Utilizing a computer-controlled rotary table can turn the original 3-axis machine tools into 5-axis CNC machines, expanding the accuracy as well as decreasing the costs while performing complex machining operations at one time.😉   What is the purpose of rotary table? A rotary table is a precision work positioning device used in metalworking. It enables the operator to drill or cut work at exact intervals around a fixed (usually horizontal or vertical) axis.   How do you choose a rotary table? With different types of rotary indexing tables available, it is important to choose the one that fits your machining needs and requirements. Consider the size, load capacity, accuracy, speed, cost, types of applications, compatibility with equipment, and manufacturer reputation when selecting a rotary indexing table.   What are main types of rotary table? Worm Drive Table (Worm and Worm Gear) Roller GearTable (Ball Drive) Torque Motor Table (Direct Drive) What is option of rotary table? For example 3-jaw chuck , Quill tailstock ,Rotary tailstock ,Hydraulic system and so on. Depend on your machining demands.   What brand does Maple-Tech adopt? Detron , Ganro , TJR, JingYi Above brands provide for your reference, depend on your preference.

What does maple adopt fixtures and jig in manufacturing process? Usually use milling vise , 3 jaw chuck and T-slot clamping kit like below photo. When machining process needed to trim some work piece or parts, Maple will do fixing with these three tools. Why do you need fixture and jig? Jigs and fixtures are frequently utilized in CNC machining to ensure precision, accuracy, and quality of CNC machined components. These are both types of engineered tooling designed to hold things in place during machining. The ability to hold things in place makes jigs and fixtures work holders for CNC machining. While both of these terms are commonly used interchangeably, there are differences between them. What is a fixture? A fixture is a device used to hold your workpiece in place while it’s machined. A fixture needs to be rigid, precise, and able to withstand the heat generated and coolant or oils used during machining. Rigid, accurate, and repeatable part holding is key to ensuring precision and accuracy of CNC machined parts. What is common types of fixtures ? 1.T-Slots 2. Milling Vise 3. Modular Fixture and Quick Change Solutions 4. Custom Made Fixtures Below video show how we machine work piece with milling vise on work table. What is a jig? While jig as a noun can mean a lively dance with leaping movements, we’re talking about machining jigs or manufacturing jigs. Moreover, a jig serves as a guide for machining tools to cut at required locations while increasing the productivity of the manufacturing process. Jigs are usually smaller than fixtures but typically require more customization, design, and machining  to produce, and so are more expensive than fixtures. Jigs are more commonly used for simple processes like drilling, reaming, boring, and tapping. What is common types of jigs ? 1. Drill Jigs 2. Box Jig 3. Angle Plate Jig 4. Sandwich Jig 5. Channel Jig 6. Special Process Jigs      

Some refer to through-spindle coolant as “coolant through the spindle” or simply CTS.Whatever you call it, CTS works just as its name implies. The machine builder installs a rotary union at the top of the spindle, some plumbing and hoses, and voila, so that your cutting tools would be cooled and well-lubricated. 😉   Why do you need CTS system? When the machine is processed, high-temperature water vapor will be generated, and the water vapor on the surface of the workpiece will isolate the adhesion of cutting fluid, resulting in a very low effect of cooling the workpiece or tool. If you would like to make sure machine and tools’ durability, try to adopt CTS system.Below we will know what CTS is and why we need it in machining process.   What is spindle through coolant? CTS is used in areas where it is necessary to control the temperature, humidity and filtration. The range was developed in accordance with quality standard and with certified mechanical properties, in search of lower energy consumption to respect the environment. By forcing coolant through the tip of the rotary tool, spindle through coolant (CTS) can prevent damage to workpieces, reduce cycle time, and extend the life of your tool. Depending on the application, coolant can be water-based, petroleum-based, or an emulsion of oil and water.   What is the advantage of CTS system ? CTS improves tool life, allows both deep hole drilling and blind pocket milling. It also allows high speeds and reduces cycle time.   What is the bar value of CTS meaning? From 6 , 20 ,30 ,50 to 70 bars. The higher the number of bars, the greater the pressure. You could choose CTS system according to the size of processed iron filings and material.   What brand does Maple-Tech adopt? CHUANG FONG CO., LTD.   During low-pressure machining, it is necessary to return the knife from time to time, and the cutting water can remove the iron filings in the hole. The processing process is more time-consuming. In high-pressure machining, there is no need to return the knife. The cutting water can directly hit the processing point and remove the iron filings directly, which can improve the processing efficiency.

