What is it?
  A herringbone barrel is a barrel specifically designed for pins , nails and similar objects that require barrel barrel plate.

What is the difference between a herringbone and a regular barrel?
  A herringbone barrel is double drilled at 45 degrees from both sides , this forms a 90 degree internal bend within the perforation , stopping the item to be plated from protruding thru the barrel.

Can I get a herringbone barrel for my line?
  Herringbones can be built for any type of horizontal plating barrel line , from portable to extra large.

Why not use these for all of plating barrel needs?
  First , a herringbone barrel is more expensive than a standard barrel , second , because of the 90 degree bend,they do not plate as fast as a regular barrel. Third , a herringbone barrel can become clogged if parts with excess "chad" are processed , requiring stripping to clean out the holes.

Why are herringbones so expensive?
  Herringbones require double drilling as stated above , this means a minimum of twice as much time in drill. Setup of the machine is quite extensive , as accuracy is an absolute must. Tooling is more expensive , and the machines must be slowed down for accuracy.

Do other manufacturers make herringbone barrels?
  As far as we know , one other manufacturer has herringbone drilling capability , we have produced herringbone panels for other manufacturers in the past , and will continue to do so in the future.