Product Guide - Anca

Product Guide

TX7+ The tough production performer
TX7+Xchanger
ANCA’s TX7+ universal grinder is the result of 20
years of intensive R&D and implementing customer
feedback. The basis of the powerful TX7+ is our
ability in CNC technology, mechanical and electrical
design and software engineering. It is a machine
that is an industry benchmark in CNC tool grinding.
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At a glance
Application diversity to cover a broad
spectrum of cutting tools.
Suitable for heavy-duty manufacturing or
reconditioning precision cutting and drilling
tools.
Automatic wheel changer allows up to eight
grinding wheels in one set-up.
Wide variety of work holding and support
tooling to meet individual needs.
Variety of automation solutions for increased
unattended operation.
37 kW (49 hp) peak spindle power.
Integrated dresser roll on the headstock.
The ultimate
automation solution
The TX7+Xchanger was engineered to be a robust,
reliable solution for tool manufacturers who
specialize in long production runs or highly complex
shapes. The heart of the machine is a mechanism
for automatically changing wheel packs in-process.
Machine operators can now select from up to 64
different wheels mounted on 16 packs and make
the change quickly without having to come in
contact with the wheels.
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All the advantages of the TX7+ universal
grinder.
Coolant manifold and wheel pack are changed
in one operation.
Capability up to 12 kg per wheel pack.
Wheel diameter up to 202 mm (8”).
Servo-driven axes for quick and precise
exchanging
Compatible with existing ANCA accessories
such as workholding and tool support.
Integrates with ANCA automation options
such as robot and pallet loaders.

RX7
GX7
The compact manufacturing machine
Although the RX7 is a compact grinder, it has the
power, strength and working envelope usually
found in much larger grinders. Its small footprint
is the result of the innovative design and technical
expertise that typifies ANCA CNC grinders.
This unique mechanical concept features a
double ended, bi-directional spindle. Two wheel
packs positioned at either end of the spindle
provide greater wheel selection and access to the
workpiece.
The cost-effective sharpening machine
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Compact with strength, power and versatility.
Equally efficient for single-tool and large
volume production.
Three automatic tool-loading options.
Double-ended spindle gives the freedom of
using up to eight wheels on a job.
Software flexibility that enables the RX7 to be
used for a wide range of applications.
Unbeatable price/performance relationship.
19 kW (26 hp) spindle
ANCA’s GX7 CNC tool and cutter grinder is an
entry-level sharpening machine. It offers both
flexibility and speed to tackle a wide range of
different high precision cutting and drilling tools in
one set-up. It is equally productive on single-tool
jobs as well as on batch tools of different types and
geometries.
Being based on the RX7, the GX7 has proven
pedigree, which makes it the perfect sharpening
package for the toughest tool shop requirements.
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An ideal match for the requirements of
sharpening businesses.
Flexibility and speed to handle a range of
different tools in one set-up.
High-level ergonomics for optimal operator
access.
A wide range of tooling accessories including
automatic tool loading.
ANCA industry-proven software and
technology.
9.5 kW (12.7 hp) spindle.

WGX
TapX
The dedicated woodworking tool machine
The WGX was designed to meet the specific
needs of the woodworking tool industry. Through
collaboration with a variety of different companies,
ANCA was able to assess their requirements and
create a grinder that provided best-fit solutions.
They wanted specific software to grind routers,
profile blades and drills, short set-up times, rigid
work holding and a variety of loader options. ANCA
delivered all of that, plus a few enhancements of
our own. Being fitted with ANCA’s base iGrind
software platform, WGX also provides the versatility
of grinding metal-cutting tools as well.
At a glance
Dedicated software package.
The ability to grind blades as well as roundshank
tools.
Short change-over and set-up times.
Flexible loading and automation solutions.
Compact RX7-based design.
Equally efficient for small or large batch runs.
9.5 kW or optional 19 kW spindle.
The complete tap manufacturing solution
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ANCA’s TapX is a revolution in tap design and
manufacture. Now, in a single compact set-up,
once machine can perform the entire scope of tap
manufacturing processes from blank to finished
product.
Flexibility is the key feature of the tap grinding
process on the TapX. Specially-designed tooling
combined with the powerful iTap software ensures
a vast array of tap types and sizes can be designed
and manufactured on the one machine, and that
means greater productivity and shorter lead-times.
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An impressive suite of dedicated tap and flute
design software.
Short change-over and set-up times.
Design and manufacturing flexibility to
produce a wide range of tap types.
Flexible wheel-dressing options.
On-machine wheel balancing.
Ideal for small or large volume batch runs.
37 kW (49 hp) spindle.

PGX+
SBG
The efficient punch-grinding machine
The specialist stick-blade grinder
Now upgraded to 5DX standard, the PGX+ is more
than ever the optimal CNC punch-grinding machine.
Tuned to the needs of the punch tool industry,
the PGX+ features a large 762 mm (30”) grinding
wheel and 22 kW (30 HP) direct-drive spindle,
which combine to provide high stock removal with
reduced wheel wear.
The PunchCAM software provides the operator
with a catalogue of standard round and non-round
shapes to choose from, but the PGX+ is not limited
to punches alone. It is equally efficient at grinding
orthapaedic shapes such as knee joint components
and bone rasps.
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Extremely rigid and powerful.
Short cycle time and CNC-programmable
wheel speed.
Maximum torque over wide RPM range.
Manual swivel work head.
Large grinding wheel means less dressing is
required.
The ANCA SBG was designed specially to grind
stick-blades that are used in hypoid and spiral bevel
gear manufacture. Its success is owed to its ability
to easily meet the precision performance levels
demanded by the automotive industry world-wide.
The dedicated SBG software has been developed to
manufacture or recondition ARCON, SPIRON, RSR,
TRI-AC and PENTAC blade types. The user interface
accepts the same blade geometry format used in
the automotive industry. Existing summary files for
stick-blades can be loaded directly into the SBG.
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Dedicated machine for stick-blade grinding.
Specialised grinding software.
Customised workpiece holding.
Manufacture or recondition stick-blades.
A variety of automation options for
unattended operation.
Size-compensation interface for data from
external measuring systems.
37 kW (49 hp) spindle.

