Methods Introduces New 3-Turret Multitasking Turning Centers |
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Methods Machine Tools Inc., a leading supplier of innovative precision machine
tools, has announced that the Super NTY3 Multitasking Turn/Mill Machining Center
from Nakamura-Tome is available in larger capacity "Jumbo" stations. The new
Super NTY3 Jumbo Systems feature a 10 inch (254 mm) chuck on the left and right
spindles and offer large bar capacities up to 3.15 inches (80 mm) on the left
and 2.8 inches (71 mm) on the right. Ample room is provided for a big swing and
a large turning diameter up to 12.8 inches (325 mm), the company said.
Like the Super NTY3, the Jumbo systems offer multi-point machining with process integration, combining turning and milling capabilities in one machine. Offering 100% stock-on turning and machining, the systems virtually eliminate lost productivity due to tool changes. The Super NTY3 Jumbo has three turrets, each with a Y-axis, designed to outperform single-tool multitasking machines, allowing one-pass complete turning/machining/finishing and reducing part cycle times, the company said. "With the introduction of the Super NTY3 Jumbo Systems, we are now able to provide our customers with a multitasking solution that adds increased capacities and maintains the decreased cycle times provided in the Super NTY3," said Richard Parenteau, Director of Applications Development and Nakamura-Tome Product Manager, Methods Machine Tools Inc. The Jumbo Systems are available in two models including the NTY3 Jumbo Super Mill 16 Station Turret (90 mm) System and the NTY3 Jumbo Standard 12 Station Turret (100 mm) Station. Each model offers rigid turrets with different configurations. The 16 Station Super Mill features 48 milling stations and the 12 Station Standard System provides 1/2 indexing for 72 stations. Both systems offer 10/5 HP and 40 Nm torque and feature accelerating Y-axis total travels of 2.16 inches (54.9 mm) or 4.33 inches (110 mm). The systems offer either 3,000 or 6,000 RPM milling motors, which can simultaneously machine two flat surfaces (top and bottom) on one spindle and one surface on the other. Up to 35/30 HP left and right spindles are available for shaft/work turning. The 12 Station Standard System offers compatible tooling with the current Nakamura WT-300 and TW-20 models. The Super NTY3 Jumbo Systems feature the Fanuc 31iA CNC control with nanometer resolution for smooth movement and improved accuracy. Overload detection and NT Nurse programming/monitoring software are also standard, as is NT Work Navigator (torque-type) software, which can reduce costs by eliminating the need for positioning jigs and fixtures, said Methods.
For more information contact: Scott McIver Chairman & Vice President of Product Development Methods Machine Tools, Inc. 64 Union Avenue Sudbury, MA 01776 877-MMT-4CNC (877-668-4262) Fax: 978-440-9405
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