News | May 6, 2015

New MU-8000V 5-Axis Vertical Machining Center Delivers Versatility And Superior Accuracy

Charlotte, NC - Okuma's new MU-8000V vertical machining center is excellent for 5-axis multi-sided machining. Standard ball-screw cooling and a highly rigid left-right, mobile trunnion table support high precision and power. The low center of gravity in workpiece movement gives this machine the ability to machine difficult materials and a wide range of workpieces.

This workhorse is available with a standard No. 40 or 50 spindle, providing a configuration for nearly any 5-axis job. An in-machine coil chip conveyor allows for safe, reliable chip discharge. Close proximity of the spindle and control panel in addition to easy access to the workpiece give this machine superior operator functionality.

Maximum productivity is achieved with a wide array of automation options. The unique design places the pallet changes at the back of the machine, allowing easy connection to a PALLETACE flexible manufacturing system, pallet pool, large capacity ATC and robots to deliver high productivity in addition to high accuracy.

The MU-8000V can be equipped with Okuma's exclusive Super-NURBS function, enabling high feed rates and ultra-fine finishes. Optional Machining Navi monitors cutting conditions and displays optimal spindle speed to eliminate chatter. 5-Axis Auto Tuning achieves higher accuracies by automatically measuring and correcting machine misalignments in minutes. Okuma's Thermo-Friendly Concept and Collision Avoidance System are standard Intelligent Technologies to ensure this 5-axis machining center performs consistently from the first part to the last, regardless of warm up time or ambient temperatures and the machine is protected from potentially harmful crashes. 

Key Features of the New Okuma MU-8000V 
Axis Travels X/Y/Z mm (in) 1450/1050/600 (57/41.3/23.6) 
C-Axis degrees 360 infinite 
Rapid Traverse m/min (ipm) X,Y,Z: 50 (1969) 
Rapid A/C rpm 30/90 
Maximum Load kg (lb) 700 (1,540) 

Source: Okuma America Corporation