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Market segments and applications 4 MSP Machine and Spindle Protection 8 Accuracy and productivity from base machine 12 Table variants, Tooling and Automation 16 Mikron MILL P 800 U - Tire mold dedicated package 24 Mikron MILL P 800 U - Milling and Turning 26 System 3R - Pallet and tool management software 29 The Mikron MILL P 500 U / 800 U are 5-Axis high performance machines for both precision part manufacturers active in the aerospace, machinery and defence industries, general mechanic industries and precision mold makers active in industries such as automotive and home...

Market segments and applications Home appliances

Part production General machinery Aeronautics and Power generation

Technology High-Performance Milling: Powerful parts and tools machining + High material removal rate + Performant with tough materials + Dynamic Milling of heavy duty parts + Meant for productive purpose Accurate parts achieved with dynamic performance +++ + + + + + ++++ + ■+ + + + ++ + ■ ++ + h + +++++ ++++

Productive and accurate machining of parts up to 800 kg + Gantry concept with shortest force flow which results in outstanding machining stability + Solid, vibration-damping machine bed + Thermo-symmetrical design and water-cooled components for long-term accuracy + Extremely compact construction + Big work area with user-friendly access + Step-Tec Spindle with powerful and flexible power/speed range characteristics + Wide range of compact tool magazines + Machine and Spindle Protection (MSP) along all axis + Integrated or third-party Automation in smallest footprint + Siemens or Heidenhain control...

Collisions usually occur when a new computer numerical control (CNC) program is first executed. MSP offers the best security for this. How it works The Spindle is deflected when the force acting on the tool during a collision would damage the Spindle bearing. With this deflection, the axis drives gain the space required for automatic emergency braking. Braking distance depends on travel speed and is allowed within the clearance gained. Thus, damage-free braking is made possible up to 12 m/min. MSP works regardless of direction and with no impact on machining speed in most materials. Use the M-function...

Crash protection by MSP Machine and Spindle Protection in every direction Braking distance Braking distance Braking distance Braking distance Same Spindle without repairs Without machine realignement Without machine downtime This part was machined after 200 crashes Verify geometrical accuracy with KinematicsOpt or other tools Crashzone Spindle crash without braking activity Software-supported tool retracting Spindle damaged Machine geometry misaligned Machine downtime Significant costs

smart machine This includes a range of modules that are collectively referred to under the generic term "smart machine" and that fulfil various functions. For the Milling process to become intelligent, it must: ... establish comprehensive communication between man and machine, which makes available precise information that the operator requires to assess the Milling process. ... support the operator in the optimization of the process, which considerably improves the performance. ... optimize the Milling process, which improves process safety and workpiece quality—especially important in unmanned...

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Accuracy and productivity from base machine The benchmark for precision machining and agile productivity Constant dimensional precision and 24/7 process reliability Dynamic machining and broad performance versatility

• Lower production costs through a reliable and dynamic machine on a small footprint ~10 MINUTES TO RESUME FULL PRODUCTION after a crash thanks to Machine and Spindle Protection (MSP) 250 PERCENT HIGHER PRODUCTIVITY Increased profit thanks to integrated Automation Your most competitive business center

The Mikron MILL P 500 U / 800 U machines have been designed to accommodate automated pallet handling. In the loading station, the raw parts are set up on the pallet while the machine is machining the workpiece on the other pallet. This greatly increases the productivity of the machine. + Very good access to the workpiece + The pallets in the loading station can be manually rotated 360 degrees. • Small footprint • 24/7 production • Efficient machining for highest productivity • Best total cost of integration and ownership To increase your autonomy, there are very compact pallet magazines available...

Loading station Mikron MILL P 800 U Pallet magazine Mikron MILL P 800 U

Table variants, Tooling and Automation Mikron MILL P 500 U Table Ø 500 mm Mikron MILL P 800 U Table Ø 500 mm Ø 631 mm

Pallets Mikron MILL P 500 U Mikron MILL P 800 U 17 Mikron MILL P 500 U / 800 U

Mikron MILL P 500 U - + - + Mikron MILL P 500 U D - + - + Mikron MILL P 800 U - + + + Mikron MILL P 800 U D - + + + Mikron MILL P 800 U ST + - - - OptiCool Step-Tec's OptiCool Spindle series ensures not only that the Spindle remains thermally stable, but that natural heat transfer to the Spindle support (e.g., Z-Axis) is limited to the lowest amount possible, in order to preserve the machine's geometry. CoolCore Where conventional stator cooling reaches its limits, Step-Tec's CoolCore Spindle goes beyond the ordinary to lower...