Monday, November 27, 2006

CNC automatic uses three tools simultaneously

High-speed CNC automatic lathe - with a linear axis drive, Y-axis and 36 driven tools - can apply three cutting tools simultaneously on bar components up to 65mm.

The Sprint 65 linear offers numerous advantages for the bar machining of workpiece diameters up to 65mm., as well as for chuck workpiece diameters up to 175mm. The machines are designed with impressive linear drives in the X3-axis, a Y-axis in the standard version, a 55 deg slanted bed and three dynamic 12x turrets. In the manufacturing process, the simultaneous utilisation of up to three tools leads to the highest available productivity for non-stop operation, both for complex or simple turning workpieces.

The new Sprint 65 linear now completes the Sprint linear Series for the highly efficient machining of workpieces in the diameter range up to 65mm.

With the standard-equipped 3 turrets and the Y-axis, this new machine can perform simultaneous machining with three independent tools.

This leads to shortest cycle times during machining.

In addition, the 36 driven tools on the Y and C-axes allow the machining of complex workpieces.

In short: the new automatic lathe Sprint 65 linear is the perfect alternative in the machining of short turning workpieces for small and medium lot sizes.

Especially the utilization of pioneering linear drive technology in the X3-axis contributes greatly to this achievement.

The machines of this series not only offer high dynamics with acceleration up to 1G and fast rapid traverse speed up to 40m/min, but their direct measuring systems also lead to maximum precision.

An additional productivity increase is achieved by the integrated spindle motors on main and counter spindle, each with rotational speeds of 5,000 rev/min.

After finishing, the workpieces are transported out of the work area through the counter spindle, which again reduces idle times and leads to even shorter job times.

The bar feed itself does not impact productivity, because this step in the process occurs parallel to the ejection of the workpieces.

As an option, the new Sprint 65 linear can also be equipped with an integrated gantry system, both for bar and chuck machine.

Drives and CNCs are delivered as packages, from either Fanuc or (as an option, new at the EMO) from Siemens.

The innovative control technology of the servo motors and the digitally controlled drives ensure control processes with the highest possible speed, precision and data transfer rate.

The CNC itself is located in the DMG SlimLinePanel with 15in TFT-screen, which can be swiveled, allowing the operator to always move it into the best position.

In addition, easy-to-use functionality for automatic programming helps the operator perform his task.

Finally, the integrated software for tool-wear control and automatic access to spare tools, ensures the highest degree of operational safety in three-shift operation, even in the sector of hard-to-machine materials and large series.

Innovations - Sprint 65 linear: * Up to three driven tools in operation simultaneously.

* Linear drive in X3 for maximum precision on both spindles.

* Three tool revolvers, each with 12 driven tools.

* Y-axis in the standard version for use on main and counter spindle.

* Two cooled spindle motors for high availability.

* Hydraulic quill fitting for main and counter-spindle.

* Standard-equipped with conveyor belt handling system for finished workpieces.

* tool wear control and sister tool system for increased productivity in three-shift operations (optional).

* Automation with integrated gantry-system both for the bar and for the chuck machine (option).

* DMG SlimLinePanel with 3D controls and 15in TFT-screen.