Kitamura's Bridgecenter-12G double column vertical machining center is built for shops requiring large-part capacity, rigidity and micron-level accuracy.
"Bridgecenter-12G combines heavy-duty cutting capability with high-speed operation and precision-focused in-house technologies," said a company spokesperson. "From aerospace and defense to energy, semiconductor and mold/die applications, this machine is engineered to deliver exceptional results shift after shift."
With a generous table size (W x L) of 1,370 mm (53.9") x 3,500 mm (137.8") and X, Y, Z travels of 3,050 mm (120.1") x 1,615 mm (63.6") x 800 mm (31.5"), the Bridgecenter-12G accommodates parts weighing up to 6,000 kg (13,227 lbs.). Operator-friendly features such as telescoping doors, sliding control panel and open ceilings simplify loading and unloading, even for oversized workpieces.
The Bridgecenter-12G's patented double column bridge-type construction is engineered to minimize deflection and vibration during the heaviest cuts. Supported by solid box ways on all axes, the structure is further enhanced by Kitamura's patented triangular slanted crossrail, positioning the spindle closer to the Z-axis slideway for increased thermal stability across X-axis travel. Even distribution of headstock weight and cutting forces help ensure consistent accuracy and high-quality surface finishes.
A one-piece solid bed casting offers high precision and reduces installation time. All major casting components are factory-assembled, aligned and shipped complete so the Bridgecenter-12G duplicates its factory-specified positioning accuracy of ±0.002 mm (±0.000078") and repeatability of ±0.001 mm (±0.000039") on the shop floor.
Productivity-driven features include:
- IAC System 1-In-house developed advanced thermal compensation with strategically located sensors to maintain component growth due to heat build up to less than ±0.0002" (±5 microns).
- Versatile, high-performance spindle-12,000 RPM, 4-step gear-driven, 50 taper dual contact design delivers high torque for aggressive roughing and smoothness for fine surface finishes.
- High-speed rapids-945 IPM in X, Y and Z, among the fastest for a box-way machine in its class, the company reported.
- Tool capacity-Standard 40-tool ATC, with larger 60 or 80 tool capacity available.
- Multi-axis capability-Optional 4th and 5th axis interfaces for complex, multisided part machining.
- Arumatik-Mi CNC control-Fully customizable with high-speed processing, a unique blend of ultra-intuitive touchscreen control technologies and operational support functions for simplified CNC operation.
For more information contact:
Kitamura Machinery of USA Inc.
451 Kingston Court
Mt. Prospect, IL 60056
847-520-7755
info@kitamura-machinery.com
www.kitamura-machinery.com
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