Kitamura Machinery has added to its 5-axis line up with the MedCenter5AX vertical machining center (VMC). "This ultra-compact 5-axis VMC brings with it the largest work envelope in its class and offers unparalleled precision, accuracy and speed for expanded machining capability in the machining of highly complex, multi-sided parts in one set-up," said a company spokesperson.
The MedCenter5AX employs an X-, Y- and Z-axis, and additional tilting A-axis (+/-120°) and a rotary C-axis (360°) with a 0.001° minimum indexing command. Machining of high precision, complicated parts like orthopedic implants or aerospace parts can be completed in one operation, reducing the overall machining process. The maximum workpiece size (dia. x height) of O220 mm (8.7") x 175 mm (6.9") and maximum table load capacity of 44 lbs. allow for high flexibility and versatility in the machining of smaller highly precise, highly intricate parts.
Standard high speed, direct drive 4th and 5th axis rotary tables offer smooth simultaneous 5-axis movement for complex cutting applications. Rigid in design and equipped with high resolution optical scale feedback on all axes, the MedCenter5AX offers the precise accuracies needed [positioning accuracy of ±0.002 mm (±0.000079")]/full stroke for a variety of small part machining.
Kitamura's standard high speed 30,000 RPM, 18 kW (24.5 HP) direct drive HSK-E40 spindle offers enhanced rigidity and stiffness in spindle construction and function while allowing for super fine finish capabilities. Suitable for small diameter tools and hard milling, the MedCenter5AX offers a standard air through spindle feature for dry cutting and is also equipped to handle up to 1,000 PSI coolant through the spindle for deep hole drilling requirements.
"The MedCenter5AX may be compact but it is equipped with a large 40-tool magazine-a great benefit when machining more complex parts," said the spokesperson. Tool changes are a fast 1.5 seconds. To allow optimum operator access and convenience when setting up tools or performing routine maintenance, the tool magazine is located toward the back side of the machine.
For increased productivity, Kitamura offers an optional 12-station automatic pallet system for running long hours of unmanned operating in the machining of both highly-mixed or high-volume production parts.
Kitamura combines many standard features in its feature-rich Arumatik-Mi control. "With a five times faster processing speed, the Arumatik-Mi CNC controller offers a smooth control process for super-fast machining of complex workpieces," said the spokesperson. "Featuring the latest in advanced, ultra-intuitive touchscreen technology, dedicated 5-axis control functions and advanced 5-axis NC simulation and verification software, the Arumatik-Mi is your solution for easier programming, part set-up and operation of complex components," concluded the spokesperson.
For more information contact:
Kitamura Machinery of USA Inc.
78 E. Century Drive
Wheeling, IL 60090
847-520-7755
info@kitamura-machinery.com
www.kitamura-machinery.com
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Dennis Leonard
AME, Inc.
5770 Clarkson Street, #C
Denver, CO 80216
303-922-9266
www.amerm.com
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Campat Machine Tool
1700 10th Street
Plano, TX 75074
972-424-4095
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Steve Flint
Flint Machine Tools, Inc.
3710 Hewatt Court
Snellville, GA 30039
770-985-2626
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Jim McDaniel
McDaniel Machinery, Inc.
187 Cahaba Valley Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124
205-403-9900
www.mcdanielmachinery.com
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Campat Machine Tool, Inc.
13131 56th Court, Suite #301
Clearwater, FL 33760
314-422-9338
www.campat.com
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Wendell Packard III
Packard Machinery Co., Inc.
504 Groton Road
P.O. Box 1618
Westford, MA 01886
978-692-3100
www.packardmachinery.com
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JBM Technologies, Inc.
76 Vincent Circle
Ivyland, PA 18974
215-672-8878
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24688 US Highway 322
Cochranton, PA 16314
814-425-2505
www.jbmtechnologies.com
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Allendale Machinery Systems
16 Park Way
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
201-327-5215
www.allendalemachinery.com
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NYMAT Machine Tool
2650 Baird Road
Fairport, NY 14450
585-248-8200
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Jim Tipton
Tipton Machinery Company
7725 Hub Parkway
Cleveland, OH 44125
216-524-5750
www.tiptonmachinery.com
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Concept Machine Tool
15625 Medina Road
Minneapolis, MN 55447
763-559-1975
www.conceptmachine.com
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Bob Jurack
Concept Machine Tool Wisconsin
407 Austin Circle
Delafield, WI 53018
262-646-4488
www.conceptmachine.com
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Dave Deering
Campat Machine Tool, Inc.
1760 Britannia Drive, Unit #6
Elgin, IL 60124
630-837-1145
dave@campat.com
www.campat.com
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Gene Jacobs
Eclipse Machine Tool Solutions
A Division of NYMAT Machine Tool Corp.
15661 South Mahaffie Street
Olathe, KS 66062
314-269-0012
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Methods & Equipment Associates
31731 Glendale Ave.
Livonia, MI 48150
734-293-0660
www.methods-equipment.com
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Heartland Machine & Engineering
2848 Graham Rd
Franklin, IN 46131
317-346-0463
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www.heartlandme.com
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CNC PROS
1502 N 17th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85007
602-483-4414
www.cnc-pros.com
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Gail Hogue
Hogue Precision Machinery
1033 Bartch Road, P.O. Box 651
Patterson, CA 95363
209-892-5649
info@hogueprecision.com
www.hogueprecision.com
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Jim Selway
CNC Solutions
1011 #A Pecten Ct.
Milpitas, CA 95035
408-586-8236
sales@cncsolutions.biz
www.cncsolutions.biz
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David Cogswell
Machinery Sales Co.
17253 Chestnut Street
City of Industry, CA 91748
626-581-9211
mail@mchysales.com
www.mchysales.com
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Dennis Leonard
AME, Inc.
5770 Clarkson Street, #C
Denver, CO 80216
303-922-9266
www.amerm.com