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Mazak Optonics Corporation's Hyper Turbo-X is designed from the bottom up for high-speed cutting of 2D parts up to 1" thickness in steel. This laser system offers unique capabilities to improve part precision and finish, reduce setup time and automatically perform secondary operations, which slash costs and lead-time, the company said. "At its foundation, the HTX features the Takumi (the Japanese term for craftsmanship) frame," said a spokesperson. "Unlike cast beds with open areas that reduce stiffness, the Takumi frame is an enclosed box-frame design throughout. Moreover, the Takumi principal of tabbed laser-cut sides and cross-members, connected with a series of tie rods, results in an amazing vibration dampening effect from internal and external sources. Influences from vibration are damped quicker than cast or traditional welded frames, improving precision and finish. "Smooth acceleration and a top traverse rate of 1,969 IPM are accomplished through non-contact linear motors, which both drive and guide the axis motions on a thin film of air. The table axis (X-axis) utilizes two linear motors, while the Y- and Z-axes contain a single guide and motor. Anti-friction linear roller assemblies support the table and part loads. "Hyper Turbo-X excels at processing a wide range of materials and thicknesses with no operator intervention. Optimum cutting parameters are maintained through the use of Mazak's exclusive six-torch changer magazine combined with a 10-nozzle changer to automatically re-configure the setup via part program. Once the correct torch and nozzle are mounted, the machine automatically executes a CCD camera inspection of the nozzle tip looking for spatter or other anomalies. If irregularities are found, it executes a programmed |
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refinish operation by cycling the nozzle tip over a resident combination grinding wheel and wire brush unit. Finally, the machine executes a focal length calibration of the new cutting head configuration to remove any guesswork about performance settings. "Mazak's PREview CNC drives the laser machine through powerful 64-bit processor technology and a unique 'look-ahead' capability. PREview reads ahead through several commands, calculating cutting speed and acceleration for every programmed contour, predicting the optimum speed and power to reach the next cutting shape. This next-generation control makes it possible to achieve ultra high speed with ultra precision cutting and greatly reduce heat build up. "Downstream handling, finishing and machining can be avoided by completing secondary operations on the laser machine whenever possible. To accomplish this, Mazak Optonics offers tools for tapping of laser-cut holes and shaving of burrs, which are normally quite labor-intensive and, therefore, expensive. "Another important option is Mazak e-Soft software, making maximum use of information about the Hyper Turbo-X to optimize uptime and yield. A separate PC networked to the machine, e-Soft checks operating parameters and alerts operators about maintenance tasks due, offers trouble-shooting advice for any alarm situation, and contains all operator manuals in digital format for instant access. Moreover, its e-Scheduler function tracks the start and finish times of each job in the queue, providing management with the tools to prioritize production to best advantage." For more information contact: Mazak Optonics Corp. 140 East State Parkway Schaumburg, IL 60173 847-252-4500 Fax: 847-252-4599
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