With three 14-position tool turrets and identical main and counter spindles, the space-saving INDEX C100 is designed for fast, cost-competitive production of medium complexity turned parts from bar stock from 5-42 mm diameter.
Suitable for small to medium lot sizes, the three-turret machine offers high performance within a small floor space, and is designed to handle fixed headstock work often run on Swiss-type machines.
The INDEX C100 offers users a highly productive means of machining stock in the 5-42 mm range with more tools, higher horsepower and greater torque, but with the RPM typical of Swiss-type machines. The machine is available with 14-position VDI-20 turrets or 10-position VDI-25 turrets, allowing a maximum of either 42 or 30 quick-change tools.
The C100 features 7,000 RPM spindles and can run parts up to 200 mm in length. The C100 drives provide 25/29 kW (100%/40%) of power, and the motorized main and counter spindles are identical and liquid-cooled.
Highly flexible, the C100 allows up to three tools to work simultaneously with both Y axes and back working. The counter spindle features a linear motor-driven Z-axis and can be synchronized with the travel of the third turret. Counter spindle pick-up from the spindle is accomplished in 1.5 seconds.
Because the C100 is configured to complete a range of parts from simple to complex in small to large batch sizes, users can achieve high machine utilization rates, allowing the C100 to be cost-effective. Parts can be unloaded from the main or counter spindle.
Simultaneous machining with two Y axes at the main spindle or one Y-axis at the main spindle and another at the counter spindle, with 70 mm travel, gives users the option to divide machining operations for optimum efficiency and flexibility. This provides the opportunity to reduce cycle times. For example, users can machine simultaneously with up to three tools, perform heavy milling and complete back working with up to five tools, allowing for complete machining in a single set-up.
The turret slides move in the X and Z directions on innovative single-plane guideways. This permits rapid traverse rates of up to 30 m/min and acceleration of up to 1 g with maximum rigidity. The plate-type guideway of the turret slides allows turrets to glide directly on the machine bed, providing high stiffness and damping, resulting in up to 30% longer tool life and better surface finish.
The open work area and vertical bed machine design permits clear chip fall to facilitate easy evacuation and avoid build-up.
Each position on the 14-station turret is equipped for preset driven tools. Large tooling capacity leads to short set-up and cycle times, even for small batches. Tools are more easily accessed than on a Swiss-type machine, can be changed quickly and reliably lock with only one screw.
"The CNC is easy to work with, since plain text is used in display and operation and the screen shows all spindles and axes in one view. Enhanced programming with more than 70 user routines offers practical support down to the finest detail. INDEX programming contributes to optimum machine utilization and maximum productivity," said a company spokesperson.
For more information contact:
INDEX Corporation
14700 North Pointe Blvd.
Noblesville, IN 46060
317-770-6300
sales@index-usa.com
www.indextraub.com
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