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News Release from: Trumpf | Subject: CNC punch press has 3D forming capability
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 25 May 2006
CNC punch press has 3D forming
capability
CNC punch press that is as easy to install, operate and program includes three-dimensional forming and tapping can also produce profiles quickly, easily and economically.
The new Trumatic 1000 Rotation from Trumpf has a rare combination of attributes No other punching machine is as easy to install, operate and program
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 21 Jun 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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The TC1000 has the same process capability as a larger Trumatic including three-dimensional forming and tapping.
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It can also produce 'extrusions' (formed profiles - Ed) quickly, easily and economically in one machine set-up.
Although primarily aimed at those with little or no programming experience the TC1000 is also an excellent stand-alone, supplementary production unit for established users.
It has a working range of 2070 x 1280mm without repositioning and can accommodate materials up to 6.4mm thick.
A key feature of this new addition to the Trumatic range is the simplicity of programming.
This is the first machine to include a new Trumpf navigation system that transparently guides beginners through the programming of simple parts and into the use of the ToPs 300 basic software.
The ToPs system allows more complex features to be added.
An NC programme is generated automatically in just three steps even for complex contours.
Having guided the programmer through the process of creating a drawing the software assists in the definition of the sheet layout to minimise material wastage.
The system then recommends the optimum tool path and process sequence.
Machine operation is via touch screen.
Naturally the control system has a modern user interface with a selection menu that is tailored to the operator's exact needs.
The hydraulic single station punching head featured on the TC1000 allows the use of angled punching tools to optimise punching force.
As all tools can be rotated a full 360 deg fewer tools are needed, set-up costs are reduced and higher processing speeds achieved.
Tools are changed in just 4s and with Multitools exchange time is even quicker; their use allows up to 150 tools to be held in the machine's linear magazine.
The TC1000 can achieve stroke rates of 600/min for punching and 1300/min for marking.
Ram guidance ensures high dimensional accuracy by ensuring the punch and die are always exactly aligned.
All punching tool options can be used on the TC1000 including Multibend to bend flanges and Multishear for burr-free edging.
Other tools for beading, threading, louvring, embossing and parts marking extend the scope of this new machine.
Small parts are ejected through a fixed chute directly into a container.
Parts up to 180x500mm can be removed with an optional, programmable support table.
By retracting the tables parts up to 450x500mm can be removed automatically.
A special pushout tool prevents thin parts from catching in the scrap skeleton ensuring a high level of process reliability. Request a free brochure from Trumpf ...
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