Max-Tec Introduces New Abrasive Grinding Center

Max-Tek, LLC has introduced the MAX-TEK STC-300 Superabrasive Turning Center with an automated loading system. It features a cam operated high-speed part load/unloader, hydraulic part holding and tailstock for heavy stock removal of difficult interrupted cut components, such as sprockets up to six inches in diameter.

"The machine's high-tensile-strength Meehanite base provides superior rigidity and vibration damping needed for accurate, high speed abrasive machining," said a spokesperson. "Ergonomic design assures that the grinding wheel is easily accessible enabling safe, simple wheel changes. The linear guide ways have no contact with grinding swarf, which drops to the bottom of the machine for transfer to the sump."

Specifications include:

Max. Swing: 12.0-inch
X-Axis Travel: 13.9-inch
Z-Axis Travel: 20-inch
Work Spindle Nose: A2-8
Power Chucking System: Hydraulic or Pneumatic
Automatic Slideways Lubrication System
Main Spindle Power: 50 HP
Main Spindle Speed: Up to 12,000 RPM
Grinding Wheels: Up to 20.0-inch Diameter

The work spindle features a 11-HP motor and up to 3,500-RPM and is capable of heavy material removal as well as superfine finishing operations. Linear positioning is +/- .0001-inch/12 inches and

linear repeatability is +/- .00005-inch. A Fanuc based CNC system is standard.

For more information contact:

Ed Elie, President

Max-Tek LLC

323 Clark St.

P.O. Box 367

Milldale, CT 06467

860-426-0147

Fax: 860-426-0758