Mikron VCP 800W Duro, VCP 1000 Duro and UCP 800 Duro

Duro stands for powerful, sturdy and enduring –and these are the strong points of this series. TheVCP/UCP Duros are very robust and versatile high-speed machining centres using advanced technolo-gies. They are suitable for a large number of differ-ent applications - from powerful roughing jobs tofine finishing tasks on 3, 4 or even 5 simultaneousaxes.

With a Mikron machining centreyou are making anoutstanding invest-

ment, because you may justifiably expect thebest solutions from Mikron, the leading spe-cialist for metal cutting machining: the highestdegree of technological progress, machineperformance, quality and service available. Itspioneering role in high-speed machining andspindle technology alone already proves thatwith Mikron you are acquiring a stake in thefuture.

One example is the new Duro series with thetwo 3-axis machines VCP 800W Duro, VCP1000 Duro, and the 5-axis version, UCP 800Duro. The intelligent machine concept of thismost robust of all Mikron high-performancemachining centres is based on a modular sys-tem of proven components that guaranteesfunctional reliability and short delivery times.The right worktables, motor spindles, processlubrication cooling systems and other optionsfor your requirements can be set up on thesturdy machine base. With a machine from theDuro series, you obtain tailor-made maximumperformances in productivity, precision andlong-term reliability, even in the case of limit-ed space conditions.

Invest in the future With a VCP 800W Duro, a VCP 1000 Duro or a UCP800 Duro, you obtain a high-performance machiningcentre with a steadfast and heavy polymer concretebase, generously dimensioned linear guides, massiverecirculating ball screws and strong feed drives,state-of-the-art control and powerful motor spindles.This guarantees the stability of its value for the entirelife of the machine.

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Your production shop of the future equipped with VCP 800W Duro, VCP 1000 Duro or UCP 800 Duro

Ideal for machining cast and construction parts

Ideal for machining forging dies and

large mould-making parts

Ideal for all complete machining jobs in regulated

operation or on 5 axes simultaneously

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The large and sturdy machine base is therobust core of this machining centre. Itcombines rigidity, stability and extremelygood vibration absorption. Onto this, thethree-axis unit is constructed.It is deliberately designed to be solid butnevertheless compact. Generously dimen-sioned linear guides are spaced wide apartin all three axes. 6 ball bearing skates eachin X and Y-axis give the best possible grip.In addition, large diameter high-precisionrecirculating ballscrews are used to trans-mit the drive forces to the axes and themassive but compact travelling slides aredesigned with very short distances be-tween each set of linear guide rails to di-rectly convey the metal cutting forces andensure excellent precision. The arrangement of the motor spindle, in-tegrated at the centre of the Z-slides andsymmetrical with the Y and X-slides, guar-antees a clean, symmetrical flow of force.

The whole construction is generously de-signed , indeed overdimensioned. It en-sures the best stability and precision, evenin the case of rough conditions, through-out a long machine life.

Swiss precision Every machining centre "Made by Mikron Nidau" has beenassembled in our air-conditioned assembly shops by qualifiedpersonnel, measured by means of a laser and submitted toextensive tests before delivery.

Bases for precision during thewhole life of the machine

Reliable tool changerThe reliable pick-up system with fixed space coding and forced

controlled feed movement is arranged to be both well-protectedand space-saving at the centre of the column. It has simple and

readily accessible loading from the rear.

Where chips flyThe metal chips fall through the spacious opening under the

worktable directly into the scraper chip conveyer. It is designed totransport a large volume of chips. The coolant

pump is integrated into the coolant tank.

Generously dimensionedHigh-precision, widely spaced linear guides in allthree axes, 6 roller-bearing skates each in X and

Y-axes, as well as 4 in the Z-axis give the bestrigidity and robustness.

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VCP 800W Duro

A three or four-axis high-performance machining centre. Thanks to the construction with the travel movementsin the tool and a stationary worktable, there are constant mass ratios for the dynamics and acceleration. The VCP800W Duro is suitable for work ranging from powerful roughing to dynamic lining and finishing tasks on freeform surfaces. It is designed to finish large and also heavy workpieces economically.

High-performance in 3-axis

Worktables adapted to your needs

The massive machine base and the modular construction make the VCP 800W Duro and the VCP 1000 Duro versatile machining centres. They can be perfectly adapted to the most varied production tasks. The massivemounting surfaces on the polymer concrete base make it possible to equip it with various worktables with largeclamping surfaces, solutions based on customer requirements are also possible. As the worktable remains station-ary the machine dynamics are not influenced, even in the case of a high workpiece weight.

