort Large 65 mm Diameter Rollers: Robust construction for consistent rolling performance Induction Hardened Steel Rollers: Outer 3 mm hardened to approximately 65 HRC for superior wear resistance Mirror-Finished Roller Surfaces: Precision-machined and polished for smooth, high-quality rolled metal Ductile Iron Frame: High-strength construction with excellent vibration damping characteristics Solid Steel Gears: Precision-hobbed gears manufactured from solid steel rather than cast components Maintenance-Free Bronze Bushings: Custom-designed bushings for smooth and reliable operation Technical Specifications Brand: Pepetools Model: Ultra Combination Rolling Mill Type: Combination Rolling Mill Frame Material: High-strength ductile iron Gear Ratio: 4:1 Roller Width: 130 mm Roller Diameter: 65 mm Maximum Roller Opening: 5 mm Flat Rolling Area: 66 mm (±0.01 mm) Square Wire Grooves: 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5, 6.0 and 6.5 mm (±0.01 mm) Half-Round Ring Shank Profiles: 2.5 × 1.0, 3.0 × 1.25 and 4.0 × 1.5 mm Minimum Sheet Thickness Capability: Approximately 0.025 mm (0.001") under suitable rolling conditions Roller Material: High-quality carbon steel alloy Roller Surface Hardness: Approximately 65 HRC Hardened Layer Depth: Approximately 3 mm Roller Finish: Precision-machined and mirror polished Why Ductile Iron? Unlike conventional rolling mills that use grey cast iron frames, Pepetools manufactures its Ultra rolling mills using high-strength ductile iron. This material provides excellent mechanical strength, vibration damping, and resistance to wear, making it particularly suitable for precision metalworking machinery. According to Pepetools, ductile iron offers approximately 6.6 times greater vibration damping than steel, helping reduce vibration during rolling operations. Its graphite structure also contributes to favourable wear characteristics, supporting long-term durability in demanding workshop environments. Applications Rolling sterling silver, gold, copper, brass, and other suitable jewellery metals Reducing metal sheet and strip thickness Producing thin metal sheet and foil Reducing and shaping square jewellery wire Producing half-round ring shanks and ring-making stock Preparing metal for rings, pendants, earrings, bracelets, and bangles Creating custom jewellery wire and sheet dimensions Jewellery fabrication, silversmithing, and metalworking Professional jewellery manufacturing, schools, and training workshops Rolling Mill Operation & Care For best results, reduce metal thickness gradually over multiple passes rather than attempting large reductions in a single pass. Anneal the metal as required between rolling stages to restore workability, reduce the risk of cracking, and minimise unnecessary strain on the rolling mill. Keep the rollers clean and free from debris to protect their precision-polished surfaces. Avoid rolling hardened steel or other unsuitable materials that could damage the rollers. The rolling mill should be securely mounted to a sturdy workbench before operation. Important Information This is a combination rolling mill featuring a 66 mm flat rolling area, nine square wire grooves, and three half-round ring shank profiles. For jewellers who primarily require wider sheet rolling without wire-forming grooves, the Pepetools Ultra 130mm Flat Rolling Mill may be a more suitable option. The maximum roller opening of 5 mm represents the maximum separation between the rollers and does not mean that every material can be reduced from this thickness in a single pass. The minimum achievable sheet thickness depends on the metal, its preparation, and the rolling technique used. The Pepetools Ultra 130mm Combination Rolling Mill is an excellent choice for professional jewellers and silversmiths seeking a premium, heavy-duty rolling mill that combines precision sheet rolling, extensive wire-forming capabilities, and durable construction in one versatile machine.