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Hardinge Quest Series - Gang/Gang Turret

Hardinge Quest Series - Gang/Gang Turret

Hardinge Quest Series - Gang/Gang Turret

Product catalog summary
Overview: The Hardinge QUEST-Series SUPER-PRECISION® turning centers are engineered for high-precision machining, offering exceptional part roundness, surface finish, and accuracy. These machines are particularly suitable for industries such as medical and aerospace, with enhanced automation and robotic parts handling capabilities.
Specifications: The series includes models with A2-4 5C and A2-5 16C spindles, featuring spindle speeds of 8,000 RPM and 5,000 RPM respectively. They ensure a part surface finish of 8 micro-inch/.20 micron and part roundness of .000015”/.40 micron, with continuous machining accuracy of .0002”/5 micron.
Features: Notable features include a patented interchangeable top plate, quick-change collet-ready spindle, and a super-stable HARCRETE® base for enhanced dynamic stability. High-precision X- and Z-axes ballscrews and linear guideways contribute to superior surface finishes and part accuracy.
Automation and Control: The QUEST-Series supports automation with options like the FANUC LR Mate 200iD robot and Mitsubishi Electric’s RV-7FL Six-Axis Robot, improving operational efficiency. Advanced CNC controls, including the Hardinge Fanuc 32i-T and Mitsubishi M70V, offer extensive programming functions and user-friendly interfaces.
Advantages: Designed for performance, the QUEST-Series machines feature grease lubrication systems, high-precision linear guideways, and advanced CNC controls. Benefits include reduced setup time, longer tool life, and lower workholding costs, making them ideal for Swiss machining operations.
Conclusion: Hardinge’s QUEST-Series turning centers are designed for high-precision, efficient machining, providing significant value through robust design, automation capabilities, and superior machining accuracy.
Specifications Overview: The document details specifications for the QUEST GT27 and QUEST CHNC 27/42 machines, both featuring collet-ready spindles with ANSI configurations of A2-4/5C and A2-5, 16C. The spindle drive system is powered by a 10hp/7.5kW AC digital motor, with speed ranges from 80 to 8,000 rpm for the GT27 and 80 to 8,000 / 50 to 5,000 rpm for the CHNC 27/42. Maximum swing diameter over the way cover is 11.760"/298.7mm for the GT27 and 17.94"/455.6mm for the CHNC 27/42.
Operational Features: Key operational features include block delete, dry run, dwell time, emergency stop, feed hold, and feedrate override (0 to 150%). The machines also support incremental jog, jog feed, machine lock, and manual pulse generator (MPG handwheel). Rapid traverse override options are available at low, 25, 50, and 100% settings.
Miscellaneous Features: The machines are equipped with an English color LCD display with a full keyboard, supporting multiple languages including French, German, Italian, and Spanish. Additional features include a graphic display, ladder diagram display, mechanical run meter, and on-screen "HELP" functions for alarms.
Inspection Specifications: The machines are inspected to ISO 230-2 standards. The part surface finish for the 5C spindle is 8 micro-inch/.20 micron, and 12 micro-inch/.30 micron for the 16C spindle. Part roundness is measured at .000015”/.38 micron for the 5C spindle and .000025”/.63 micron for the 16C spindle. Continuous machining accuracy is maintained at a total variation on diameter of .0002”/5 micron.
Cutting Conditions: Cutting conditions include spindle speeds of 1850 rpm for rough and 1250 rpm for finish, cutting depth of 0.0025", and feed rates of 0.003 ipr for rough and 0.0005 ipr for finish. Coolant is water-based and kept on during operations.
Machine Dimensions and Requirements: The machines require a power supply of 230v/33FLA/3phase, with a coolant tank capacity of 20 gallons/76 liters. Compressed air requirements are 70-90 psi, 5-6 scfm. Machine dimensions include a length with chip pan of 77.00”/1956mm and a depth of 58.63”/1489mm.
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Gang/Turret Turning Centers TURNING MILLING GRINDING WORKHOLDING ROTARY

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QUEST - Series Overview SUPER-PRECISION® QUEST - Series machines set the industry standard for part roundness, surface finish, accuracy and SPC ® Hardinge’s SUPER-PRECISION® QUEST-Series turning centers are unlike all competitive gang tool or gang turret machines in that they include our patented interchangeable top plate and world-renowned, quick-change collet-ready spindle. Since the 1980’s thousands of these machines have been installed and many are still in production holding the same accuracy as the day they were purchased! Producing high-quality parts for the medical and aerospace industries,...

