Intelligent Multitasking Lathe for Process Intensive Medical Parts

The MULTUS U3000 general purpose, multitasking two-saddle CNC lathe from Okuma America Corporation (Charlotte, NC) reduces setup time, improves accuracy and keeps non-cutting time to a minimum. Built with renowned heavy-duty construction, the MULTUS U3000 provides a sturdy platform for long-term rigidity and accuracy that is excellent for machining process-intensive parts used in medical applications. This lathe has a maximum machining diameter of 25.6 in and bed length of 39.4 in. It is equipped with a comprehensive package of Intelligent Technologies (Thermo-Friendly Concept, Collision Avoidance System and Machining Navi) and a variety of efficiency features that make it an Intelligent Multitasking Machine. Optional 5-axis machining is available for complex milling operations. The newest version of this lathe comes equipped with the OSP-P300 control with a 19 in monitor and the new OSP suite and ECO suite applications.

The complete multitasking solution includes:

• Flexible CNC machining from all directions: a highly rigid traveling column allows for powerful cutting along the entire Y-axis.
• Extended specs for a variety of applications: 17 diverse variations in specs, including multiple bed lengths, optional W sub-spindle and optional lower turret, are available to provide a specific solution that matches application requirements.
• Maximum milling or turning performance: for highly-efficient cutting of difficult-to-machine materials and a wide variety of CNC machining applications.
• Thermo-Friendly Concept: provides long, stable machining accuracy with structural design and thermal deformation control technology.
• Shorter setup time and prevention of collisions: the OSP-P300S control reduces keyboard operations by 50 percent and maximizes uptime with its Collision Avoidance System.
• Machining Navi (optional): maximizes tool performance by choosing the optimal speed(s) at which the machine can avoid chatter.
• Operator-friendly design: easy tool loading from the machine front, improved spindle access for faster setup times, and smooth chip discharge for better flows.

Okuma America Corporation, 11900 Westhall Drive, Charlotte, NC 28278, 704-588-7000, www.okuma.com.