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Slim3n-5ax

High volume performance in 5 axis

High volume performance in 5 axis
The Italian market is known for its focus on high-volume production, where every second counts. But in recent years, there has been a switch to more complex components.

To focus on the high-volume market and in response to the market’s demand for flexibility, the existing Slim3n, one of Makino’s vertical 3-axis machines dedicated for this market, will feature a new 5-axis table that makes no compromises in automation terms. At EMO 2021 the Slim3n will be showcased with a top-loading automation system.

Compact Vertical Machining Center for High Volume Production

Compact Vertical Machining Center for High Volume Production
Makino’s compact vertical machining centre - Slim3n, provides high performance and extremely efficient machining for high volume part production. The Slim3n is ideally suited for a wide array of component machining applications focused on maximizing machining process, increasing flexibility, achieving smooth workflow and various types of automation.

 

Structure

Structure

Slim3n adopts fixed table design to provide customer flexibility for fixture design to meet demands of larger envelope, higher fixture weight and simple interfacing that allows a wide range of machining applications.

Finite Element Analysis (FEA) design techniques were employed to optimize structural rigidity and torsional stiffness for ultimate performance and consistent results. The machine structural configuration is based on a closed frame type design together with a pair of long supporting columns achieving superior structural rigidity.

Makino machines are known for achieving accuracy through mechanical means with both design & manufacturing process.

Spindle Overhang

The short spindle overhang directly influences the structural force loop distance, which increases the structure’s overall torsional stiffness about X axis. This characteristic is designed to increase major natural frequencies of the system. Consequently, enhances the cutting performance on Slim3n.

Automatic Tool Changer (ATC)

Standard 26 tool ATC magazine, the Slim3n provides smooth, fast indexing to support high speed machining application. Designed with an armless, direct tool pick for increased performance, it also has an integral door design adding benefits of no separate actuators making it more reliable.

Spindle

Makino’s leadership in spindle technology is renowned throughout the world. Spindle rigidity, higher speed, constant pre-load, multi-plane balancing, minimum vibration and reduced thermal growth are key topics that Makino has pioneered through the art of spindle making by innovative design and manufacturing.

The Slim3n comes with 2 spindle specifications 16,000 rpm and 8,000 rpm to cater to the varying machining applications for high volume production machinery industry demands.

Twin Drive Rotary Table Option

Twin Drive Rotary Table Option

For Large Workpiece machining of 4+1 Axis application using two synchronized motors

  • A Axis (Tilting Axis) mounting on Bed LH & RH Front Faces
  • C Axis (Rotary Axis) table mounted on the cradle structure
  • No Table Support at bottom, aiding smooth Chip Flow
  • Hydraulic clamping on both sides
  • Rotary joint with 5 lines available as Standard

Coolant Management

Coolant Management

Created for the production environment, Slim3n coolant system enhances the productivity. Configured with nozzle and flush coolant as standard features, chips are efficiently removed from the cutting zone. Slim3n structure is designed with a slope for quicker evacuation. A Lift Up Chip Conveyor option can be integrated at the rear of the machine to tailor to high chip generation demands.

Through Spindle Coolant

Improves the machining process more effectively especially with deep hole drilling operations and provides increased tool life.

Specifications

Travel
X x Y x Z 500x400x500
Rapid 50,0000
Cutting 1 20,000
Spindle
Spindle RPM 16,000 (optional 8,000)
Spindle Taper HSK - A50
Feedrate
Rapid Traverse 50,000 mm/min
Cutting Feedrate 1 - 20,000 mm/min
Table
Maximum Workpiece 975 x 500 x 580 mm
Maximum Payload 400 kg
Automatic tool changer
ATC Capacity 26
Tool Diameter/Length 140/320 mm
Table
Tool Tool Weight/Tool Moment 3.5/2.4
Coolant Tank
Tank Capacity 400 L
Total Flow Rate 150 L/min
Machine
Floor Space - Std./APC 1,280x3,650 mm/1,455 x 4,120 mm
Height 2,940 mm
Weight - Std./APC 4,700 Kg/5,050 Kg