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News Release from: Rotary Precision Instruments UK | Subject: Precision rotary tables
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 22 June 2007
Rotary tables support 5-axis CNC
machining
For precision 5-axis machining some machine tools require a rotary table with speed, clamping power and build quality for reliable production of parts to very close tolerances.
On certain types of machine tool, precision 5-axis machining requires a rotary table with speed, clamping power and build quality necessary for reliably producing parts to close tolerances Tsudakoma has introduced to their TN series a 'super compact TN - 130', their fastest and most powerful NC tilting rotary table
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 28 Jun 2007 at 8.00am (UK)
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The TN - 130 gear tooth profile is substantially deeper than found on competitive tables.
The table's worm gear diameter is substantially larger, transmitting torque at a level two or three times that of competitive systems.
The combination of these features allows Tsudakoma rotary tables to take full advantage of high speed servo machining, dramatically reducing cycle times, and producing more precise parts.
The Tsudakoma TN-130 also uses a patented pneumatic clamping system.
The patented system achieves clamping forces typically associated with hydraulic systems.
This massive clamping force generated on the TN-130 enables high precision machining far from the tilting-axis center where the moment load is larger.
Tsudakoma also includes options for the TN-130 super compact NC tilting rotary table, which enable the table to be easily configured with high resolution rotary scales on both axes.
Other options include a pull stud device and a rotary joint.
* UK agency - Tsudakoma and Rotary Precision Instruments UK - believed to be the largest manufactures in the world of machine tool and metrology rotary tables and accessories - have announced their UK partnership for the distribution and marketing of Tsudakoma rotary table products in the UK.
Rotary Precision Instruments UK(RPI) now offers the full Tsudakoma range of machining rotary tables and accessories.
The addition of Tsudakoma's high quality yet economical rotary tables neatly compliments RPI's existing range of high accuracy high load capacity machining tables.
RPI has a long established reputation as a major supplier of high precision rotary table products and with Tsudakoma's 20 years of service, repair and customization expertise, will ensure that Tsudakoma's world renowned reputation for accuracy and quality is standard within all of their rotary tables.
With over 50 years of experience RPI can guarantee the full support and customer services when purchasing Tsudakoma rotary tables within the UK.
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