enhancing accuracy, increasing productivity and making operator’s tasks significantly easier.
The advanced new FX Linear range uses ANCA LinX Linear motors for axis motion (X & Y axes). In conjunction with linear scales, a high degree of machine precision and performance is achieved, resulting in greater tool accuracy and superior surface finish characteristics. The cylindrical LinX Linear Motors experience less wear in use, as there are no contacting parts and have been designed for a lifetime of operation in harsh grinding environments. Aiding longev- ity, LinX Linear motors are sealed to IP67, guarding against the ingress of grinding contamination and further helping to extend the life of the linear motor. As the magnetic field is cylindrical there is no additional
down force on the rails or machine base. In addition, the high-quality motors are not affected by temperature varia- tions. LinX Linear motors deliver higher axis speed and faster acceleration, while maintaining smoother axis motion, leading to reduced cycle times.
The LinX uses less energy than an equivalent flat-bed style linear motor and has the same power consumption as a ballscrew system, while delivering higher levels of efficiency. The design of the motor also naturally isolates any heating effects from the machine. In addition, the LinX does not need a separate chiller unit as it uses the machine’s regular cool- ant system, further reducing both required floor space and power consumption.
The mid-range FX5 Linear model purchased by Pro-Cut
Tooling is ideal for users who need a degree of automation and options such as MicroPlus workholding. The FX5 Linear has a spindle power of 9.5 kW and also includes an auto- matic two-wheel changer, providing access to an increased range of wheels and tool types. Together with the optional automatic headstock clamp- ing and ANCA’s auto tool loading solutions, the FX5 enables untended operation and has the flexibility to handle small volumes and mixed batches of tools.
The FX7 Linear is well-suited for customers who require the flexibility provided by more spindle power, or the increased automation capacity that a robot can provide. Automation options include the FX Nachi Robot Tool Loader, a tool loading system that is fully contained within the machine canopy. This is a low-cost solution for customers seeking automation and is perfect for low-volume production runs. For those requiring extended periods of untended opera- tion and maximum productivity, the FX FANUC Robot Loader
is a versatile automation solution that is located completely within the machine. It provides the flexibility for high-volume tool loading and can also be used to auto-load up to six wheel packs and their coolant manifolds.
Less than 3 µm of tool run-out can be achieved by the addition of MicroPlus ANCA’s high accuracy workholding and tool support system. Also, the ANCA LaserPlus system provides accurate and repeatable measurement of tools in- side the machine. The LaserPlus can automatically measure OD, run-out, EOT, ball nose and corner radius profile tools. The LaserPlus can accurately measure tool geometries in- process to within ±2 µm. ANCA’s optional iView measuring system is able to ac- curately measure the ground tool while it is still located in the workholding on the machine. The image of the ground tool as taken by the iView camera is compared with an ideal overlay shape generated by the software. For more information from ANCA Inc., go to
www.anca.com, or phone 248-926-4466.
HYDRA-GRIP Arbors and Chucks...
For accuracy you just can't get with conventional workholding.
Equalized hydraulic pressure expands or compresses uniformly from geometric centerline, compensating for "in-tolerance" piece part variation such as size, taper, "bell-mouth" or "out-of-round."
Telephone 586 977-9000 Website:
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Fax 586 977-9190 E-mail:
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