Nova® Straight Grinder 20,000 RPM
High-torque pneumatic straight grinder designed for precision deburring, flash removal, and surface finishing in confined airframe compartments.
Engineered for Aircraft MRO & OEM Lines
New Products and Specials
Discover our latest releases in solid carbide extension drills, Nova® front exhaust pneumatic grinders, sealant cutters, end mills, and special tooling inventories.
Aerospace Tooling Innovation
High-Precision Cutting Tools & Pneumatic Maintenance Equipment
Pan American Tool Corporation continuously updates its inventory with advanced cutting geometry, long-reach extension drills, and ergonomic air tools to satisfy the strict requirements of commercial airlines, third-party MRO stations, and military aerostructure facilities worldwide. Explore our newest line additions below, all certified under U.S. Government CAGE Code 0PFP1.
Newly Released Line Items
Explore Current Tooling Additions & In-Stock Specials
Every newly added item undergoes rigorous dimensional inspection to guarantee NAS and MIL-SPEC compliance for high-rigidity and tight-tolerance machining.
Nova® Straight Grinder 18,000 RPM
Operates at optimal surface speed for non-ferrous alloys, reducing thermal stress while maintaining consistent removal rates on aluminum skins.
Nova® Front Exhaust Grinder 18,000 RPM
Front-directed air exhaust blows metal shavings and abrasive dust forward, ensuring line-of-sight clarity and clean working zones on structural joints.
Nova® Front Exhaust Grinder 22,000 RPM
Combines high-speed rotational power with a targeted front exhaust airflow, engineered for rapid burr removal on hard alloy castings.
Nova® 90º Angle Grinder w/ 6" Extension
Features a 6-inch extended neck for reaching deep wing ribs, spar webs, and interior fuselage stringers where standard die grinders fit with difficulty.
Non-Marring Aerospace Sealant Cutters
Engineered for stripping cured polysulfide and polyurethane aerospace sealants without scratching or gouging underlying alclad aluminum skins.
Phenolic Scraper for Rivet Gun
Designed for fast installation in standard pneumatic rivet guns, providing controlled impact scraping to clear stubborn sealant without damaging substrate metals.
Carbide End Mills — 2-Flute Single End
High-chip-load geometry ideal for slotting, profiling, and plunging operations in aerospace aluminium 2024, 7075, and composite structures.
Carbide End Mills — 4-Flute Single End
Delivers superior wall surface finish and edge rigidity when peripheral milling stainless steel, titanium, and high-temp superalloys.
Solid Carbide Jobber Drills (Metric)
Micro-grain carbide substrate engineered for abrasive composite panels and hard metal drilling, holding strict hole tolerances across production runs.
Carbide Extension Drills — 4" OAL
Provides rigid alignment for deep access drilling. Resists deflection under thrust pressure to ensure straighter holes in dense aerospace stacks.
Carbide Extension Drills — 6" OAL
Extra-reach 6-inch solid carbide drills designed to maintain rotational concentricity during deep-pocket hole drilling on airframes.
NAS 965 Threaded Shank Carbide — Stubby
1/4-28 threaded shank stubby drill crafted from solid carbide, perfectly suited for close-quarter right-angle drilling motors and microstop cages.
NAS 965 Threaded Shank Carbide — Short
Standard short-length threaded shank carbide drill featuring a 135° split point to eliminate drill walking in titanium and Inconel® sheets.
Solid Carbide Chucking Reamers
Brings pre-drilled holes to precise fastener size tolerances with exceptionally smooth micro-finish, extending tool life in CFRP laminates.
MorTorq® Insert Bits — 1/4" Hex
Precision-machined MorTorq® drive bits designed for high-torque spiral groove fasteners used across modern commercial airframe panels.
TorxPlus® Insert Bits — 1/4" Hex
Engineered with an elliptical lobe profile to maximize torque transmission and eliminate cam-out during structural panel maintenance.
Carbide 6-Flute Chatterless Countersinks
Unequal flute spacing dampens harmonic vibration, delivering chatter-free, mirror-smooth countersinks for flush-head rivet installations.
Burraway In / Out Hole Deburring Tools
Deburrs both the front and back edges of drilled holes in a single pass without scratching the interior cylinder of the hole wall.
Cobalt Aircraft Extension Drills — 24" OAL
M42 cobalt high-speed steel with 135° split point, providing extreme reach for line maintenance inside deep airframe assemblies.
