The HVC/HPC 150 platform offers a broad range of metal-working solutions, not just outstanding spindles. The platform concept serves mold makers and part-production applications.
The ultra-flexible HVC/HPC 150 spindle platform accommodates housing diameters as small as 150mm, with speeds from 12,000 to 40,000 rpm, good power from 23 to 60 kW S1 and torque from 16 to 75 Nm S1. With an HSK-A63 interface, the spindle achieves 30,000 rpm. The Opticool system and COOL-Core technology provide polar temperature stability for repeatable, reliable machining processes. For multiple-process machining, including grinding and milling, P2-quality bearings back the stiff bearing assignment to yield minimal runout. Achieve surface quality up to Ra = 0.03 μm with the extremely round shafts that we manufacture in house.
Monitoring options
The Spindle Diagnostic Module (SDM; black box), combined with Step-Tec's patented acceleration sensor, records all process-relevant data, including vibration along three axes. SDM also monitors and time stamps collision events > 30g.
Compensation
Any undetected spindle movement or temperature increase can cause inaccuracies and flawed surface quality on the finished workpiece. Step-Tec provides various monitoring options for machine compensation, including several resistance thermometers, placement for traditional thermal compensation and optional Axial Movement Sensor (AMS). The combination of these data-acquisition capabilities with Step-Tec's outstanding thermal stability offers the best possible machine compensation to achieve outstanding precision and surface finishes.