Low-cost CNC punching unit is high speed

Edited by the Manufacturingtalk editorial team Jan 23, 2008

A single head punching unit accepts different tooling designs and features an easy to use CNC system and powerful software for on board or remote programming.

The 1250 F1 single head punching unit from Simasv has a capacity of 1250 x 2000mm and accepts up to a 88.9mm punch or a multi-tool unit.

It offers a high speed low cost punching unit that can accept a range of tooling concepts.

SIMASV is an Italian family company formed in 1957 and has developed an 'entry level' CNC punching machine.

The machine has a quick tool change capability and high punching rates.

The 1250 F1 has excellent axis speeds and a front tool loading position resulting in high productivity and reduced set-up times.

The machine also has an easy to use CNC system and powerful software for on board or remote programming.

UK Machine Tools told manufacturingtalk.com that the machine is ideal for companies looking to increase their punching capability with low capital cost.

UK Machine Tools have been appointed agents for the Simasv range of sheet metal machines for the UK and Eire.

Machine capacity and features are as follows.

* Capacity - 1250 x 2000 x 6mm thickness.

* Sheet repositioning facility.

* 8.5kW power requirement.

* Multi-tool option.

* Punching speed is up to 450 hits/min.

* Programmable punch depth.

* Offline programming software.