NEW! Roland MDX-40R a complete 4 axis desktop prototype milling machine

The New Roland MDX-40 is here from Roland DG UK Ltd. The MDX-40 is a desktop Subtractive Rapid Prototyping (SRP) system that offers product designers a major advantage in their design process. At less than half the cost of most additive systems, you can produce prototypes out of a wider variety of non-proprietary materials with greater precision and better surface finish. Patrick Thorn works for Roland Direct  Roland's MDX-40R SRP technology: Creates the most accurate prototypes for complex snap-fits for minimal capital outlay Proves part manufacturability better than additive methods Handles a wide variety of materials and generates a smooth surface finish Fourth Rotary Axis for unattended two- and four-sided milling Bundled 4-axis CAM software Large 305 x 305 x 105mm work volume High-speed 15,000 rpm spindle for creating detailed features with fine tools   NOW! only £ 5,995.00 plus delivery and VAT Come for a Demonstration - Call 01784 466474   The key points to your success SRP® Technology Subtractive Rapid Prototyping (SRP) has several advantages over traditional additive rapid prototyping. SRP devices cost significantly less while producing prototypes out of a wider variety of non-proprietary materials with greater precision and better surface finish. Functional Prototypes Like all Roland SRP devices, the MDX-40 can mill a wide range of low cost, non-proprietary materials including ABS, delrin, nylon, and tooling board. This lets engineers create functional prototypes to test how well products will actually work. Handled by market focus groups, these prototypes must perform like the final manufactured product and survive a barrage of physical tests, including thermal and structural trials. For example, toothbrush prototypes undergo testing for hand fit, brush reach and handle deflection. Rotary 4th Axis included With its rotary 4th axis, the MDX-40 performs both unattended two and four-sided milling. When one side is completed, the part is automatically rotated until all four sides have been milled. This saves engineers the time and reduces errors associated with rotating objects by hand. A well as indexing, continuous rotary control is also included. High Precision The MDX-40's hi-precision spindle decreases vibration within the unit and produces extremely accurate models. It achieves resolutions up to 0.002mm per step and creates the most accurate prototypes for complex snap-fits. With ISO15448 standard collets to hold industrial tooling, the MDX-40 also generates a smooth surface finish that requires little to no post finishing work. Speedy Production Roland SRP MDX-40 can make parts very quickly with minimal or zero post finishing. According to Todd Grimm's independent study of RP systems, the SRP process saves time by producing parts that are smooth and precise right off the machine. Additive systems, on the other hand, typically require time-consuming post finishing processes. Bundled Software MODELA Player 4 is a CAM software application that accepts IGES, DXF and STL files exported from the most popular industrial 3D CAD software programs. Virtual MODELA enables simulation of finished 3D models and accurately estimates machining production time. 3rd party CAM software may support the MDX40 if they have an approved post processor. Perfect Office Fit The MDX-40 is a compact desktop mill that fits nicely in any office. It comes with an emergency stop switch that shuts down the machine at the push of a button. The included safety cover makes the cutting mechanism inaccessible during operation and keeps dust out of the surrounding environment. Built with passion Roland do not sell any machines, they make them. Roland's international ISO certification is your quality assurance. Like all Roland products, the MDX-40 was designed and manufactured at a state-of-the-art, ISO-certified facility. Roland builds all products at its Advanced Digital Factory one at a time by a single assembler, just like a Rolls Royce. Attention to detail is given the highest priority.     So easy to use !   Rotary 4th axis and tool length sensor are included   A perfect companion for your desktop computer not included in package

Main specification

Acceptable materials Acrylic, Polyacetal, ABS, Delrin, Nylon, Perspex, Wood, Wax, Epoxy and Modeling Boards X,V, and Z operational strokes 305 (X) x 305(V) x 105 (Z) mm. Distance from spindle tip to table Maximum 125 mm Table size 305 (W) x 305 (D) mm Loadable workpiece weight 4Kg XYZ-axis motor Stepping motor Feed rate 0.1 to 50 mm/sec. XY-axis 0.1 to 30 mm/sec. Z-axis Software resolution 0.01 mm/step Mechanical resolution 0.002 mm/step Spindle motor DC brushless motor, Maximum 100W Spindle type Modeling spindle Spindle rotation 4500 to 15000 rpm Tool chuck 6mm Collet Standard (Optional collet set available for other sizes) Interface USB connector, sensor connector, expansion connector Power supply Voltage and frequency AC1 00 to 240 ± 10%, 50/60 Hz Required power capacity 2.1 A Power consumption Approx. 210W Acoustic noise level No-load operation 56 dB (A) or less, (According to lS07779) Standby 42 dB (A) or less (According to lS07779) Overall dimensions 669 (W) x 760 (D) x 554 (H) mm Weight 66 Kg Packed dimensions 785 (W) x 885 (D) x 735 (H) mm Packed weight 73 Kg Operation temperature 5° to 40°C Operation humidity 35 to 80% (no condensation) Accessories Power cord, collet, sensor, hexagonal screw drivers, spanners, Software Package CD-ROM, MODELA Player4 CD-ROM, users manual, Roland Package_installation and_setup guide,_MODELA_Player4_installation and_setup guide Included Rotary Axis Unit Max. angle of rotation ±18*105° (+/- 5000 revolutions) Loadable workpiece size Items within the range of a 42.5 mm radius from the center of the rotary axis by 135 mm long Workpiece thickness holdable By workpiece chuck 12 to 40 mm Loadable workpiece weight 0.5 kg (Maximum workpiece moment of inertia 6x10-4 kgm2) Controlled axis 4-axis control (3-axis simultaneous control) Max Feed rate 11.79 rpm Mechanical resolution 0.0225 deg. Dimensions 357 (W) x 305 (D) x 129 (H) mm Weight 6.2 kg Included items Y-origin sensors (large and small), Z-origin sensor, Y-origin detection pin, center drill, live center, hexagonal wrench, cap screws (for securing Z-origin sensor), user's manual Computer requirements Operating system Windows XP (Pro or Home edition) /Windows 2000 CPU Pentium 4 or equivilent recommended with CD ROM & spare USB Port (Not Hub) Memory (RAM) Recommendation of 1 GB ( although 512Mb will work OK) Necessary hard disk capacity for installation. Recommendation of 300 MB for all Roland included software

Note user requires 3D CAD software that can produce a 3D IGES(Mesh), STL or DXF formated design files, MODELA Player 4 can read this data and process the design for cutting on the Roland machine.

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