MAKINO'S J3 SERIES COMPACT HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTERS
MASON,
OH–May 2006–
Makino’s J3 Horizontal Machining Centers are ushering in a new age of parts
machining. The Makino J3 is a high-speed, high production horizontal
machining center ideal for high-volume parts manufacturing and numerous forms
of automation and part transfer, especially for small automotive components and
die cast aluminum parts.
The J3 will
be on display at the International Machine Tool Show (IMTS) at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois
September 6-13, 2006. Visit Booth # 8301 in Hall A of the South Building
to learn more about this and other technological innovations.
Also plan
to visit Booth # D-4110 in the EDM Pavilion at IMTS to see demonstration on
equipment and processes that meet the demand for micro-dimensions and
ultra-high precision EDMing.
Reducing
Machining Costs
The J3 has
state-of-the-art functions supporting high efficiency and shorter machining
times. It can reduce overall costs by providing faster machining due to
the higher spindle speeds and superior axis acceleration/deceleration
characteristics.
Non-cutting
time is further reduced due to fast automatic tool changing and quick table
index times. This can reduce the number of machines needed and can reduce
machine tool costs to achieve a given production requirement.
The J3
Series offers superb accuracy and agility, while often achieving 10 percent or
more reduction in machining times versus other traditional modern machining
centers.
It is designed to be the most reliable machine in order to achieve the lowest
cost of operations, which is achieved through the reduction in number of
components in key areas such at automatic tool changer and spindle/ram
assembly.
The J3
Series is equipped with various coolant functions and exceptional chip
management system. The chip disposal system has a 30 degree inclined oil pan,
and a shortened coolant trough to quickly remove chips and heat from the
machine structure.
Flexible
Tooling
The J3 Series has a
flexible HSK-A50 spindle tool interface. It comes with a tool storage capacity
of 15 tools, with options for additional tool capacity. Maximum tool diameter
is 3.15 inches (80 mm) and maximum tool length is 12.20 inches (310) mm, with a
11 pounds (5 kg) maximum tool weight. Tool changing time is reduced to 2.3
seconds.
Unique
flexibility of the J3 includes the use of HSK-50/63 tool holders that can
achieve greater rigidity and superior finishes based on the needs or your
application. These high rigidity tools can be automatically changed along with
the standard HSK-50 holders.
The J3 can
utilize smart tools for more cycle time reductions, combining machining
operations normally accomplished on Special Purpose Machines (SPM). Line-boring
and valve-finishing tools can be utilized for special purpose machining.
A
high-speed tap driver can be applied save 0.4-0.6 seconds per hole. For boring
operations requiring a long reach a hydrostatic boring bar with two-end support
can be applied, developed for crank journal finishing.
Accuracy
Features
The HSK-A50 spindle
tool interface speed on the J3 is 16,000 min-1. The spindle drive motor is 5
min/cont. (15kW/11Kw).
X-, Y-, and
Z-axis travel on the J3 Series is 25.60 x 15.75 x 15.75 inches (650 x 400 x 400
mm). Rapid traverse is 2,362 ipm (60,000 mm/minute), with feedrates of
1-1,968 ipm (1-50,000 mm/minute). Maximum acceleration for X is 1.1g, for Y
1.3g and for Z 2.0g. Z axis acceleration is faster to reduce the
majority of wasted “non-cut” time typically associated with automotive
manufacturing applications.
The J3
Series has a 40 percent reduction of power consumption for superior economy.
The compact machine design—with a footprint of 50 inches (1,280) mm in width by
124 inches (3,140 mm) in length—emphasizes outstanding operating ease.
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, Turkey,
China, Mexico, Brazil, and India, and are supported by a worldwide distributor
network. For more information call 1.800.552.3288.
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