Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and features of the Matrix TE-0550 External Thread Grinder, a product of Matrix Machine Tool (Coventry) Limited, known for over 100 years of innovation in manufacturing
grinding machines.
Standard Features: The machine includes a Siemens CNC Control System, Direct Drive Wheel Head Spindle, Chiller System, Matrix ProfileMate Software, Automatic Wheel Balancing, Air Conditioned ECC, and more. It is designed for easy setup and operation with custom thread macros and auto-load options, supporting Industry 4.0.
Machine Capacity: The machine can handle component diameters from 5mm to 150mm, with a grinding diameter of 5mm to 100mm, and a grinding length of up to 500mm. The lead range is 0 to 300mm.
CNC Control: The machine uses a Siemens 840 DSL CNC type with Sinumerik Operate and Matrix Interface, supported by a Sinamics S120 digital servo system.
Axis Specifications: - X Axis (Diameter): Slide travel of 290mm, traverse speed of 0-7 M/Min, with a dual position feedback system.
- Z Axis (Length): Slide travel of 540mm, traverse speed of 0-7 M/Min, with a dual position feedback system.
- C Axis (Work Head): Torque of 46Nm, traverse speed of 0.4-120 RPM, with a rotary encoder dual position feedback system.
Wheel Head: The grinding spindle power is 8.8 Kw at 2000 RPM, with a programmable speed range of 500-2500 RPM. It includes a built-in dynamic balancing system and supports standard wheel sizes of 13mm or 25mm with a programmable helix angle of +/- 45°.
Dressing System: The work head mounted dresser is fixed but adjustable, with a speed range of 0-6000 RPM and programmable feed rate.
Coolant System: The system has a capacity of 650 liters, featuring temperature control, separator, and centrifuge.
Machine Characteristics: The machine has an approximate gross weight of 6500 Kg and requires a floor area of 3.4m x 3.8m, including the coolant system.
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notification.