The DA500 is a machining centre specifically designed to minimise set-up times while delivering maximum performance, thanks to its direct-drive motors on both the A and C axes. It features an optional turning table enabling users to carry out all operations on a single machine and significantly reducing the risk of operator error. This makes the DA500 ideal for a wide range of applications, including aerospace engine and semiconductor manufacturing.
High accuracy and speed
Following on from Makino’s successful DA300, the DA500 has also been designed with a symmetric structure to minimise thermal influence on the machine and maximise rigidity. At the same time, elements taken from Makino’s a1 series, like the slant column design, have reduced moving inertia and increased Z axis rigidity. The ring-type tool magazine with CAM ATC also enables the fastest possible tool changes, while Makino’s own Vision technologies reduce the risk of operator set-up errors through visual checks on the tool and workpiece.
0.05 µm scales, a direct-drive motor and Makino’s Super G.I. 5 control technology ensure the best possible pitch accuracy and repeatability.
Working in demanding production environments requires a robust spindle. To meet this need, Makino designed the DA500 with a new 20,000 rpm spindle, offering 50% more torque, double the power and one-third the acceleration time of conventional machines. Combined with an axis speed of 60,000 mm/min (similar to the DA300), it excels in fast milling with constant chip thickness, enabling rapid part production and minimal idle time. The DA500 also features a proven core cooling system for the main spindle, efficiently managing heat during high-speed table rotations. Unlike other machines limited to 30 minutes of use, this spindle has no time restrictions. All in all, the agility, performance and chip evacuation of this high-precision 5-axis vertical machine are among the best in the aerospace, high-precision and semiconductor markets.
Customisable automation
To meet manufacturers' unique requests, Makino has designed an automation set-up that can be customised at the customer’s factory to different configurations ranging from four pallets with a maximum workpiece size of 800 mm to eight pallets with a maximum workpiece size of 550 mm – or combinations in between. What’s more, the compact pallet magazine enables higher productivity from the same floor space.
Specifically designed for long-term use, this automation set-up comes with additional coolant nozzles to clean the storage area, which reduces the amount of maintenance work needed.
No-compromise turning
The secret of the DA500’s dual capability is that it has been engineered so as not to lose milling performance even in the turning specification. The spindle bearings for turning tools have been uniquely placed to maintain the machine’s rigidity. The table can rotate at up to 800 rpm so the DA500 can cut materials such as stainless steel for semiconductor applications or the nickel alloys needed in manufacturing aerospace engines.
Axis travels
X, Y, Z
800 × 900 × 550 mm
A, C
150°, 360°
Table
Max. workpiece size
800 × 500 mm
(with limitation)
Max. payload
350 kg
Spindle
Speed
14,000 rpm and
20,000 rpm
Interface
HSK-A63
Automatic tool changer
60 / 118 tools
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