Standard table for workpieces up to 1.6 t. It is available in two different lengths: 900mm and1300mm (for VCP 1000 Duro) x 600mm width. These flat tables have 9 T-slots for the secureclamping of workpieces suitable for the large working area.

The lower table option brings 150mm more Z height for optimummachining conditions for large and bulky workpieces, or in connec-tion with a dividing head.

VCP 1000 Duro

A three or four-axis high-performance machining centre. In addition to all the advantages of the VCP 800WDuro, the VCP 1000 Duro has 200mm additional travel in the X axis. Thanks to the longer worktable many alter-native set-ups are possible, such as, double or multiple work-piece clamping, use of dividing heads when workingwith long components and much more.

The dividing heads supplied by Mikron can beset up on any of the flat tables.

Safe and clean

Whether using a perimeter guard or a com-plete machine enclosure, both offer full op-erator convenience: Front sliding doors witha wide opening ensure very good access tothe working area for crane loading and set-up operation. A manually opened windowfor side access to the working area is alsoavailable as an option. Large panes made ofsafety glass as well as the powerful interiorlighting are standard.

Chip conveyers with coolant tanks and pumps are supplied as standard. For morecomplex requirements, internal through spindle coolant or minimum quantity airmist lubrication options are also available.

Automatic tool length and diameter measurement, as well

as a tool geometry check bymeans of a laser or tool probe.

The values are transmitted tothe tool management

independently.

Offers autonomous recording ofthe workpiece zero point and

determining of the location, aswell as workpiece plotting by

means of the set-up probe.

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Simultaneous in 5-axis

UCP 800 Duro

A five-axis high-performance machining centre, that is also capable of heavy metal removal. The generously di-mensioned round swivel table is fitted directly on the massive mounting surfaces of the polymer concrete base.Thanks to the construction with the travel movements by the tool and the rotation and swivel axis in the table,there are constant mass ratios for the dynamics and acceleration. The UCP 800 Duro is as well suited for 5-axis simultaneous machining work as it is for 5-sided machining operations. Thanks to its great clamping force on therotation and swivel axis, it is also suitable for heavy 3-axis machining jobs in regulated operations. The roundswivel table is optimally matched to the basic machine from its size, its carrying capacity and its dynamics. Thus 3,4 and even 5-axis machining jobs are possible, from powerful roughing to accurate finishing work on free formsurfaces. The UCP 800 Duro is designed to be able to finish large and heavy workpieces economically.

Example of a 5-side machining in reg-ulated operation

Example for 5-axis simultaneous machining Example for combined 5-side machining and5-axis simulateneous machining

Swivel range from –100 to +120 enables optimumaccessibility with the tool, especially for operations

such as undercutting.

Side window opening, even if the tableis swivelled far into the plus range,nothing remains concealed.

The Rotoclear option enables you to keep a clearview, even when large quantities of coolant arebeing used.

Access for crane loading and unloading is builtin. The roof of the complete machine enclosureopens simultaneously with the sliding doors.

Free open surfaces on medium andlarge forging dies can be milled with

5-axis simultaneous machining

Step-Tec, a member of the AC-groupAt Step-Tec the motor spindle technique is the corecompetence. This extremely efficient division developshigh-tech spindle systems and manufactures a completerange of motor spindles and their supply units.

Close cooperation betweenresearch facilities and thein-house development de-partment ensures innovative solutions to problems andshort lead times. To thisend, Step-Tec has high-quality measurement andtesting equipment availablefor spindles and spindle sys-tems, to test thoroughly thereliability and precision ofthe end product.

This Mikron Partner hasgained an excellentreputation in HSC tech-nology in particular: themain spindle with its hybrid bearings providesoptimum conditions for economical machining ofhigh-quality workpieces.Close cooperation with themachining experts at

Mikron guarantees users sophisticated spindle technology with a particularly high level of practicality:machining know-how from a single source.

Core component: High-tech spindles

TorquePower

Without vector control With vector control

Vector controlledIn vector control, mathematical transformation is used to superimpose the electrical magnitude of asyn-chronous equipment upon a model of direct current technology. The advantages:

high torque at low revs, fast acceleration and deceleration

Clinically clean and precise: flexible assembly of small batches of spindles.Three-quarters of all spindle compo-nents are manufactured in-house.