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Machine Construction Headstock assembly with heavy ribbed construction allows minimal heat retention and optimum part size control. Unique Hardinge designed and built quick-change, collet-ready precision spindle. The patented interchangeable top plate mounts securely to the dovetailed cross slide. AC digital servomotors are used for the X- and Zaxes for optimal machining accuracy. Pneumatic collet closer design permits gripping of thin-walled and small, delicate parts. High-precision X- and Z-axes ballscrews and linear guideways provide superior surface finishes and part accuracy. The double-nut...

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Spindles & Top Plates Unique Hardinge Spindle Design The unique Hardinge spindle (made in Elmira, NY) sets the QUEST-Series machines apart from other Gang/Turret lathes in the industry. Shown on the left without the adapter ring, you can see the extended spindle nose giving additional tool clearance when compared to competitive machines. As standard equipment, each spindle comes with an adapter ring (seen on the left) allowing customers to conveniently mount your standard A2-4 & A2-5 chucks directly to the spindle face. Patented interchangeable top plate-standard Pre-tooled top plates can be...

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Key Features For versatile, high-precision machining Hardinge SUPER-PRECISION® Unique Hardinge® quick-change collet-ready spindle A combination of best practice design engineering, high precision manufacturing, high quality purchased components, complex software development and integration, intense testing and certification combined with the Hardinge Global knowledge and experience of producing the most difficult parts and processes known to the industry. The QUEST-Series turning centers will exceed your expectations with superior .000015”part roundness and 0.000008” (Ra) surface finish. With...

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CNC Control Hardinge® Fanuc 32i-T CNC Control Unit All the control you’ll ever need right at your fingertips SUPER-PRECISION® QUEST-Series feature a custom-designed CNC control with the latest hardware and software technology, providing an operator-friendly, common platform. Many standard features are included that other machine tool builders charge extra for—rigid tapping, tool life management, variable lead thread cutting, run time and parts counter, and Ethernet connection. Two Interpolating Axes Programmable Resolution—.000010”/.00010mm Tool Offset Capability—.000010”/.00010mm Inch/Metric...

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CNC Control Hardinge® Mitsubishi M70V Unit Mitsubishi control is now available on CHNC models The Mitsubishi M70V Series control is capable of supporting complex turning applications. This control comes packed with every option available making it easy for our customers. Mitsubishi has the industry’s leading cost vs. performance ratio allowing you to see overall lower total cost of ownership. Two Interpolating Axes Programmable Resolution—.000010”/.00010mm Tool Offset Capability—.000010”/.00010mm Inch/Metric Data Selection by G-Code 1280 Meters Part Program Storage Part Program Storage USB or...

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Specifications Collet-Ready Spindle Spindle Configuration (ANSI) Round Collet (Through Capacity) Step Chuck (Gripping Capacity) AC Digital Spindle Drive System Speed Range (1-rpm Steps)—Standard Spindle Orient—Standard 16C “Big-Bore” Spindle Option 1, 2 Spindle Configuration Round 16C Collet (Through Capacity) 16C Step Chuck (Gripping Capacity) AC Digital Spindle Drive System Speed Range (1-rpm Steps) 5C and 16C Spindles Collet Closer Stroke Hang Weight with Device and Part (Max.) Spindle Centerline Height Operator's Reach to Spindle Floor plan Capacity Swing Diameter Over Way Cover (Max.) 11.760"/298.7mm...

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