5-Axis or More CNC Lathes
The QuickTECH i-42 Ultimate / i-60 Ultimate is a compact, high precision, high production CNC turning and milling center cast from Meehanite iron. Available in both 42mm and 60mm bar capacities, this unique bar processing center provides complete part machining including all complex milling functions. The i-42/i-60 features 10 axes, 2 turning spindles, 2 milling spindles, 2 B axes, and a total capacity of 49 tools. A 4 axis (X,Y,Z,B) gang type vertical tool post serves each C axis spindle.
Turning Spindles
The main spindle sports a 15HP high torque spindle motor. The sub-spindle is equipped with a 5HP high torque integral spindle motor for backworking. The integral motor eliminates belts and provides superior accuracy and part finishes. The main spindle has a 42mm bar capacity (60mm for i-60) and the sub-spindle has 30mm bar capacity. Both spindles feature a full continuous C axis with braking system and are both standard with 42mm DIN-173E-42B collet chucks (60mm DIN-185E-60B for i-60). The main and sub-spindle are synchronized for fast and accurate part transfer. Both spindles employ P4 high precision bearings for stability and heavy cutting ability.
Tooling System
A unique 4 axis gang tooling system consisting of linear X,Y, and Z axes plus a rotary B axis serves each spindle. The main tool post features 6 O.D. turning tools, 5 I.D. turning tools, and 12 live tools. The sub tool post features 5 O.D. turning tools, 9 I.D. turning tools, and 12 live tools. The live tools are mounted in a continuous 360 degree B axis. The live tools are powered by a 2HP spindle motor. Rigid tapping is standard. Each tool post has a Y axis for off center milling operations. Tool change time is near ZERO.
Construction
The machine frame and all major components are made from the highest quality cast iron. The machine weighs in at an impressive 9,240 lbs. The i-42/60 uses large, 35mm Hiwin roller type linear guideways in all linear axes. The 35mm rails increase stability and allow heavier cutting. The large 32mm ballscrews are double anchored, pre-tensioned and direct coupled to the Mitsubishi servo motors thus promoting precision.
CNC Controls
The machine is equipped standard with the fully featured and powerful Mitsubishi M830S control with 15” LCD. All spindles and axes use Mitsubishi AC servo motors and Mitsubishi amplifiers. The completely matched Mitsubishi CNC system provides extreme reliability and high performance. A 3 year warranty is standard on the CNC system. Optionally, the Fanuc OiT-F Plus with 15” LCD is available. The Fanuc system utilizes all Fanuc servo and spindle motors and drives and comes with a standard 2 year warranty.
Standard Features
The machine come with standard features necessary for production turning such as collet chucks, parts catcher, parts conveyor, 400 PSI coolant pump, chip conveyor, and bar feeder interface.