CNC BB SHELLS & HEAD TUBES

Element Technic frames use CNC tubes at the critical main junctions of the frames: the BB Shell and Head Tubes . By using precision CNC'd parts, we can ensure critical frame alignment during manufacture. After welding and heat-treatment, these parts are machined again to their final dimensions. Each CNC tube is designed for specific functions:
 

BB SHELLS:

 

KEG Bottom Bracket Shell for XC frames :

  • Oversized barrel outer shape for strength and stiffness and to match perfectly with our oversize down tube.
  • Internally hollowed to save unnecessary weight.
     
     
 

ISCG 1-Piece BB-Shell for Xenon-E frame:

  • ISCG chainguide mounting bosses are unified with the BB shell, by carving it from a block of solid metal.
  • One-piece CNC construction is stronger and straighter than welded-on mounting tabs.
 
 
 
HEAD TUBES:
 
   
 

Oversize Integrated Ø1-1/8" for XC frames :

  • Compatible with integrated oversize-ball 36° ACB headsets (TH Standard).
  • Stronger and more durable than Cane-Creek IS or ZS compatible systems. In 3 years, we have never seen a failure of this kind of headset!
   

 

     
 

OnePointFive (Ø1.5") Compatible for Xenon-E frame:

  • 1point5 head tube stiffens frame and eliminates head-tube ovalization
  • Can choose any Ø1-1/8" fork, or any excellent 1point5 fork options .