At DISCOVER 2023, Mazak featured the part processing versatility of its HQR-200MSY Multi-Tasking Turning Center. Two high-performance spindles, along with upper and lower turrets, provide unattended complete DONE IN ONE® part processing from raw material to finished component in one setup. The machine excels at medium to high-volume applications and provides a gateway to automation.
Twin opposed turning spindles each deliver 30 hp (22.37 kW) and speeds of 5,000 rpm, with full C-axis CNC control of part positioning and contouring at a resolution of 0.0001°. Additionally, upper and lower 12-station tool turrets enable balanced cutting and accommodate fixed or rotating tools. Both turrets are capable of Y-axis travel that enables off-centerline machining to process a wide variety of workpieces, with 7.5 hp (5.6 kW) spindles for milling. The HQR-200MSY handles bar stock up to 2.55″ (64.7 mm) in diameter.
The machine’s twin-spindle, twin-turret configuration offers multiple process options with the main and secondary spindles operating together or separately. Shops can machine a single part on all surfaces through a coordinated “hand-off” between spindles or produce two different parts at the same time on the same machine.
Because the twin turrets can operate independently or together on the same part, the machine can produce two separate features simultaneously. Alternately, balanced machining strategies permit two tools to work together on the same feature for rough and finish turning, rough and finish milling, or opposed feature drilling, tapping or boring with the Y axes. Balanced machining can reduce cycle times by up to 25% on suitable part configurations.
About Mazak Corporation
Mazak Corporation is a leader in the design and manufacture of productive machine tool solutions. Committed to being a partner to customers with innovative technology, its world-class facility in Florence, Kentucky produces over 70 models of turning centers, Multi-Tasking machines and vertical machining centers, including 5-axis models, Hybrid Additive processing machines and Swiss Turning Machines. Continuously investing in manufacturing technology allows the Mazak iSMART Factory™ to be the most advanced and efficient in the industry, providing high-quality and reliable products. Mazak maintains eight Technology Centers across North America to provide local hands-on applications, service and sales support to customers.
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