If you want to boost the performance of machine and make it #keeponturning, Here’s some ideas 😉 👉 Linear scales. Linear encoders provide the highest measurement accuracy possible. Since linear encoders measure distance directly, leadscrew accuracy and backlash are not a factor in the measurement system. 👉 Tool life management function. With an early detection of the tool breakage, you will prevent damage to machine components. In addition, you will improve the quality of the workpieces and reduce the tooling cost. 👉 Oil skimmer. Having the coolant clean is indispensable for maintaining your machine´s performance. With an oil skimmer you will remove contaminants avoiding issues in your machine, keeping your production quality at the highest level. We have introduced Linear scale and tool management before, today let’s know more details of oil skimmer: The oil skimmer is also known as the patron saint of the water tank. What does oil skimmer do? Oil skimmer is a machine that removes floating oil and grease from liquid. The floating oil adheres to skimming media, such as a belt, tube, rope, mop, or disk. The media then runs back to the machine to be wiped clean. What are the advantages and disadvantages of oil skimmer? Although suction skimmers are generally very efficient, one disadvantage is that they are vulnerable to becoming clogged by debris and ice and require constant skilled observation. Suction skimmers do not do very well in rough or choppy water because the wave action will force more water than oil into the skimmer. How efficient is an oil skimmer? As the discs, drum or brushes are rotated through the skimmer head oil is collected in the central sump on a continuous basis. The skimmers have high efficiency - up to 99 percent! Speed can be varied to optimize efficiency according to conditions. What brand does Maple-Tech adopt? 👉Brand : Well Plum -Taiwan brand       What type of oil skimmer does Maple adopt in machining center?      👉Disk Type Oil Skimmer                              

Automatic tool changer often referred to as an ATC, is used to improve both the production and the tool carrying capacity of a computerized numerical control or CNC machine tool. It does this by allowing machine to work with various different tools. As such it is part of the process to achieve full automation. A simple CNC machine will be made to work with a single tool. More complex machines are capable of working with larger numbers of tools. However, for a machine to use more tools that an ATC must be provided. The array of tools are stored within a magazine which allows the machine to access a wider variety of them without the need for an operator.   What does ATC consist of? Automatic tool changer is generally comprised of a base, arms with a gripper, a tool holder and a support arm as well as the tool magazines.   How does ATC mechanism works? First, the automatic tool changing command is given. The tool that is going to be changed moves into the tool change position. The ATC arm then moves into the position so it can pick up the tool. One gripper arm moves the new tool to the turret while a second removes the old tool.   Why do we use ATC in machining center? 1. It could speed up the time of changing knives. 2. It could use the program to track the tool. 3. It could ensure the safety of knives.   How many common type of ATC in machining center? 1.Umbrella Type 2.Disk Type / Arm Type 3.Chain Type   What common type and brand does Maple-Tech adopt? Brand : DEX or SANJET Type : 20t UmbrellaType or 24-30t Disk Type  

What type screw does Maple adopt ? There are three type of screw in market : 1.Ball screw 2.Lead screw 3.Feed screw Maple adopts ball screw to make our machine model.   What are ball screw composition? (1)Screw shaft (2) Nuts (3) Steel ball (4) Fixing seat (5) Wiper (6) Return pipe   Advantages of ball screw? (1) Small coefficient of friction (2) High positioning accuracy (3) Long life (4) High-speed operation and forward and reverse rotation Application of ball screw? (1)Precision machine tool (2)Industrial machinery (3)Electromechanical (4)Conveying machinery (5)Aerospace industry (6)Others   What size of ball screw’s pitch? Maple adopts 12mm as standard. If you wanna upgrade rapid feed rate from 36/36/36 to 48/48/48m/min , there’s necessary to upgrade ball screw’s pitch from 12 to 16mm.   What brand ball screw does Maple adopt ? Maple adopts HIWIN and PMI made in Taiwan.  

