- Masterpiece in the world 2019/04/19 UP
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Masterpiece of the World #29
Integration of turning functions on a machining center
by U-axis system – saving space, cost, and time
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- 5-axis control machining/process integration
- Fixture/chuck
- Turning
If your workpiece requires turning operation after machining in a machining center, you need to invest in a turning center or any other additional equipment, for example a new fixture.
Your cycle time will increase due to complicated chucking and additional operations. This means, you need to find a solution to three big issues at the same time – increased space, cost, and time.
Moreover, a large workpiece may not fit in a turning center. However, KOMET’s U-Axis system “KomTronic” provides solutions to all these issues.
Complete machining including turning and honing on a single machining center
In general, a machining center consists of 3 axes: X/Y/Z. By attaching “KomTronic”, a U-axis system that slides in radial direction, you can use your machining center like a turning center. Integration of milling and turning operations in one machine saves not only machining time but also cost, for example for producing special fixtures.
Moreover, you can perform a variety of copying operations by a conventional tool and easy programming. This will save your tooling cost, as you do not need many tools nor special tools. Other advantages of “KomTronic” include: tool change by ATC; inner oil supply up to 4MPa; improvement of surface quality by turning operation.
Moreover, some types of “KomTronic” can perform honing by Z-axis drive. In this case, you can add turning and honing capabilities on your machining center and finish various operations by a single machine.
Better accuracy by direct stroke measurement system
Usually, a mechatronic tool system is coupled with an indirect stroke measurement system. In “KomTronic” U-axis system, however, you can select a modularized direct stroke measurement system according to your machining needs. This will improve positioning accuracy, leading to higher machining accuracy.
Built-in servo motor keeps machine’s modification at minimum
Unlike U-axis systems of other manufacturers, “KomTronic” has a built-in servo motor. This will save an additional servo motor on the machine and keep machine’s modification at minimum level.
ABS system (patented technology) shortens time for tool change!
Another step towards highly-rigid machining
“KomTronic” U-axis system applies “KOMET ABS®”, a patented tooling system developed by KOMET. The clamping force of KOMET ABS® based on 2-face contact is very strong and reduces chatter, vibration, and deflection. Moreover, it makes highly-rigid machining possible, even by a long drill.Mounting KOMET ABS® is easy, as all you need is a wrench. It saves time for setting up tool changes. It is also possible to use the same tools for both turning centers and machining centers by using a VDI holder for turrets of turning centers or a cylindrical type ABS fixed tool holder.
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