INDEX introduces the MS40C fully CNC multispindle lathe. This machine allows for nearly unlimited operations on small workpieces from bar up to 40mm (1.57 in.) diameter or for chucking up to 120mm (4.7 in.). Several innovative features make the MS40C quicker, more precise, and more energy efficient.
With six fully independent liquid-cooled, hollow-shaft CNC spindle drives each capable of up to 7000 rpm, the MS40C includes a main spindle drive with increased stiffness, and hydrostatic guide bushings on each carrier slide which eliminate wear and the transmission of vibration to the tool.
The main spindle provides quick acceleration and high torque, helping to reduce cycle times. With liquid cooling, spindle and drum cooling is accomplished away from the work area through a local or central cooling system; heat can be released into the plant to utilize heat energy or outdoors to lessen the summer cooling burden.
Designed as a modular system, the range of MS40C multispindles includes flexible machine configurations. Across the range, the MS40C can be equipped with up to 35 axes, 12 identical CNC tool carriers with 1 or 2 axes, plus one or two 10,000-rpm synchronized spindles with 150 mm travel in Z, and up to six tools for backworking. Two tool slides approach each spindle, permitting two tools to be simultaneously in the cut on each part.
The modular INDEX multispindle design INDEX permits the machine to be built with options that fit a wide range of requirements including polygon turning/milling/drilling/gear hobbing. A bar loader, stock reel or robot loader can be used with the MS40C.
The V-shaped approach of the two tool carrier in every spindle position means external and internal machining can be done with fixed or driven tools. Furthermore, the machine can also be configured as a double three-spindle machine. The available C axis allows complete machining of complex workpieces in short cycles. With the available Y axis, eccentric machining can also be performed.
INDEX’s trademark open front work area also provides a freely accessible, ergonomic work area and unrestricted chip flow.
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