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The DVF 4000 is for shops that want an integrated 5-axis solution for virtually any part that previously required multiple operations or setups. It comes standard with a 15,000rpm direct coupled spindle, powered by a 24.8hp (18.5kW) motor generating 87.1 ft-lbs (118N•m) of torque. A FANUC 31i-B5 Plus control makes full 5-axis simultaneous control possible, giving complete contouring capabilities. It features a 400mm diameter built-in rotary table with a zero-backlash roller gear cam design for superior rigidity and speed. The rotary table is designed for ease of use and consummate work efficiency, minimizing interference as the part is machined. An 8- or 12-pallet auto work changer (AWC) provides additional productivity by offering up pallets to feed the machine for unattended machining.

The oil-cooled spindle controls heat to minimize thermal issues. A Z-axis thermal compensation feature collects real-time data from six sensors throughout the machine to automatically calculate compensation.

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Each DVF Series machine comes equipped with a 40-tool servo-driven automatic tool changer. For even more versatility, 60- and 120-tool magazines are available.

hyperMILL 2023 CAD/CAM software suite offers users new enhanced features for more powerful, simplified NC programming in applications ranging from 2.5D machining to 5-axis milling.

For easy programming of recurring shapes with a single click, hyperMILL 2023 has a general transformation pattern feature which uses a selected reference geometry and searches for the same reference in other models regardless of spatial orientation, creating a general transformation pattern including associated frames.

A 2.5D back boring machining strategy enables back boring tasks to be programmed conveniently and easily on machines with different kinematics. Toolholders, inserts, and monobloc tools are displayed one-to-one in the virtual machine and checked for collisions. Programming the controller for countersinking, deburring, and milling tools on the once inaccessible back side of a hole now can be done with ease.

An enhanced milling surface extension is offered for 3D Z-level shape finishing and 3D profile finishing strategies, ensuring high-quality and reliable surface extensions when required, even with complex geometries. Users can easily protect sharp edges and divide up machining areas, especially useful for creating high-quality surfaces in tool and moldmaking when combined with a smooth overlap feature.

New for hyperMILL MILL-TURN capability, smooth overlap is available for optimizing finishing paths in turning. This function enables flawless transitions when multiple tools or orientations are required for machining, and approach/retract macros can be used normally.

Now, the NC optimizer feature in the hyperMILL virtual machining strategy optimizes fixed rotary and parallel axes by automatically locating a kinematically correct and collision-free solution.

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