on its five-axis machining centers. Axis accelerations of 2.5 g in three axes and rapid traverse rates to 100 m/min enable the machine to achieve higher dynamic performance on a polymer concrete base structure. A typical circularity test with a grid encoder at a feed rate of 5 m/min shows a deviation of less than 2 µm over the entire circumference of a 150-mm circle. Surface finishes down to Ra
0.05 µm are
being achieved. The Mikron HSM 400U LP has a
42,000-rpm coolant-through spindle and modular tool tower that can accommo- date 308 tools. Mikron HSM machines are designed for automation with built-in table chucks for pallet changer or robot palletization. Smart features for untended operation include built-in vibration moni- tor in the spindle to stop the machine, broken tool detection with a laser mea- surement system, power-failure protec- tion, and a remote notification system. The R300 turning/milling center from INDEX Corp. (Noblesville, IN) is intended for applications where larger chuck parts require a large amount of milling and drilling work, such as machine and farm machinery construc- tion, in tool and mold making, or in the aerospace industry. The R300, the most recent addition to the RatioLine series, is designed to be highly produc- tive in machining short bars up to 102 mm and chuck parts up to 315 mm in diameter. From very simple to highly complex components, complex machin- ing operations are possible simultane- ously on the front and rear side with two motorized milling spindles. The use of HSK tools instead of live toolholders on turrets reduces tool costs. For high-end mold machining,
OKK USA Corp. (Glendale Hts., IL) has introduced the VB53 high-speed VMC, with design features intended to achieve superior surface finish and precision.
The VB53 is standard with 20,000-rpm Big Plus double- contact spindle connection and X-Y-Z travels of 41.34 × 20.87 × 20.08" (1050 × 530 × 510 mm). Technological innovations include the VB53’s superior surface finishing capability, fewer
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I HAVE PROBES ON MY MACHINE; I DON’T NEED A PRESETTER
Misconception #8
The Truth Is: A probe may be an effective way to verify tool lengths betwee but it is not the most efficient way to set your tools. A “guess-and-check” proc making adjustments wastes valuable cutting time. A Speroni MAGIS Tool Pr can verify runout, measure length, diameter, radius, and other geometries measuring icons, and it can also inspect tools for wear. Spend less time ad and more time cutting.
A CMM is only as good as the data it provides—information that can save time by improving processes, save money by reducing scrap, and help in the production of high quality parts. Maybe that’s why so many companies rely on PRISMO for the success of their business. www.zeiss.com/metrology
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The notch-free nut design of our Mega Micro Chuck prevents vibration a for superior balance and concentricity. It not only eliminates whistling noise splattering, but also assures increased strength of the nut itself. The sup design of the body offers added strength for micro end milling, and reduces in long reach applications.
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