Machining Center

The new Arrow Series 2 VMC-1000 from Cincinnati Machine defines Ultimate Performance™ technology, offering increased power and spindle acceleration, enhanced rapid traverse and acc/dec performance, and fast axis drive.

The all-new performance package, which includes the state-of-the-art Profibus I/O interface technology as standard equipment, reduces wire terminations, improves safety and simplifies maintenance. Tested and proven, the components are installed on more than three million machines worldwide.

The digital vector spindle drive provides 30 Hp Max (22kW), 25 Hp MTDR. Improved spindle acceleration allows the 40 series spindle to reach 8,000 rpm, in just 1.8 seconds. The drive system provides constant torque regardless of load.

Process matching feedrates of 590 ipm are combined with rapid traverse rates up to 1,416 ipm. The acc/dec rates are increased up to 70 percent.

Enhanced operator convenience features include high intensity lighting and end panel windows for increased visibility within the machining area. In addition, an integral workstation tray is incorporated into the control station.

The fast, powerful Acramatic A2100 CNC from Siemens is standard on the Arrow Series 2 VMC-1000. Operating on a Windows NT® platform, the A2100 provides a user-friendly system with the most comprehensive specification available today. A touch screen control and handheld pendant place the control functions at the operator's fingertips, reducing setup time.

The standard third-party interface allows the use of proprietary software, such as CAD/CAM systems and SPC programs to run on the control. This open-architecture system, which is based on a true PC platform, offers unrivalled communication capabilities.

Cincinnati Machine is a global manufacturer and supplier of CNC machine tools, such as turning centers, vertical machining centers, horizontal machining centers/cells, 5-axis machining centers, universal machining centers, profilers, routers and composite processing equipment. Additionally, Cincinnati PLUS- provides the most comprehensive package of service and support available in the industry today. Industries served include aerospace, heavy equipment, fluid power and automotive, as well as small job shops.

For more information, contact Greg Weyman, Cincinnati Machine, 4701 Marburg Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45209-1025, 877-246-6224, 513-841-8347, Fax: 513-841-8833, Web: www.cinmach.com.