Proxxon Lathes

Proxxon PD 400 CNC Lathe

Quantity:

£3,879.50 £4,655.40

CNC control of Z-axis and X-axis enables precise turning, facing and longitudinal turning of steel and non-ferrous metal.

Axes drive with powerful step motors and recirculating ball spindles (no backlash). For facing and longitudinal turning, for turning balls, radii and any freely formed contours made of steel and non-ferrous metal. Work piece machining is effected automatically by software and can be reproduced as often as required.

PROXXON CAD/CAM software for WINDOWS®

Brief description of software and hardware:
The software is harmonized with mechanics, motors and the control unit of the CNC machine, thus offering the optimum performance.

The CNC control unit controls the step motors of the machine. The PC software provides the machine with the geometry information for travel of the tools (via RS 232 interface). This means that the control unit is the interface between software and the mechanics of the machine.

Powerful micro processors and accordingly dimensioned step motors and phases ensure that the motors always provide enough power for any machining processes. Two freely usable output relays in the casing of the control unit provide facilities for control of additional functions, e.g. a working lamp. Including connection cables with suitable plugs and built-in power supply for connection to 220 - 240V.

Simple creation of work piece geometry
The CAD window is displayed when the programme starts. The work piece contour is created in the familiar WINDOWS® environment. Numerous auxiliary aids help during programme operation, which supports both coordinate entry (absolute and relative) in addition to mouse use. Read-in of existing files in standard file formats (e.g. .dxf or .hpgl) is possible. Technology information is allocated to every drawing element. This makes, for example, different processing speeds and manual tool replacement possible.

Automatic generation of CAM data
The finished drawing of the tool is converted, by a mouse click, into the instruction set for the machine. So, machining can be started immediately. The instruction set generated in this way is in accordance with DIN/ISO 66025 and can be manually edited and exported. Conversely, the system also permits importing or complete self writing of data sets.

Manual work The handwheels are replaced with the step motors of the CNC machine. Nevertheless, manual machining is possible with the help of cursor buttons, since the step motors can be operated manually.

Software installation The PC software is supplied on a CD ROM. The problem-free installation is effected automatically under Windows®.

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Proxxon PD 400 Precision Lathe

Quantity:

£1,680.00 £2,016.00

Supplied with change gears for thread cutting in 19 steps (0,2 - 3,0mm)
Main switch with emergency stop function and restart protection.
Quality, precision 3 jaw chuck with 100mm capacity.
Powerful capacitor motor with 550W output.
Quick-Change tool post with 2 holders (fitted with adjustable height and stop).
Includes 2MT rotating centre in tailstock
Easy to use hand wheel of aluminium with adjustable scale of steel. 1 division = 0.05mm
Fully enclosed leadscrew with Acme thread (12 x 1.5)
Cross-braced cast iron bed with wide, ground slide ways
Handwheel for quick support change
Switch for clockwise, off and counter-clockwise rotation
Selector for auto feed

Offers precision and versatility. Complete with 3 jaw chuck, live centre and thread cutting capability.The PD 400 lathe is unequalled in its class. Ideal for straight and cross cuts, taper turning, internal and external thread cutting slotting etc. Usable on materials such as steel, non-ferrous metals (aluminium, brass etc.). Negligible variances even under heavy loads. Ground and hardened beds of ribbed construction for highest precision and stability. The wide range of accessories complements the lathe's functions. The bed is equipped with a milled surface for securing mill/drill head PF 400.Technical Data:Centre distance 400mm, centre height 85mm. The swing over the top slide is 116mm. Solid, ribbed bed is made of quality cast iron with ground and hardened slideways. Oversized spindle with 2 adjustable taper bearings, 3MT taper and 20.5mm bore. Run-out, without chuck, 0.005mm.The precision 3 jaw chuck has a capacity of up to 100mm. Six spindle speeds are provided via belt drive: Level 1: 80 / 330 / 1,400rpm; Level 2: 160 / 660 / 2,800rpm. Powerful, quiet capacitor motor with 550W output. All adjusting wheels fitted with scales that may be zeroed. 1 division = 0.05mm. The auto feed has speed of 0.07 or 0.14mm/rev. An integrated gearbox with change gears provides 19 pitches: 0.2 - 0.25 - 0.3 - 0.35 - 0.4 - 0.45 - 0.5 - 0.6 - 0.7 - 0.75 - 0.8 - 0.9 - 1.0 - 1.25 - 1.50 - 1.75 - 2.0 - 2.5 - 3.0mm. Imperial threads of 10 - 48 TPI are also possible. A rotating centre 2MT and 10mm 2MT gear chuck are included. Cross slide travel 85mm and topslide 55mm. Swivels through 45° for taper turning. Tailstock with 2MT (short), spindle travel 40mm and a diameter of 24mm. Supplied with scale. Approx. size 900 x 400 x 300mm. Weight approx. 45kg. For cutters of 10 x 10mm.

Specification for Proxxon PD 400 Precision Lathe:
Centre Height: 85mm
Cross Slide Travel: 85mm
Distance Between Centres: 400mm
Height Over Cross Slide: 58mm
Model: PD 400
Nett Weight 45kg
Overall: L x W x H 900 x 400 x 300mm
Power: 550W
Spindle Bore: 20.5mm
Spindle Speed: (6) 80 - 2,800rpm
Taper Headstock: 3MT
Taper Tailstock 2MT
Thread Pitch Range: 0.2 - 3.0mm (10 - 48tpi)
Top Slide Travel: 55mm

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Proxxon PD 230/E Precision Lathe

Quantity:

£684.00 £820.80

Usable on materials such as steel, brass, aluminium and plastic. Complete with automatic feed, thread cutting capability, headstock chuck, live centre and top slide for taper turning. Used to part, machine stock and cut tapers. The numerous optional accessories allow one to drill, mill and slot.

Technical data:
Centre distance of 230mm, swing 52mm. Height over cross slide 28mm. Cross slide travel 60mm and top slide 45mm. Steel tool holder accepts 8 x 8mm cutters. The MK1 (short) spindle has a 10.5mm bore. It runs in precision ball bearings, yielding an accuracy of 0.01mm without chuck. The thread cutting capability covers the most important pitches of 0.5 - 0.625 - 0.7 - 0.75 - 0.8 - 1.0 - 1.25 and 1.5mm.

Spindle speeds are changed by means of a belt and offer 300 - 900 and 3,000rpm. The electronic speed control further extends the speed range down from 100rpm (which is important when cutting threads) to 3,000rpm. The automatic feed offers 0.05 or 0.1mm per revolution. The tailstock spindle has a MK1 (short) bore and 30mm travel. The quiet 220 - 240V motor is fitted with a forward/reverse switch.

The three jaw chuck offers 2 - 35mm capacity (internal jaws) and 24 - 68mm (external jaws). The handwheels are fitted with zero adjustable scales. One revolution equals 1mm feed (40 divisions) and hence 0.05mm/division. Weight approx. 10kg and dimensions approx. 530 x 250 x 150mm.

Cross Slide Travel: 60mm
Distance Between Centres: 230mm
Height Over Cross Slide:: 28mm
Model PD 230/E
Nett Weight: 13.55kg
Power:150W
Speed Range: 6/ 80 - 2,800rpm