EW Spring 08: Hyper Quadrex


	Mazak's Newest Multi-Tasking Machine

Mazak Hyper Quadrex: Designed for High Performance Multi-Tasking

Mazak's new HYPER QUADREX 150MSY, featured at their recent Open House, was designed for high performance multi-tasking of cylindrical and prismatic parts completed from bar stock. Intelligent functions provide smooth machine setups and effective machining as well as productive unmanned continuous operation when used with a bar feeder and work unloader. The Hyper Quadrex 150MSY will provide high productivity in the processing of a wide variety of workpieces in a small to large lot sizes.

The HYPER QUADREX features two horizontally opposed spindles for turning and C-axis control, plus two full-function tool turrets with milling capability.

With twin turrets and twin spindles, both with y-axis cutting capabilities, users gain innovative process opportunities. The main and secondary spindles can operate together or separately. Both can work on the same part at the same time, a single part to be machined on all surfaces through a coordinated “hand-off” between spindles, or two different parts can be machined simultaneously on one machine. Each turret offers a full complement of 12 VDI-type tools, including 7.5-Hp, 6,000-rpm live spindles for milling, drilling and tapping operations.

Mazak Hyper Quadrex

The Hyper Quadrex under power at the Mazak open house.

The Benefits of Multi-Tasking:

Reduces direct cost – fewer machines, fixtures and tools as well as less labor
Reduces indirect costs – less floor space, utilities and maintenance
Slashes non-value added time, multiple set-ups, part handling and queue times
Compresses lead-time – from days or weeks to hours
Improves cash flow – smaller, frequent shipments on customer demand
Reduces work-in-process (WIP) inventories – releasing cash for operations or investments
Improves part accuracy – no tolerance build-up from multiple set-ups
Reduces lot sizes with no cost penalty
Runs “lights out” – automated runs mean more cutting time with no added labor

Several Intelligent Functions are built into the HYPER QUADREX 150 MSY to ensure safe and efficient operation. One is Virtual Machining, which creates and executes an accurate 3D simulation of the cutting program to minimize test cuts and check for tool interferences. Intelligent Safety Shield is a 3D model of all machine, chuck, turret, tooling and workpiece elements that checks for all possible interferences, shutting down the drives as obstacles are identified. Mazak Voice Advisor verbally reminds the operator through the Mazatrol Matrix CNC about selected switch settings and cautionary considerations.

If you’d like to learn more about the HYPER QUADREX and how it can help you improve your throughput and productivity, contact your Machinery Systems Inc. sales engineer.

Hyper Quadrex SERIES	150MSY
Max. Machining Diameter	11.42"
Travel (X1- / Y1- / Z1-axis)	(6.89" / 4" / 20.47")
Travel (X2- / Y2- / Z2-axis)	(4.37" / 2.76" / 22.83")
Floor Space Requirement	112.7" x 90.2"
Tool Storage Capacity (Upper / Lower)	12 / 12
Spindle (30 min. rating)	5,000 rpm (20hp)
Second Spindle (30 min. rating)	6,000 rpm (15hp)
Bar Work Capacity	2.56"


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