Spindle Finishing Machines - Part Finishing Equipment

SPINDLE

Features:

Repeatable load and process positions allow for easy integration with robotic production lines.
Easy to use operator touch screen controls (standard on “RA” models only).
Spring-hold air-release tooling holds part to spindle.
Variable speed tub featuring a perforated drain section for the removal of liquid sludge from the media.
Adjustable part positioning for optimal process results.
Available in eight different models.

Options:

Spindle Orientation

This option is strongly recommended for automated operations as it positions the part very accurately at the end of each cycle in order to align the part with a robot gripper or other unloading device.

Spindle Flush Stations

The spindle flush station option adds a complete stainless- steel rinse station to each spindle and a common tank to store and recirculate the rinse liquid separate from the process liquid. This spray is designed to remove media from the part and may also be used to spray rust-inhibiting solution to allow the parts to be stored for several days until the next process.

Safety Enclosure

The spindle machine may be equipped with a sound hood that incorporates two sliding safety doors. These safety doors are each locked via a solenoid and will not open until the spindle is in the home position and ready to be unloaded. Once the door is opened, the safety switch prevents any operation of hazardous components.

UL 508A Electrical Controls

UL® 508A is an Underwriters Laboratories directive for components and wiring practices as they pertain to industrial control panels.

Optional RA Feature

Provides spindle heads controlled by hydraulic pivot actuators to allow multiple position angles to achieve uniform coverage of all part surfaces during processing and ease of loading and unloading by an operator or robot.

Hydraulically-actuated tooling

Holds parts while lowered into rapidly moving tub of abrasive media.

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DISCRIPTION

The Spindle Machine is a high-speed, precision deburring machine for finishing single parts on each of its two spindles or several smaller parts on fixtures. The machine holds the part(s) on rotating spindles that are lowered into a rapidly moving tub of abrasive media. The most common abrasive media used is a fine, granular aluminum oxide. Other choices for media are pre-shaped plastic, ceramic, steel, corn cob and walnut shell. The abrasive media swiftly flows over the part(s) as it rotates in the tub removing sharp edges and improving surface finishes. The media moves at up to 1000 surface feet per minute past the part. This is a very aggressive process and cycle times are often less than one minute per part, per spindle. The process is very repeatable, and these machines are often used for high-precision components.

Various applications include shafts, transmission components, gears, aerospace parts, medical parts, automotive parts, firearm components, bearing races, etc. These machines are custom configured to meet individual customer’s requirements.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model No.	# of Spindles	Tub Diameter (In)	Maximum Part Diameter (In)	Max Tub Speed (SFM)	Tub Drive (HP)	Overall Dimensions (In)
S2-30	2	30	2.5	2000	5	55 x 38 x 55
S2F-36	2	36	6	1000	7.5	112 x 56 x 65
S2F-48	2	48	16	900	10	120 x 64 x 65
S2F-48CRA	2	48	16	900	10	120 x 75 x 65
S2F-48DRA	2	48	8.5	900	20	120 x 75 x 75
1SF-48	1	48	30	900	15	92 x 123 x 93