Machining Center accommodates parts/castings to 441 lbs.
Press Release Summary:
Model TC-22A, 30-taper machining center incorporates column and base designed from CAE analysis and DBB spindle construction. Machine drills, taps, and mills with spindle speeds up to 12,000 rpm and traverse speeds of 2,205 ipm on all axes. Its double arm ATC mechanism system keeps tool changes to 1.8 seconds. Controller, usable with G-code, also includes non-stop tool change code. Conversational system reduces time from programming to machining.Original Press Release:
Brother's New TC-22A Machining Center Offers Greater Capacity; Uncompromised Efficiency
Schaumburg, IL (June 24, 2002) - The new TC-22A machining center from Brother is big in both capacity and efficiency.
Boasting extreme rigidity, the TC-22A accommodates parts and castings of up to 441 lbs. To ensure total rigidity, the column and base are designed from CAE analysis and DBB spindle construction. A true crossover machine, the 30 taper TC-22A has the same, and often an even greater capacity than 40 taper machines. Another increased capability feature of the TC-22A is its ATC. An optional total capacity of 27 tools is available.
Though offering improved machining capacity, the TC-22A retains the efficiency that has become associated with Brother. The TC-22A drills, taps and mills with spindle speeds up to 12,000 rpm and rapid traverse speeds of 2,205 ipm on all axes. Also enhancing productivity, a double arm ATC mechanism system keeps tool changes to 1.8 seconds.
The controller is designed by Brother to maximize productivity specifically on their machines. It is easy to use with G-code and Brother also includes their own G-code, such as non-stop tool change code. The Brother controller also features an original conversational system that reduces the time from programming to machining.
Available as an option with the TC-22A, a dual contact spindle and high pressure coolant (1,000 psi) further increase the machine's efficiency.
The TC-22A is one of three machining centers from Brother's new Technology Series of machines. To accommodate larger work envelopes, Brother offers the TC-S2A-O, featuring an extended X-axis on this machine.
Yamazen is the exclusive importer and distributor in the US and Canada for Brother machining centers. For more information, visit Yamazen, Inc.'s booth # A-8252 at IMTS or contact Yamazen Inc. at 735 Remington Road, Schaumburg, IL 60173, (847) 882-8800, Fax: (847) 882-4296, E-mail: corporate@yamazen.com or visit their Web site at: www.yamazen.com