Technical Reference
New Release Tooling Application & Material Compatibility
This technical summary aids tooling crib managers and manufacturing engineers in selecting the correct cutting tool geometry based on structural material composition and operational access requirements.
| Tool Category | Substrate / Geometry | Aerospace Material Focus | Performance Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nova® Front Exhaust Grinders | Pneumatic Motor (18k - 25k RPM) | Aluminium Skins, Titanium Castings | Prevents debris blowout into structural crevices; cools work zone while clearing chips. |
| Solid Carbide Extension Drills | Micro-grain Solid Carbide (4" & 6" OAL) | CFRP, Titanium, Inconel® Stacks | Eliminates drill wander under high thrust load; resists thermal wear in tough alloys. |
| NAS 965 Threaded Shank Drills | Solid Carbide / M42 Cobalt (1/4-28 Thread) | High-Density Alloy Fastener Holes | Fits microstop cages & right-angle drives; maintains precise depth repeatability. |
| Non-Marring Sealant Cutters | Engineering Polymer / Phenolic | Alclad 2024 / 7075 Fuselage Panels | Strips tough aerospace sealants completely without damaging protective anodized layers. |
| 6-Flute Chatterless Countersinks | Solid Carbide & HSS Coated | Flush Rivet & Hi-Lok® Seats | Harmonic vibration dampening yields surface finishes under 32 Ra micro-inches. |
| MorTorq® & TorxPlus® Bits | Tool-Steel Hardened Insert Bits | Structural Airframe Fasteners | High torque transmission geometry prevents recess stripping during high-speed assembly. |
Experience & Reliability Since 1986
Why International Aerospace Procurement Trusts Pan American Tool
For nearly four decades, Pan American Tool Corporation has supported major international carriers, MRO repair facilities, and defense contractors across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and South America. Our extensive catalog of over 5,000 active line items ensures immediate order fulfillment for critical aircraft-on-ground (AOG) situations.
- CAGE Code 0PFP1 Certified: Approved supplier for U.S. Federal Government, military depots, and OEM aerospace prime contractors.
- Strict NAS & MIL Compliance: All cutting tools strictly adhere to National Aerospace Standards (NAS 965, NAS 907, NAS 937).
- Global Logistics & Export Compliance: Fully equipped for expedited international freight dispatch, custom export paperwork, and distributor programs.
- Dedicated Application Engineering: Direct phone and technical support from tool specialists familiar with SRM procedures and composite machining limits.
Quality Assurance & Lot Traceability
Every shipment includes standardized Certificate of Conformance (C of C) documentation, ensuring complete lot integrity from raw material to finished cutting edge.
Consolidated Global Freight
Our Fort Lauderdale, Florida warehouse is positioned near international freight hubs, guaranteeing rapid dispatch to MRO stations across the globe.
Custom Aerospace Tooling Orders
Need specialized pilot dimensions, non-standard step drill geometry, or custom shank lengths? Consult our engineering team for custom manufacturing runs.
Technical FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions by Aerospace Buyers
Why are front exhaust pneumatic straight grinders preferred for aerospace surface preparation?
Front exhaust pneumatic grinders blow air forward away from the operator and tool head. This design clears sealant shavings and metal dust from the working path, providing line-of-sight clarity and preventing contaminated exhaust air from blowing behind unsealed structural panels.
What standards do Pan American Tool solid carbide extension drills comply with?
Our solid carbide extension drills and NAS 965 threaded shank drills comply with rigid National Aerospace Standards (NAS) and Military Specifications. Manufactured with precise micro-inch TIR accuracy, they deliver long service life when drilling titanium alloys (Ti-6Al-4V), Inconel®, and CFRP composites.
Do you provide certification and lot traceability for international procurement orders?
Yes. As an authorized supplier under U.S. CAGE Code 0PFP1, Pan American Tool provides Certificates of Conformance (C of C) with every shipment upon request. We maintain strict lot traceability for airlines, military depots, and commercial MRO operations globally.
Can phenolic scrapers and sealant cutters be used on composite airframe skins?
Yes. Our non-marring phenolic scrapers and specialty sealant cutters are engineered specifically to remove tough polysulfide sealants and topcoats without scratching, gouging, or delaminating underlying composite panels or alclad aluminium skins.
How fast can international orders for tooling specials be dispatched?
In-stock items are typically processed and shipped within 24 to 48 hours from our Fort Lauderdale hub. We offer express international freight packaging and documentation to support urgent Aircraft-On-Ground (AOG) maintenance requests.
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