Fast and Flexible Turret Press
The new generation of the TruPunch 5000 from Trumpf processes a maximum sheet thickness of 0.3 in by operating about 10 percent faster than its predecessor, with 1400 spm for medium format and 1200 spm for large format, or 200 more strokes without using more energy.
Posted: September 5, 2011
The new generation of the TruPunch 5000 processes a maximum sheet thickness of 0.3 in by operating about 10 percent faster than its predecessor, with 1400 spm for medium format and 1200 spm for large format, or 200 more strokes without using more energy.
The TruPunch 5000 from Trumpf Inc. (Farmington, CT) is already recognized throughout the industry for its speed, productivity and ability to produce work pieces with minimal scratches. However, the latest generation of the machine provides even greater flexibility, thanks to its increased speed and the new active die option, which virtually eliminates scratches during processing.
With the active die, each time the sheet is positioned, the die is lowered slightly so that it does not contact the sheet. The moveable die also expands the forming possibilities of the machine since the total distance between the table and punch can be used. In addition, the active forming stroke from below the sheet increases the machine’s flexibility because larger tools may now be used; even marking from underneath is now possible.
In addition, the new generation of the TruPunch 5000 operates about 10 percent faster than its predecessor, with 1400 spm for medium format and 1200 spm for large format. This means 200 more strokes without using more energy. The TruPunch 5000 can process a maximum sheet thickness of 0.3 in. Two other ways in which this system is fast: It only takes 2.8 seconds to change tools, and only 0.3 seconds to change the tools within the MultiTool. As a result of weight-optimized components and tool cartridges, the X-axis accelerates to a maximum speed of 3900 ipm or 65 inches per second.
Another special feature is the gantry drive of the Y-axis. Two separate motors are controlled synchronously without a mechanical connection, thereby creating speed and accuracy. Working range of this system (X,Y) is 100 in x 50 in and 120 in x 65 in, respectively. Punching force is 25 tons and maximum simultaneous X-Y speed is 4600 ipm.
The TruPunch 5000 can be automated modularly with a variety of components – such as the SheetMaster and a cart system with belt drive or tracks – for the automatic loading and unloading of sheets, as well as the GripMaster, which removes and stacks scrap skeletons. The ToolMaster tool storage unit has up to 70 additional spaces and compact and universal storage systems offer flexible solutions for automated production.
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