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The MS32C/MS52C are especially suited for automatic machining of chuck parts. The parts are loaded and unloaded automatically by a robot with double gripper mounted in the work area. Here, even with small lot sizes, the multi spindle Machines offer a cost effective alternative to vertical single spindle pick-up machines. More than an alternative to cam machines plicated parts require special attachments. Since these attachments (i.e.spindle stopping & positioning) are standard equipment on INDEX CNC multi spindle machines. This represents a significant cost savings. The MS32C/ MS52C will set new standards for cost reduction as compared to cam machines, making it not only a more capable machine, but a more

cost-effective alternative. The small floor space requirement and the outstanding functional capability contributes to the excellent price-to-performance ratio. Main application areas The MS32C/MS52C are best suited for small and medium lot sizes of shorter turned parts, as well as lower complexity parts with some live tool machining. The motor spindle technology opens machining of high alloy steels. The MS32C/MS52C are also best suited for machining of castings, forgings, impacts and premachined parts. Your benefits • Twelve tool slides with single or two-axis CNC controlled slides • Up to 18 Tools • Replacement of conven-

tional 8 spindle machines • Variable use of the tool slides for O.D. or I.D. tools • Cross machining with driven tools • Polygon turning and thread Milling

• Backworking with 2 tools (MS32C) • Automatic loading and unloading of chuck parts

On cam machines, more com- new opportunities for

Offered only by INDEX SCARA synchronized spindle 1 (2) SCARA synchronized spindle and 4 tools for backworking with the MS52C. This allows extensive backworking independently within the production time. • Fixed or driven tools • C and Y axis for complex backworking • Reduction of cycle times by means of 2 SCARA synchronized spindles

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