MB450U

The Methods MB450U Simultaneous 5-Axis Bridge Type Machining Center is engineered & built to strict Methods specifications and quality standards. This product line is packed with standard features and benefits that will exceed the expectations of our customers looking for quality, reliability, accuracy and longevity at a competitive price.

  • 15,000 RPM Big Plus, 40 Taper Spindle with Air-Oil Lubrication, Spindle Chiller

  • Direct Drive Hollow Shaft Spindle Motor with 1,000 psi CTS Prep

  • Robust Bridge Type Construction with Thermal Compensation

  • High Performance FANUC 31iM-B5+ Control with 19” TFT Screen

  • Includes Tool Center Point Control, Collision Detection, 40GB Program Storage, Manual Guide I, AICC II, 600 Block Look Ahead and Ethernet

  • Includes Tool Center Point Control, Collision Detection, 2 GB Data Server, Manual Guide I, AICC II, 600 Block Look Ahead and Ethernet

  • Large Capacity 48 Tool ATC

  • Includes Heidenhain Scales in All Axes & Kinematic Calibration Hardware/Software

Travel

X axis Travel15.7" (400 mm)
Y axis Travel13.8" (350 mm)
Z axis Travel13.8" (350 mm)
B axis – Tilting-50° ~ +110°
C axis – Rotary360°

Table

Table DimensionsØ17.72 in (Ø450 mm)
Maximum Load441 lbs (200 kg)
Spindle Nose to Table Surface5.9” ~ 24” (150 ~ 610 mm)

Spindle

Spindle Speed15,000 rpm
Spindle TaperBig Plus/CAT40
Spindle Power10 HP (7.5kW) – Optional 25 HP (18.5 kW)
Spindle Torque35ft-lb (47.7Nm) – Optional 106 ft-lb (143.7Nm)
Spindle LubeOil / Air

Feedrate

X-Axis Rapid Traverse1889in/min (48m/min)
Y-Axis Rapid Traverse1889in/min (48m/min)
Z-Axis Rapid Traverse1889in/min (48m/min)
B/C Axes Rotation Speed25 rpm

ATC

Maximum Number of Tools48
Tool-to-Tool Change Time1.9 sec
Maximum Tool Length9.85" (250mm)
Max Diameter3.0" (75 mm)
Max Weight15.4 lbs (7 kg)

Dimensions/ Weight/ Capacities

Floor Space (L x W x H)139.3" x 130.4" x 118.2" (3538mm x 3312mm x 3002mm)
Weight13,250 lbs (6000 kg)
Coolant Tank Capacity68.7 gal (260 L)
ControlFANUC 31i-MB5 – Optional FANUC 31iMB5 Plus

  • HWR Workholding

  • Renishaw Probes

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