The latest generation of the INDEX MS40-8 multispindle automatic lathe has been introduced. This newest version of the company's eight-spindle machine incorporates a variety of features designed to reduce set-up and changeover times while also enhancing flexibility.
Accommodating bar stock up to 40 mm in diameter, the MS40-8 provides up to 16 tool carriers, which can be configured with X, Y and Z axes. Tool carriers can optionally be equipped with C and Y axes, as well as live tools. This enables a wide range of metalcutting applications, including off-center drilling and threading, inclined boring, cross drilling, contour milling, gear hobbing and polygonal turning.
The machine can be equipped with one or two swiveling synchronous spindles for backworking, each of which is served by up to seven tools, with four spots for live tooling. This customizable approach allows the MS40-8 to be operated as a double four-spindle machine for fast production of low-complexity parts, or in various configurations that can be optimized for parts of higher complexity.
INDEX's patented W-serration interface and quick clamping system are included on the MS40-8. This system streamlines tool set-ups and changeovers while maintaining high repeatability and accuracy. The machine also incorporates INDEX's compact spindle drum and three-piece Hirth coupling that offer maximum rigidity and precision. Each of the machine's eight spindles can simultaneously operate at different cutting speeds, allowing for greater process optimization.
For more information contact:
INDEX Corporation
14700 North Pointe Blvd.
Noblesville, IN 46060
317-770-6300
sales@index-usa.com
www.index-usa.com
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INDEX Corporation
14700 North Pointe Blvd.
Noblesville, IN 46060
317-770-6300
sales@index-usa.com
www.index-usa.com
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INDEX Corporation
14700 North Pointe Blvd.
Noblesville, IN 46060
317-770-6300
sales@index-usa.com
www.index-usa.com
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14700 North Pointe Blvd.
Noblesville, IN 46060
317-770-6300
sales@index-usa.com
www.index-usa.com
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INDEX Corporation
14700 North Pointe Blvd.
Noblesville, IN 46060
317-770-6300
sales@index-usa.com
www.index-usa.com
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