MULTI-TASKING TURNING CENTER WITH TRUE 5-AXIS MOVEMENT
The Nakamura-Tome Super MX-5 Multi-tasking Turning Center from Methods Machine Tools incorporates dual 24-tool ATC magazines, one for machining parts on the left spindle and one for the right spindle.
Posted: October 26, 2010
Methods Machine Tools, Inc.'s (Sudbury, MA) is offering the Nakamura-Tome Super MX-5 Multitasking Turning Center with true 5-axis movement and milling platform accuracy.
The Super MX-5 design incorporates dual 24-tool ATC magazines, one for machining parts on the left spindle and one for machining parts on the right spindle, which enables tools to be separated from a central magazine and placed on the side closer to where they will be used. However, if 24 tools are insufficient for one-side operations or the operator wants to use the same tool for similar operations on both spindles, tools may be used from the left magazine on the right spindle or the right magazine on the left spindle. For substantial cycle time reductions, MX-5 features the ability to simultaneously machine parts on both spindles. The programming or process is completely up to the operator and can be easily fully optimized.
The front location of the ATC magazines and a simple-to-operate tool spindle provide easy access and faster setups. Efficient tool management is also provided by allowing the operator to change the inserts without stopping the machine. Minimal programming and checking via the FANUC control make the MX-5 easy-to-operate. And for increased profile milling accuracy, the tool spindle gage line is very close to the center of rotation.
The Super MX-5 features one lower 12-station turret with ½-index capabilities for 24 available tools for turning, drilling, boring, grooving and threading. The system offers direct drive 15 hp left and right spindle motors with +/-3.5 second C-axis accuracy, a 6 in (152.4 mm) or 8 in (203.2 mm) chuck and 2 in (51 mm) standard bar capacity. Spindle speeds of up to 5,000 rpm are standard. Tool spindle speed is 12,000 rpm or a 20,000 rpm tool spindle is optional. The distance between the spindles is 38.6 in (980 mm) with a maximum turning diameter of 7.9 in (200 mm) and a maximum turning length of 30.7 in (780 mm). The Super MX-5 has a 102 sq ft footprint with dimensions (W x L x H) 112.4 in (2,855 mm) x 132 in (3,353 mm) x 106.2 in (2,697 mm).
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