The latest generation of spindle testingequipment.

British Aerospace Airbus Ltd. andBoeing Aircraft Company use Mikronhigh-performance spindles forcomplex machining functions inmilling technology.

Machining performance which is second to none

Spindle rpm 12 000 20 000 42 000

Material Ck45 Ck45 aluminum

Thread cutting up to M24 M24 M8

Machiningspindle speeds rpm 2500 2500tool diameter mm 63 63 16chip volume cm3/min 710 605 >1000

steel 52 HRC cm3/min 480

Drilling into solid materialspindle speeds rpm 1200 1200tool diameter mm 54 50

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12 000 min–1

for traditional tool technologies and pro-

gramming:

Spindle taper ISO 40

Infinitely variable speed range – no drop

in performance

Preparable with internal coolant supply

for use in production

Run-up and braking time: 1 second each

Ceramic-hybrid bearing

Lifetime lubrication

20 000 min–1

for machining the most varied materials

with strategies from HSC technology:

Spindle taper HSK 63

Great feed forces

Infinitely variable speed range – no drop

in performance

Planar arrangement of the tool taper –

better rotation

Preparable with internal coolant supply

for use in production

Ceramic-hybrid bearing with oil mist lu-

brication

Spindle speeds

42000 min–1

The alternative to the HSC machine: In

combination with control systems, this

high-speed spindle will allow you to enter

into HSC machining. Special HSC tool tech-

nologies are:

Spindle taper HSK 40

Finely balanced three-phase motors

Specific tool holding fixtures for extremely

exact work

Optimal rotation thanks to the facing stop

of the tool holder

Ceramic-hybrid bearing with

oil mist lubrication

Powerful high-performance spindlesWhatever machine configuration youchoose, with a Duro machine you ob-tain state-of-the-art Mikron motorspindle technology: vector regula-tion, a highly stable spindle bearingand spindle casing cooling forconstant temperatures duringthe entire working time.

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Man-machine interface: easy to operate,

modern control

State-of-the-art control, workshop-oriented programming

Digital control HeidenhainThe digital Heidenhain iTNC 530control system is of the latest gen-eration and has a clearly structuredoperating panel which turns theVCP 800W Duro, the VCP 1000Duro and the UCP 800 Duro intoreliable, operator-friendly, high-per-formance machining centres:simple, dialog-controlled program-ming, parallel programming, free contour programming, freelydefinable subroutine program-ming, including process certainty,short training and reliable opera-tion of predefined working cycles.If required, the optional electronichandwheel brings you close to themachining point

Options to increase efficiencyand variability:Table probe system TS 27Laser measurement of the toolsSet-up probeDividing headsOpenable viewing windowRotoclearOil mist spray coolingHand wash-down facilityGraphite dust extraction

Safety for the employeesAll safety requirements meet the CE standards. Theseinclude, of course, the lowering lock in Z-axis, the col-lision protection (regulated by means of motor over-load), multilayer special glass with high breakage pro-tection and emergency off switch.

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In the past few years, High Speed Machining (HSM) technologyhas firmly established itself as one of the most efficient produc-tion procedures in almost all market segments. In order to giveoptimal support to the user for the successful use of this newtechnology, the network of Mikron HSM Competence Centresactive worldwide offers the supplementary services for this.

Technology support, for userswith specific problems

The HSM CC’s are equipped with thelatest machines from Mikron's variousproduct series. With their outstand-ingly well-trained staff, they are in aposition to offer metal-cutting an-swers from test-cut to turn-key solu-tions.

User training courses from thebasic course to complex HSC or5-axis training coursesIn order to achieve the best results onthe most modern machines, qualifiedstaff are required. Mikron offers a so-lution here too. You can have youremployees trained as specialists at theHSM CC’s.

Contract production from com-plex HSC or 5-axis partsWould you rather not manufactureyour parts yourself or does the prepa-ration of complex programmes causeyou too much expense? At the HSMCC’s, even difficult parts belong tothe "daily business".

Hot LineOur local HSM Competence Centresoffer a hot line service on the subjectof HSM during normal workinghours. The objective of this service isthe practical support of HSM users inthe solution of problems occurring ineveryday work in the workshop.

ServiceOur Service Centres are found all overthe world. Therefore our well-trainedservice technicians are quickly aviableand get every problem under control.Here too, we attach importance tothe fact that professionals are atwork.

