Methods Machine Tools, Inc. offers the Methods MB 450U Simultaneous . "It is loaded with features and capabilities for efficiently manufacturing complex parts with a high degree of quality, reliability and accuracy," said a company spokesperson.
Due to the FANUC 31i-MB5 control, this machine is able to perform full 5-axis precision machining of challenging parts, reducing the need for multiple set-ups. "The control is available exclusively to Methods due to its partnership with FANUC, so Methods machining centers are the only machines from Taiwan that can offer 5-axis simultaneous," said the spokesperson.
Nicholas St Cyr, Methods Machining Centers Product Manager, said, "We are pleased to offer customers a 5-axis machining solution that is fully loaded with robust features and provides high value for the cost. Also, we offer our customers tremendous depth of support through Methods industry leading application engineers, technical service and parts support."
The FANUC 31i-MB5 simultaneous 5-axis control has a 15" color display and includes a range of standard features including a 2 GB data server, Manual Guide I, AICC II 600 block look-ahead, 1 MB of NC memory and 0.4 ms block processing time. The FANUC control offers collision detection with a 3D interference check and a Fast Package III with tool center point control.
Methods MB 450U features a 15,000 RPM BIG-PLUS 40-taper spindle with air-oil lubrication and a spindle chiller for longevity. A 15 HP hollow shaft spindle motor with 1,000 PSI (70 bar) coolant-through spindle prep and couple is also standard. The MB 450U 5-axis bridge-type machining center includes a large capacity, dual swing arm-type 48-tool automatic tool changer. Travel is 15.7" (400 mm) on the X-axis and 13.8" (350 mm) on the Y- and Z-axis. The B-axis has -50°~ +110° tilting capability and the rotary C-axis has a 360° rotation angle.
Offering high machining stability, the MB 450U has a bridge-type construction with thermal compensation including 1.771" (45 mm) linear roller guide ways in the X/Y axes and 1.377" (35 mm) in the Z-axis, and weighs 13,250 lbs. (6,000 kg). Heidenhain linear scales in the XYZ axes and Heidenhain rotary scales in the B and C axes offer high precision part production. Kinematic calibration features a spindle probe with a table center point calibration ball and kinematic software. A laser tool measurement system detects tool wear, damage and breakage, reducing non-productive time and enabling automated operation.
For more information contact:
Nicholas St Cyr
Product Manager
Methods Machine Tools, Inc.
65 Union Avenue
Sudbury, MA 01776
978-443-5388
nstcyr@methodsmachine.com
www.methodsmachine.com