--- title: Machine Operated Barfeeders description: ATS Bar feeders increase your productivity by 50%. Run lathes unattended through breaks, evenings, and weekends. 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- Bar Feeders that will increase productivity by up to **50%** - Run lathes unattended through breaks, evenings, and weekends - Provides simple, quick-changeover, low-cost automation - Over 10K units in the field Run Lights Out [Request Bar Feeder Quote](https://www.atssystems.us/equipment-quote?hsLang=en) ## INDUSTRY LEADING FEATURES ![Blue Star](https://www.atssystems.us/hubfs/3-Oct-05-2021-03-26-07-50-PM.png "Blue Star") - ### **Easy to Use** - Systems are easy to read and easy to use - One-screen setup that significantly reduces setup time - Alarms are displayed in an understandable format. ![Red Star](https://www.atssystems.us/hubfs/1-4.png "Red Star") - ### **Reliability by Design** - 100% Electrical Operation - Two or Three servo motors run it all! - Proven Mechanical Design - Soft reload process eliminates shock, vibration, and noise - 90% of bar stock mass is below bar centerline for maximum rigidity and balance ![Dark Blue Star](https://www.atssystems.us/hubfs/2-3.png "Dark Blue Star") - ### **Productivity & Efficiency** - Simple Setup with All Lathes - "Quick-setup wizard" prompts entry of 5 parameters in plain English - Store 250 part setup programs for repeat jobs - Bar feed automatically makes all mechanical adjustments for bar diameter and workpiece length [Download ML3 Bar Feed Brochure](https://www.atssystems.us/hubfs/ATS%20Systems%20ML3%20Barfeed%20Brochure%202024.pdf?hsLang=en) [Download MD Bar Feed Brochure](https://www.atssystems.us/hubfs/ATS%20Systems%20MD%20Barfeed%20Brochure%202024.pdf?hsLang=en) [Operation and Maintenance Manual](https://www.atssystems.us/hubfs/Bar%20feeder/ATS%20-%20ML%20MD%20MX%20MODEL%20BAR%20FEEDERS%20W-MINI%20CONTROL%20-%20TOUCH%20SCREEN%20MANUAL%207.25.24.pdf?hsLang=en) ![3-Jun-06-2022-06-55-28-87-PM](https://www.atssystems.us/hs-fs/hubfs/3-Jun-06-2022-06-55-28-87-PM.png?width=500&height=500&name=3-Jun-06-2022-06-55-28-87-PM.png "3-Jun-06-2022-06-55-28-87-PM") ### ML3 SERIES BAR FEED | **MODELS** | ML3-565 | ML3-580 | ML3-595 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Min/Max Bar Diameter (inches) | **0.2" - 2.56"** | **0.2" - 3.13"** | **0.2" - 3.75"** | | Max Bar Length (inches) | **60"** | | | | Max Stroke (inches) | **65"** | | | | Approximate Changeover Time | **Up to 2 minutes + spindle liner change** | | | | Materials Tray Capacity, 1” Diameter Bars | **25 Bars** | | | | Weight Net / Gross lbs. | **850/1260** | | | | Reloading Driven by | **Electric Motor** | | | | Feeding Driven by | **400W Servo Motor** | | | | Feeding Method | **Feed to Turret, Serve Feed, Sub-Spindle Pull** | | | ### MD SERIES BAR FEED | **MODELS** | MD-565 | MD-580 | MD-595 | **MD-12.102** | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Min/Max Bar Diameter (inches) | **0.2" - 2.56"** | **0.2" - 3.13"** | **0.2" - 3.75"** | **0.5" - 4"** | | Max Bar Length (inches) | **60"** | **72"** | | | | Max Stroke (inches) | **65"** | **80"** | | | | Approximate Changeover Time | **Up to 2 minutes + spindle liner change** | | | | | Materials Tray Capacity, 1” Diameter Bars | **25 Bars** | | | | | Weight Net / Gross lbs. | **850/1260** | | | | | Reloading Driven by | **Electric Motor** | | | | | Feeding Driven by | **400W Servo Motor** | | | | | Feeding Method | **Feed to Turret, Serve Feed, Sub-Spindle Pull** | | | | | **\*Feeding tolerance: Servo =/-0.004” subject to bar condition and workholding. Feeding to turret & sub-spindle pull governed by lathe accuracy (+/-0.0005” typical)** | | | | | [RMA/Warranty Terms & Conditions](https://www.atssystems.us/hubfs/ATS%20SYSTEMS%20RMA%20WARRANTY%20TERMS%20AND%20CONDITIONS%202025%20-%20OPTIMIZED%20FOR%20WEB.pdf?hsLang=en) [![ATS Systems](https://www.atssystems.us/hs-fs/hubfs/ATS%203CLR-1.png?width=113&height=57&name=ATS%203CLR-1.png "ATS Systems")](https://www.atssystems.us/?hsLang=en) ATS Systems, driven by Forkardt Hardinge is a leading national machine tool accessories and automation supplier delivering reliable solutions with unwavering support that increases manufacturing productivity and throughput leading to profitable results for its customers.   [About Us](https://www.atssystems.us/about-us?hsLang=en)[Insights](https://insights.atssystems.us?hsLang=en) [International Dealers](https://www.atssystems.us/international-dealers?hsLang=en) ##### [Contact us](https://www.atssystems.us/contact?hsLang=en) [800.321.1833](tel:8003211833)  [atssales@forkardthardinge.com](mailto:atssales@forkardthardinge.com)  [facebook-f icon](https://www.facebook.com/ATS.Systems.US) [linkedin-in icon](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ats-systems-us/) [Twitter icon](https://twitter.com/Ats_Systems_) ATS supports machine shops and manufacturing plants worldwide offering best-in-class workholding solutions, custom design, automation, coolant systems, and parts and services embracing productivity challenges the market presents.  ##### Copyright © 2026, Forkardt Hardinge ---