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Starchip 560 L - Lathe for series production with heavy-duty design and extensive equipment package, plus state-of-the-art Siemens control
Option: KNUTH-FlexLoader 10 Loading System (Part. No. 100128)

Option: KNUTH-FlexLoader 10 Loading System (Part. No. 100128)

Starchip 560 L - Lathe for series production with heavy-duty design and extensive equipment package, plus state-of-the-art Siemens control
Option: KNUTH-FlexLoader 10 Loading System (Part. No. 100128)

Starchip 560 L

SKU : 182296

This StarChip Series machine has all the features of a classic CNC production lathe. The modern Siemens control meets all requirements for advanced control technology. The machine features an inclined bed with 12-station tool turret and a powerful 15 kW main spindle motor, including a hydraulic 3-jaw chuck with through-hole. A hinged belt conveyor and a highly efficient coolant system complete the equipment package.

Working area
Workpiece length (max.) 1000 mm
Maximum workpiece weight 200 kg - 500 kg
Angle of slant bed 45 deg
Turning-Ø over bed (max.) 560 mm
Turning-Ø over support 350 mm
Travels
Travel X-axis 200 mm
Travel Z-axis 1050 mm
Headstock
Spindle speed 4500 1/min
Spindle mount ISO A2-6
Lathe chuck diameter 250 mm
Spindle bore 65 mm
Spindle bore with draw tube 50 mm
Rapid feed
Rapid feed X-axis 30000 mm/min
Rapid feed Z-axis 30000 mm/min
Tooling
Number of tool stations 12 positions
Tool shank dimensions 25 mm x 25 mm
Diameter 40 mm
Accuracies
Positioning accuracy X-axis ± 0,008 mm
Positioning accuracy Z-axis ± 0,008 mm
Repeatability X-axis ± 0,004 mm
Repeatability Z-axis ± 0,004 mm
Tailstock
Tailstock taper 5 MT
Tailstock quill stroke 900 mm
Drive capacity
Motor rating main drive 15 kW
Main drive, continuous load 11 kW
Motor rating X-axis 1.8 kW
Motor rating Z-axis 1.8 kW
Measures and weights
Overall dimensions (length x width x height) 3.57 m x 1.86 m x 1.9 m
Weight 4500 kg

  • Heavy machine frame with 45° inclined bed ensures high rigidity and easy chip removal
  • Large linear guides on X and Z ensure maximum stability and accuracy
  • High quality preloaded ball screws connect to powerful drives via a zero-loss transmission clutch.
  • The design with 2 additional linear guides ensures collision-free tailstock movements
  • The enclosed work space is easily accessible through a large sliding door
  • The 12-station tool turret ensures a large work area and quick and precise tool changes
  • Optional tool changer with driven tools, and C axis for precise contour milling and drilling is available
  • A powerful 15 kW headstock motor delivers high torque across the entire speed range
  • Hydraulic 250 mm 3-jaw chuck with through-hole
  • Automatic central lubrication system ensures reliable lubrication of guideways
  • Hinged belt conveyor and high-performance coolant system included in standard equipment
  • The machine is ready for the connection of an optional rod feeder

Proven record:

  • Future-proof: the Siemens 828 D Basic control meets all requirements for advanced control technology
  • Easy, dialog-guided user interface
  • Complete bandwidth of technology cycles
  • High performance and precision

Siemens 828D control
12-station turret
electronic hand-wheel
hydr. 3-jaw chuck Ø 250 mm
auto bar feeder interface
chip conveyor chain type
programable tailstock
coolant system flush gun
air gun
coolant system
automatic central lubrication
heat exchanger control cabinet
work lamp
operational health status indicator
operator instructions

Siemens 828D control

SINUMERIK 828 D – The workhorse in the compact class of CNCs

Highlights

  • Compact, robust, maintenance-free control panel-based CNC
  • Comfortable program and parameter input via QWERTY keyboard
  • Maximum machining precision
  • Intelligent kinematic transformations for machining of cylindrical parts, and for angled workpiece levels
  • SINUMERIK MDynamics with the new Advanced Surface feature: for perfect part surfaces and shortest machining times in mold making applications
  • ProgramGUIDE: fastest machining time and maximum flexibility for large series productions
  • Unique spectrum of technology cycles - from milling contours with residual material recognition to process measurements
  • Animated Elements: unique operation and programming assistance with animated sequences
  • Modern data transfer options via USB stick, CF card and network (Ethernet)

CNC hardware

  • Control-panel based high-performance CNC Control
  • Robust front control panel made of magnesium die-casting
  • Integreated full-size QWERTY keyboard
  • Maintenance-free design (no buffer battery required)

CNC performance data and functions

  • Dynamic feed-forward control
  • Linear, circular and helical interpolation
  • Tapping without compensating chuck, plus thread cutting
  • Toggle between inch and metric units
  • FRAME concept for individual coordinate transformations, rotations, scaling and mirroring
  • 100 adjustable zero offsets
  • Synchronous actions and quick help function output

CNC technology cycles

  • Large selection of drilling cycles
  • Large selection of milling cycles for standard geometry
  • Large selection of position patterns for drilling and milling operations
  • High-speed settings for mold making applications
  • Geometry calculator for free contour input
  • Machining cycle for contour pockets / contour spigots with isolated contours

Graphic features

  • Graphical online help system, similar to PC system
  • Graphical CNC simulation with level display

CNC tool management

  • Display of tool and magazine data on one screen
  • Tool management with plain-text tool names
  • Loading/unloading feature for easy magazine assignment
  • Tool management with tool life monitoring
  • 10.4“ TFT color monitor

Resources & Downloads

  • Starchip 560 L Brochure.pdf (0.12MB)

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Starchip 560 L - Lathe for series production with heavy-duty design and extensive equipment package, plus state-of-the-art Siemens control
Starchip 560 L
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