Vertical Machining Center provides high-speed contouring.
Press Release Summary:
Offering clamping forces to 8,000 N, MILLAC 44V features 20,000 rpm spindle, powered by 11/18.5 kW motor. High-speed silent ball screw, with center cooling and hybrid lubrication system, deliver rapid traverse at 1,417 ipm and cutting speed of 787 ipm. Cooling unit with inverter is standard. Software packages are geared to specific applications, including tool and die, mold making, and conventional applications.
Original Press Release:
Okuma & Howa Introduce MILLAC 44V Vertical Machining Center - High-Speed Contouring for Moldmaking Applications
Okuma & Howa's new MILLAC 44V will demonstrate precision contouring at KGK Booth #8745 during IMTS 2004. Designed in response to the demand for high-speed machining in moldmaking and tool and die applications, the MILLAC 44V delivers high speed without sacrificing sturdy construction. A high-speed silent ball screw with center cooling and an advanced highbred lubrication system deliver rapid traverse at 36,000mm/min (1,417ipm), and cutting speed is an exceptional 20,000mm/min (787ipm).
The heart of the MILLAC 44V's performance is the 20,000 rpm spindle powered by an 11/18.5kW motor. A cooling unit with inverter control is standard. Tool clamping forces have been advanced to 8,000 N. to reduce chatter during cutting -even in tough metals. The unique motor construction results in quiet operation and low vibration.
Multiple Possibilities on a Sturdy Foundation
Okuma & Howa's reputation for quality machine construction is evident throughout the 44V. The machine is equipped with heat-treated box ways that deliver precision positioning and long life. The compact design eliminates overhang and provides for easy access. Attention to detail is evident in the hybrid lubrication system, the ergonomic double door and the convenient control panel.
Flexibility and user friendliness are enhanced by a variety of special software packages geared to specific applications including tool and die, moldmaking, and conventional applications.
Mark Davis, Product Manager for Okuma & Howa, states, "The MILLAC 44V is a vivid example of using the latest technology to mold traditional quality to individual customer needs. With most machining centers, 'What you see is what you get,' but by wedding the latest in mechanical innovation with progressive software design, we're able to literally customize the 44V to the needs of the individual shop owner or manufacturer. The 44V is a primary example of anticipating market demand."
For further information, contact your local Okuma & Howa representative or KGK International at 847-465-0160 or at kgki.com.
