Anca offers next-generation CNC grinder

Anca, a manufacturer of high-precision CNC grinding systems, has introduced its advanced MX7 machine.

With the ability to manufacture a variety of tools up to 16mm (5/8in) in diameter, Anca's next-generation CNC grinder is designed to meet the demand for tool production facilities seeking maximum output while still retaining the flexibility to react quickly to customer needs.

Adam Wallace, MX7 product manager, said: 'The MX7 really is a solution for today's manufacturing realities; it offers high output, enhanced flexibility and rapid changeover for high efficiency and support for lean manufacturing principles.' The MX7's permanent-magnet spindle is claimed to produce superior performance across the entire spindle working range.

It operates to a maximum of 10,000 revolutions per minute with a spindle power rating of 20kW/27HP (S1).

Further aiding precision, thanks to a lower current draw, less heat is generated and therefore less expansion takes place.

The MX7, with its higher torque at lower revolutions per minute, is particularly suited to efficient carbide grinding.

The inclusion of a standard wheel pack changer is intended to increase machine productivity and flexibility.

With its 10-second wheel change time and six HSK wheel packs, the MX7 is claimed to offer flexibility in manufacturing.

Wallace said: 'The MX7 provides the best of both worlds: superb flexibility and quick changeovers to accommodate smaller batch sizes, yet high output for production houses.

'That's where the 10-second wheel and tool changeover capability really makes its mark; it's a key strength and a competitive advantage of the MX7,' he added.

MX7 productivity can be further enhanced with the use of the MLX loader.