What type guideway does Maple adopt ? Maple adopts linear guideway to make our machine model mostly. What features does linear guideway have ? 1.High positional accuracy 2.Long life with high motion accuracy 3.High speed motion is possible with low driving force 4.Equal loading capacity in all directions 5.Easy installation 6.Easy lubrication 7.Interchangeability What brand guideway does Maple adopt ? Maple adopts HIWIN and PMI made in Taiwan. These brands are reputable and durable so that we could make sure machine model’s quality. You could distinguish these two brands by slide blocks’ color:   Green is HIWIN   Black is PMI   How does linear guideway works ? AC motor works =>Ball crew rolls =>Slide blocks moves on the Linear guideway X and Y axis linear guideway takes working table to move horizontally. Z axis linear guideway takes spindle to move vertically. Linear guideways are frequently utilized in a variety of industries. They are designed to sustain the movement and load of a piece of equipment in a vertical or horizontal direction. Also efficiently transfers weights along a predetermined horizontal or vertical course with the least amount of friction or resistance. Does Maple adopts box guideway ? Which machine model? Yes, Maple adopts box guideway in M-One series. If compared to linear guideway , you prefer box guideway more. Never hesitate, just contact Maple to take M-One series’ details. We could always meets your needs.

In response to the global trend of automated processing, Maple provides you with the following options to enhance your business advantages.   Bar Feeder Designed for continuous processing, long bar feeders automatically feed bars of various shapes (round, square, hexagonal) into spindles.   Robotic Arm                 Reduce human errors and improve production efficiency.               Precisely control the filling amount to ensure consistent filling and improve quality.               Reduce manpower requirements and reduce labor costs.   Lathe Automatic Parts Loader   Reduce factory costs and reduce the need for manual operations while improving the safety of the production process because robotic arms can operate in hazardous or hard-to-reach areas   Maple possesses the adaptability and precision to fulfill your specific requirements. Our team is committed to delivering solutions tailored to your unique needs, ensuring seamless integration and exceptional performance.

What is linear scale function in machine? Measure machining position and moving distance There are several types of linear scale. 1. distinguish from outer form : Open or Enclose Type 2. distinguish from scale value : Incremental or Absolute Type Which type is common use in machining center? Enclose Absolute Linear scale Enclose form will keep settle parts safe away from coolant fluid ,oil and chips. Absolute value will achieve direct machining position and distance.   Which common brand is common use in Maple-Tech? Maple adopts the brand : Fagor made in Spain and Heidenhain made in Germany. Where does linear scale in machining center? X-axis : set on the front side of worktable Y-axis : set on machine base Z-axis : set on machine stance   How does linear scale works? Use the optical principle to measure the beam reflection to determine the position to achieve high-precision positioning and measurement.

                              With F.R.L and Lubricator system, machine could always work with pneumatic and lubrications. Where are these two system in machine model? They are designed to put together in right side of machine, so that they could test and check  whether there is anything that needs to be adjusted. What are the three points in F.R.L system? (1) Filter (2) Regulator (3) Lubricator   How does F.R.L system works? Air entry into F-filter : It will filter the water, oil and dust in the air first and then enter the Regulator. During the R-Regulator : It will do voltage regulation and then into Lubricator. Through the L-Lubricator : It will bring oil into pneumatic tools to lubricate them.   Which F.R.L. system brand does Maple adopt? Maple adopts the brand - AIRTAC which is made in Taiwan. What is the function of lubricator system? Always add oil to everywhere inside machine body automatically. For example : linear guideway rails ,slide block , ball screws and so on …   Which lubricator system brand does Maple adopt? Maple adopts the brand - ISHAN and CHEN YING which is made in Taiwan.