Okuma America Corporation, a world leader in CNC machine tool manufacturing, introduces its Turn-Cut function, which allows for processing work on horizontal machining centers without the need to use secondary machinery for a turning application. Turn-Cut is available as an option on Okuma’s MA and MB series of horizontal machining centers and can also be retrofitted to an existing Okuma machining center.
Turn-Cut is a programming option available on Okuma horizontal machining centers that allows the machine to create bores and diameters that include circular and/or angular features. This enables users to turn features on large, unbalanced parts on the same platform where standard CNC machining functions are performed, eliminating the need to purchase special-purpose machines, tooling, fixtures or add-on components. Adding the Turn-Cut functionality to a machining center does not interfere with performance or longevity of the machine, and often enhances performance with the addition of abso-scales and in some cases, Super-NURBS.
Cutting is performed on a horizontal machining center with the Turn-Cut function by synchronizing the circular motion of the feed axis with the spindle’s turning angle (tool tip position control). The surfaces created by Turn-Cut can be either on the outside or inside diameter of the machined part.
Benefits of Turn-Cut include:
- Provides process optimization without the need for specialized tooling, fixturing, or attachments
- Simplifies fixturing and reduces set up time
- Eliminates the need for expensive index chucks for manufacturing small valves or Ts
- Eliminates the need for complex heads or specialized tooling to control the tool path
For more information on the Turn-Cut function, or to request a live demonstration, visit http://www.okuma.com/turn-cut. A more detailed review of functionality is provided in the Turn-cut white paper.