Software Innovations that changed an industry
iView is a measuring tool that is able to measure the ground tool
whilst it is still in the workholding on the machine. The image of
the ground tool as taken by the iView camera is compared with an
ideal overlay shape generated by the software. The tool size can
then be compensated automatically based on the overlay.
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Eliminates the need to remove a tool from the grinder in
order to check the dimensions.
Reduces errors caused by relocating and manually
compensating.
300x and 100x magnification options.
Provides measuring accuracy to 2.0 microns.
Includes the capability to be transferred to other ANCA
machines.
ANCA CIM3D was the first true 3D tool for simulation of a
grinding process for a CNC tool and cutter grinder. This powerful
tool saves time when designing the tool geometry, optimising
grinding wheel shapes and developing the grinding process.
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iFlute is a stand-alone Windows NT/XP-based application that
provides a powerful environment for designing both grinding
wheel and flute profiles. iFlute demonstrates the impact of
grinding wheel shapes on the flute profile and also calculates the
ideal wheel shape for a given flute profile.
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US Pat. 6341996
Tool geometry data is taken directly from the machine’s user
interface.
The resulting model can be freely moved, zoomed or rotated
for the user to view every single detail of the tool.
The software provides a realistic simulation of the grinding
path and the finished tool, which cuts down on development
time.
Machine components are also simulated so potential
collisions are highlighted off the grinder.
3D-model wheel shapes and flute profiles.
Export wheel shapes in DXF file format for use on a wheel
dresser or to send to a wheel manufacturer.
Export flute shapes in DXF file format.
Generate wheel shapes that guarantee constant hook.
Import wheel pack definitions from ANCA’s wheel editor.

Automation Efficiency and productivity
Pallet Loaders
As the name suggests, this family of loaders stores blanks and
finished tools in pallets inside the loading cell. This means that
the pallet of tools can be removed from the machine and replaced
quickly, rather than have to unload each tool individually. The
machine can continue to operate with minimal downtime.
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The CLX is a unique loading system that is fully-contained within
the machine canopy. It it designed to be a low-cost solution for
customers seeking automation and is perfect for low-volume
production runs. A CLX can be installed on new RX7, GX7 and
WGX CNC grinders.
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Robot Loader
The Fanuc LR Mate 200 ib robot loader adds a level of flexibility
not possible with other automation solutions. Its dexterity and
precision makes it ideal for loading complex-shaped parts that
usually present problems for conventional loading systems.
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Available in standard, compact PLX and profile blade
models.
Operates with ANCA Loadermate software, which means
tool types can be mixed in the same loading batch.
High pallet capacities.
Capable of loading a wide variety of tool types.
CLX - Compact Loader
No independent axes, which reduces cost.
Can be configured to load round shank tools, inserts or
profile blades.
No increase in footprint over the machine base.
Automatic loading allows more effective use of work force.
Accommodates round-shank tools from 6 mm to 25 mm in
diameter.
Proven Fanuc reliability.
Designed with high levels of safety and ergonomics.
Easily adapted to other operations such as laser-etching or
basic size gauging.
Can be used on any ANCA machine tool.

www.anca.com
ANCA Pty Ltd
25 Gatwick Road
Bayswater North
Victoria 3153
AUSTRALIA
Tel +61 3 9751 8200
ozinfo@anca.com.au
ANCA GmbH
Alois-Senefelder-Str. 4
68167 Mannheim
GERMANY
Tel +49 621 338100
gerinfo@anca.com.au
ANCA (UK) Ltd
2 Eastwood Business Village
Harry Weston Road
Coventry CV3 2UB
UNITED KINGDOM
Tel +44 2476 44 7000
ukinfo@anca.com.au
ANCA Italia
Via Retrone, 39
36077 Altavilla Vicentina (VI)
ITALY
Tel +39 0444 341 642
itinfo@anca.com.au
ANCA Inc.
31129 Century Drive
Wixom
Michigan 48393
USA
Tel +1 248 926 4466
usainfo@anca.com.au
ANCA do Brasil
Rua Francisco Ferreira Leão 377
Sorocaba 18040 330
São Paulo
BRASIL
Tel +55 15 3221 5512
brinfo@anca.com.au
ANCA (Thailand) Ltd
Eastern Seaboard Industrial Estate,
No. 109/20 Moo 4,
Tambon Pluakdaeng,
Amphur Pluakdaeng,
Rayong 21140
THAILAND
Tel (+66) 03895 9252
thainfo@anca.com.au
ANCA Machine Tool (Shanghai) Co. Ltd
Suite B, Ground Floor Building South
168 Meisheng Road Waigaoqiao FTZ
Shanghai
CHINA
Tel +86 21 5868 2940
chinfo@anca.com.au
ANCA Japan
30-6-1 Sakuragaoka-cho
Owariasahi-shi
Aichi-ken
JAPAN 488-0859
Tel +81 561 53 8543
japinfo@anca.com.au
Bayswater
Manufacturing
Plant
Victorian Exporter of the Year
Large Advanced Manufacturer Award
Innovation Excellence Award
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