The Arsenal - October 2023

Next generation machine to produce cutting tools

MX7 Ultra, with 1nm axis resolution, is a grinding machine that can maintain less than ±0.002mm line form accuracy of any profile, including ballnose and corner radius endmills. The machine manufactures large volumes of endmills and other cutting tools by combining software, hardware, and design features that lead to advanced surface finish, accuracy, and controlled runout for batch consistency.

The MX7 Ultra features a nanometer control system; new servo control algorithm for smooth motion; system and mechanical upgrades to enhance stiffness and rigidity; in-process measuring, balancing, and runout compensation for consistent accuracy; Motor Temperature Control (MTC), or compensation for thermal expansion on the grinding spindle; and specialist training support in how to grind cutting tools.

ANCA
https://machines.anca.com

Steel-turning solution for machining

The CA115P/CA125P next-generation CVD coated carbide solution for steel machining combines an innovative coating, carbide substrate, and chip breakers for optimal performance, wear, and fracture resistance. The technology can be used for continuous to light-interrupted machining and continuous to heavy-interrupted machining.

The coating properties on the rake and flank faces provide wear resistance. The black rake is composed of a highly uniform alumina layer reducing wear, suppressing cratering, and diminishing fracturing. The gold flank includes a hard surface layer, a highly uniform alumina layer, and a TiCN layer. The layers on the flank combine to improve the insert’s wear resistance and suppress surface abrasion. The new carbide substrate below the coating offers resistance to plastic deformation and increased temperature resistance.

The CA115P/CA125P series features chipbreaker options, from finishing to roughing, and Kyocera also offers a new PMG chipbreaker design for medium to roughing efficiency with lower resistance and protection against chip entanglement when machining steel.

Kyocera Precision Tools
https://www.kyoceraprecisiontools.com

5-axis fiber laser

The FV 5-axis fiber laser includes a 12kW and 20kW GX-F ADVANCED artificial intelligence-enabled fiber laser. The additions to the GX-F ADVANCED series connect to the SmartFlex Element Type R automation system and the ASTES4 High Speed Advanced laser sorting system.

Along with a fiber optic laser, the FV uses a double-rail gantry motion system for high-speed, accurate cutting and 4.0G H-axis acceleration for high-speed height sensing. The FV’s major components, including the oscillator and new platform X frame, are made by Mitsubishi, which provides service and support.

MC Machinery
https://www.mcmachinery.com