Cut Machining Time on Aluminum Parts in Half

The new DZ08 FX Precision+ vertical twin spindle 5-axis machining center from CHIRON America, Inc. (Charlotte, NC) includes contact-free linear direct drives in the X/Y/Z axes that bring the spindles to optimum feed rates faster and permit increased traverse rates. Compared to the previous model, this machining center produces aluminum components 20 percent to 50 percent faster. These machining centers are among the most compact, versatile machines in their class, offering a customizable modular design. Direct path measuring systems in all axes maximize precision. The DZ08 FX Precision+ has two 14 kW water-cooled milling spindles that accelerate to 40,000 rpm in only 1.9 sec. In rapid feed, they reach a speed of 75 m/min (X/Y) and 100 m/min (Z) with chip-to-chip times of about 3.0 sec and a tool change in about 0.8 sec. The DZ08 FX can be equipped with a 2-axis rotary tilt table to facilitate fast 5-axis machining.

The growing demand for automated systems is a trend within all sectors, and the compact DZ08 FX Precision+ has a footprint of only 3.1 sq m that can be supplemented with a VARIOCELL UNO automation system that includes a double-gripper robot and workpiece storage and handling system occupying less than 1 sq m for loading and unloading during machining. Up to 12 raw part pallets can be included in the VARIOCELL.

CHIRON America, Inc., 10950 Withers Cove Park Drive, Charlotte, NC 28278, 704-587-9526, Fax: 704-587-0485, www.chironamerica.com.