Vertical Machining Center offers rapid set up and feed rates.

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Model S33L VMC, with 40 x 18 in. working surface, utilizes 40 taper, 13,000 rpm spindle; Super Geometric Intelligence (SGL3) servo control; and axis configuration with no overhangs. It maintains positioning accuracies within ±.0001 in. and repeatability of ±.00008 in. Its 20-tool magazine and automatic tool changer (ATC) provide tool-to-tool exchange times of 1.3 seconds. Linear-motion guides on X-, Y-, and Z-axes provide traverse and cutting feed rates of 960 ipm.



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Makino Offers Value-Oriented VMC to Mold Shops


S33L High-Performance Capabilities Help Decrease Manufacturing Costs

Auburn Hills, Michigan-July, 2002-When it comes to purchasing vertical machining centers, small and large die and mold shops have traditionally utilized contrasting buying patterns. While small shops tend to focus on price, larger operations differentiate themselves by applying high technology equipment. Makino's S33L VMC blends high-performance machining capabilities with an attractive feature and pricing package to meet the needs of both types of shops.

Dedicated to helping manufacturers drive down the cost of their operations, the Makino S33L will be unveiled at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in September at Makino's Booth #8400 in Hall A. Makino also is showcasing a wide range of wire EDM technology at Booth #4227 in Hall D.

S33L Features and Benefits

The Makino S33L incorporates features that are attractive to technology savvy mold shops. The S33L utilizes a 40 taper, 13,000-rpm spindle with the stiffness and rigidity required for hard cutting applications and the speed necessary to provide high surface quality for demanding die and mold applications. Heavy cast construction and an axis configuration with no overhangs insures high machine rigidity resulting in outstanding accuracy over the full range of travel. It is capable of maintaining positioning accuracies to within +/- .0001 inch (.003 mm) and repeatability of +/- .00008 inch (.002 mm).

To reduce setups and maximize machine utilization, the S33L is equipped with a 20-tool magazine and automatic tool changer (ATC). The ATC has quick tool-to-tool exchange time (1.3 seconds). Linear motion guides on X-, Y- and Z-axes provide the rigidity crucial for superb surface finishes and provide rapid traverse and cutting feed rates of 960 ipm (24,000 mm/min). The table-working surface is 40 x 18 inches (1,000 x 450 mm). In addition, the axes travel area is 36 x 20 x 18 inches (900 x 500 x 450 mm).

The S33L includes Makino's proprietary, next generation Super Geometric Intelligence (SGL3) servo control providing exceptionally smooth machined surfaces-even in high-feedrate machining of complex, 3-D shapes involving continuous tiny blocks of NC data. This feature helps provide the lowest cycle times achievable by reducing machining cycle times on dies, complex cavities and cores by as much as 40% when compared to most other control technologies.

The machine's footprint is a compact 90 inches wide x 106 inches deep (2,294 x 2,690 mm) and is designed for easy maintenance access around the entire perimeter. High-volume chip evacuation is facilitated by a wide center trough design that features rear discharge. Other features include an ergonomic swing operator control panel, fully enclosed chip and splash shield, comfortable work table height, easy access to the work zone, flood coolant, and an air filtration unit.

The Makino S33L VMC provides outstanding machine rigidity, proven high speed machining capability, superb accuracies, and superior performance for both the small and large die and mold shop.

Makino is a global provider of advanced machining technology and application support for the metalcutting and die/mold industries, dedicated to driving out more costs from your manufacturing operation than any other competitive machine tool manufacturer. Makino manufacturing and service centers are located in the United States, Japan, Germany, Singapore, Italy, France, Korea, Taiwan, China, Mexico, Brazil, and India, and are supported by a worldwide distributor network. For more information call 1.800.552.3288, or visit Makino on the Web at www.makino.com.

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