Mikron not only offers quality machines, but also first-class after-sales support through the Mikron HSM Compe-tence Centres (HSM CC’s), which can be found all round the world. You receive advice before and after the sale:

Machine type VCP 800W Duro VCP 1000 Duro UCP 800 DuroWork area*1

Longitudinal X mm 800 1000 800Lateral Y mm 650 650 650Vertical Z mm 500 500 500

High-performance motorspindleMaximum rpm rpm 12/20'000 12/20'000 12/20'000Spindle performance at 40% ED/ S6 kW 15/16 15/16 15/16Toolholder interface ISO 40 / HSK E63 ISO 40 / HSK E63 ISO 40 / HSK E63

HSC motorspindleMaximum rpm rpm 42'000 42'000 42'000Spindle performance at 40% ED/ S6 kW 14 14 14Toolholder interface HSK E40 HSK E40 HSK E40

Feed drivesRapide traverse m/min 30 30 30Feed force X and Y/Z N 7000/9000 7000/9000 7000/9000

Tool changerMagazine tool capacity for 12/20000 No. 30 30 30Magazine tool capacity for 42000 No. 36 36 36Max. tool diameter for 12/20000 mm 90 90 40 (90)Max. tool diameter for 42000 mm 16 16 16Max. tool length for 12/20000 mm 300 300 250 (160)Max. tool length for 42000 mm 100 100 100Max. tool weight for 12/20000 kg 8 8 8Max. tool weight for 42000 kg 1,5 1,5 1,5Tool change time sec 8–9 8–9 8–9Chip-tochip times to VDI sec 12 12 12

Quality dataPositional tolerance DIN/ ISO 230-2/97 µm 8 8 8

SystemsType Heidenhain iTNC 530 iTNC 530 iTNC 530No. of axes 5 + spindle ■ ■ ■

Linear interpolation 5 of 5 axes ■ ■ ■

Circular interpolation 2 of 5 axes ■ ■ ■

Safety equipmentMachine enclosure/complete machine enclosure ■ ■ ■

Door opening to the front mm 1040 1040 1040Window opening to the side mm 845 x 977 845 x 977 845 x 977

Coolant/Swarf removalScrapper chip conveyor 140l ■ ■ ■

Coolant flow 30l/min - 2bar ■ ■ ■

Internal through spindle coolant 18, 40 or 70bar Option Option Option

40% ED/S6100% ED

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VCP 800W Duro, VCP 1000 Duro and UCP 800 DuroTechnical data

*1 detailed information concerning the workpiece dimensions may be obtained fromthe workspace drawing

VCP 800W Duro, VCP 1000 Duro and UCP 800 DuroTechnical data

Our constructions are continuously updated to meet changing requirements.Changes can be made at any time. Details contained in this brochure are not binding.

Machine type VCP 800W Duro VCP 1000 Duro UCP 800 DuroWeightApprox. machine weight kg 9’330 9’850 10’350Transport dimensions mm 3200 x 2400 x 2900 3200 x 2400 x 2900 3200 x 2400 x 2900

AccessoriesCooling system with chip conveyorand filter (TTC) 580 l –18,40 or 70 bar ■ ■ ■

Handwashing facilities ■ ■ ■

Oil-mist extraction ■ ■ ■

MP 12 setup probe ■ ■ ■

Tool measurement TS 27 / Laser ■ ■ ■

Oil-mist coolant spray unit ■ ■ ■

Dividing head ■ ■

Graphite dust extraction ■ ■ ■

Connection dataEffective power kW 16 16 16Total power requirements kVA 44 44 44Fuse protection A 35 35 35Line voltage7Frequency 3 x 400 V– 50/60 Hz ■ ■ ■

Connection cross sction mm2 6 6 6Control voltage VDC 24 24 24Pneumatic connection 200 l /min–6 bar ■ ■ ■

Connection diameter mm 12 12 12

Work tablesTable surfaces area mm 900 x 600 1’300 x 600 600 x 600Table load kg 1’600 1’600 500 (1’000*2)Clamping slots 14–H12 (H7) 14–H12 (H7) 14–H12 (H7)Distance slot to slot mm 63 65 100Tilt range ° -100 up to 120Tilt speed (30% ED) rpm 15Rotary speed (time) rpm 20

Mikron AG NidauIpsachstrasse 16CH-2560 NidauTel. ++41 32 332 75 75Fax ++41 32 332 75 76info@mikron-ac.comwww.mikron-ac.com

*2 1000kg in positioning mode 3+2 axis machining