eSX 300 5-Axis Lens Grinding Machine: 5-300 mm Optics

  • Overview

    eSX 300 Overview

    Manufacture spheres, aspheres, acylinders, freeform optics and more with the eSX 300 lens grinding machine, an enhanced version of the eSX 150 platform. It features more capable tool and work spindles for companies looking to manufacture precision optics up to 300mm in diameter. Five axes of simultaneous movement (X, Y, Z, B & C) driven by the advanced Fagor 8065 CNC with user-friendly G Series make it perfect for grinding a wide variety of optical components.

    Multiple features and capabilities on the eSX 300 help optical manufacturers achieve optimal results in terms of grinding efficiency, repeatability and surface quality after grinding:

    • Better grinding: Stiff, heavy meehanite machine base to provide vibration dampening + spindle construction with high quality ceramic bearings
    • Extensive part diameter range: Large work envelope with generous axes travels
    • Faster set ups: Easy-to-use Graphical User Interface for precision optics with step-by-step process driven software (G Series)
    • Full 5-axis machining standard: Capable of CAM driven manufacturing of off-axis, non-rotationally symmetric parts as well as coring operations
    • High accuracy tool and work spindles: HSK 63 quick-change holders for less chatter
    • Process consistency: Liquid cooled spindles
    • Better process control: Direct drive spindles
    • More cutting power: Integral high torque spindle motor
    • Tooling flexibility: Accommodates a wide variety of tools, including ball tools
    • Energy efficient: Servos turn off automatically
    • Additional features available: Automatic tool and work piece probes, twin spindles, automatic tool changers, mist removal, and more

    Maximize throughput of precision optical components by implementing the capability of the eSX 300 into your manufacturing operations.

  • Specs

    eSX 300 Technical Specifications

    Optical Grinding Machine Specs* eSX 300 eSX 400 SXL 500
    Workpiece
    Optimal Dia. Range 5-300 mm (.2-11.8") 5-400 mm (.2-15.7") 10-500 mm (.4-19.6")
    Max. Plano Diameter** 350 mm (13.8") 450 mm (17.7") 550 mm (21.7")
    Max. Weight 129 kg (285 lbs.) 154 kg (340 lbs.) 154 kg (340 lbs.)
    Work Spindle
    Spindle Speed 0-250 RPM 0-200 RPM 0-200 RPM
    Hydro Expansion Chuck Standard Standard Standard
    C-Axis Position and Hold Standard Standard Standard
    Tool Spindle
    Maximum Tool Diameter 250 mm (9.8") 250 mm (9.8") 300 mm (11.8")
    Maximum Tool Weight 6 kg (13.2 lbs.) 6 kg (13.2 lbs.) 6 kg (13.2 lbs.)
    Tool Spindle Speed 1,000-18,000 RPM 1,000-18,000 RPM 1,000-12,000 RPM
    Spindle Power (Peak) 18kW (24.1hp) 18kW (24.1hp) 18kW (24.1hp)
    Tool Holder Style HSK63F HSK63F HSK63F
    Coolant Thru Spindle Optional Optional Optional
    Twin Spindle Optional N/A N/A
    Travels
    X-Axis Travel 500 mm (19.6") 500 mm (19.6") 1,200 mm (47.2")
    Y-Axis Travel 400 mm (15.7") 400 mm (15.7") 700 mm (27.6")
    Z-Axis Travel 500 mm (19.6") 500 mm (19.6") 500 mm (19.6")
    B-Axis Travel -90° to 90° -90° to 90° -90° to 90°
    C-Axis Travel 0° to 360° 0° to 360° 0° to 360°
    Communication Interface
    Ethernet Standard Standard Standard
    USB Standard Standard Standard
    Automatic Tool Changer Optional Optional Optional
    Machine Dimensions
    Width 2,110 mm (83") 2,110 mm (83") 2,570 mm (101")
    Depth 2,515 mm (99") 2,515 mm (99") 3,700 mm (146")
    Height 2,700 mm (106") 2,700 mm (106") 3,020 mm (119")
    Weight 3,400 kg (7,500 lbs) 3,400 kg (7,500 lbs) 5,750 kg (12,650 lbs)
    Workpiece Probing Standard Standard Standard
    Tool Probing Standard Standard Standard
    Integrated Spherometer Optional Optional Optional
    Asphere Fabrication Optional Optional Optional
    Freeform Fabrication Optional Optional Optional

    * Specifications subject to change. Contact OptiPro for the latest specifications.

    ** Machine is capable of manufacturing maximum plano size in small volume. For medium and large production quantities of max plano size, consider OptiPro’s larger platform.

    Machine Features

    • 5 controllable axes: X, Y, Z, B & C with up to 5 axes of simultaneous movement
    • Fagor 8065 CNC machine control with a high resolution LCD touch screen monitor and enhanced contouring package
    • Automatic tool probe and work probe for in-process monitoring
    • Menu-driven data entry screens with operator prompts for process data input minimizes set-up time
    • Graphical tool path verification increases safety by allowing operator to visualize the grinding operation step-by-step before actually running the part
    • Quick tool change and precision tool registration with the use of industry standard tapered tool holders
    • Continuous display of axes positions and distance-to-go values
    • Automatic curve correction using spherometer radius measurement input

    Optional Equipment

    • Twin spindles
    • Mist removal
    • Automatic tool changer
    • Built in handheld spherometer
    • Coolant filtration system
    • Asphere process & analysis software
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