Work NON-STOP on 5-Axis #CNC Vertical Machining Centers with a multi pallet pool system.
This Automatic Pallet Changer allows for uninterrupted pallet transfer with MIDACO’s train cart* system (patent pending). Each cart holds two pallets and connects to additional carts allowing for continuous and uninterrupted part transfer in and out of the machine tool. The operator can load a train of carts* to run while they attend to other tasks or go “lights-out”.
• Interlocked pallet carts are mobilized though the shuttle system on casters allowing the shuttle arm to continuously feed pallets into the #5Axis #MachiningCenter.
• Once a cart is pushed through the other side, the operator can easily load new pallets and change parts while the spindle is cutting.
• A completed pallet cart can be removed by unlocking the T-pins and rolled to a different location or to the opposite end of the train to keep production going.
• Depending on programming, after the full “pallet cart train” passes through the shuttle, the process repeats sending carts back in the opposite direction.
Shuttle system includes:
– Automatic door retrofit to machining center
– One (1) cart with two (2) 15” (381mm) dia. pallets
– One (1) cast iron receiver
– CE Light Curtain
Additional carts* and pallets available separately.
*number of connected carts will vary depending upon the weight of parts per load.
Features:
• Individual carts are connected via locking T-pins
• Pallet rails lock pallet to receiver
• Hardened and ground pallet bushings with locating pins on cart and receiver assure +/-.0001” (.0025 mm) repeatability meeting the standard for complex parts with tight tolerances.
• Cast iron receiver mounts directly to the machine table
• PLC is fully integrated with the machine using M-function
• Exchange pallet in seconds
Specifications:
• 15” (381mm) dia. cast aluminum pallets
• 150 lb (68kg) capacity per pallet
• Cast iron receiver does not require air
• +/- .0001″ (.0025 mm) repeatability
• CE Light Curtain surrounding cart path on both sides of shuttle
(847) 558-6720
https://www.midaco-corp.com/sc.50/automatic-pallet-cart-changer-for-5-axis/
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