Twice the output

Combining two high performance spindles in one machining centre means the machine can make two identical parts at once, giving twice the output in a much smaller footprint than two machines would require.

Both spindles provide full simultaneous five-axis capability thanks to Chiron’s twin pot trunnion design with a common A-axis swivel table and twin rotary C-axes.

The machine on show will be the high speed DZ 08 FX Magnum, which makes its UK debut at MACH. It is said to be extremely fast, with chip-to-chip times of 1.9 seconds and spindle speeds up to 40,000 rpm. X, Y and Z axis travels are 450, 270 and 310mm, with feed rates of 75m/min and accelerations of 1.0, 1.5 and 2g respectively.

The ‘Magnum’ version of the DZ 08 FX on show at MACH provides an extra-large work area with plenty of room for ancillary devices and automation systems. A final advantage of the twin spindle machine is that energy consumption is said to be 40% less than two single spindle machines. Stand 5310