NCMT says Makino T1 suits almost any material
A 5-axis horizontal-spindle machining centre, designated T1, has been introduced by Makino for efficient machining within a 1,500 mm (X) by 1,300 mm (Y) by 2,000 mm (Z) working envelope. This temperature controlled, twin-pallet centre is suited to machining large prismatic or cylindrical workpieces, says sole UK agent, NCMT.
The direct-drive spindle, which uses a HSK-A100 interface, is suitable for milling titanium alloys with 1,000 Nm of torque from 20 rpm up to 1,000 rpm. Typical metal removal rate is 202 cm3/min for Ti-6Al-4V. Aluminium components, on the other hand, can be machined at 4,636 cm3/min for A6061 using 56 kW of continuous power up to the full spindle speed of 12,000 rpm.
While these metals highlight the extremes of the T1 spindle's capability, mid-range power and torque levels are available for efficient machining of materials ranging from cast iron, tool steel and stainless steel, to Inconel.
