Complete machining in one work area
Rotational turning, hard turning, grinding, drilling and milling combined; 4-axis simultaneous machining with a second turret on the cross slide, Y-A axis unit for gear milling.
UNIVERTOR
WEISSER UNIVERTOR AM
Multifunctional pick-up vertical turning centre in single-, twin-spindle and transfer (AM-T) versions
Ø 360 / 450 mm Turning diameter (AM / AM-T)
410 / 500 mm Chuck diameter (AM / AM-T)
40 kW Drive power (40 % duty cycle)
610 Nm Torque (40 % duty cycle)
1,400 mm X stroke
ⓘ Manufacturer data (WEISSER UNIVERTOR AM brochure and product page); the grinding spindles are on the manufacturer's AM-1 / AM-2 option list. Values may change and vary; not binding on Boztaş.
Why UNIVERTOR AM?
AM-T transfer principle
The part passes directly from the hanging pick-up spindle to the standing vertical spindle; with extra turrets, drilling heads or multifunction slides, subsequent operations run in one work area with tight form and position tolerances.
Series part examples
According to the manufacturer, brake discs are machined in four clampings on two machines in 45–50 s, differential housings and axle drive wheels in approx. 120 s; in its brake disc line, turning and drilling run on two UNIVERTOR AM-T machines.
Variants
AM-1
Single spindle; right- or left-hand machine; A8 or A11 spindle flange
Suited to: Complete machining of varying batch sizes at low cost per part
AM-2
Two spindles; simultaneous or sequential machining (with part turnover), various automation options
Suited to: Two independent work areas for OP10 and OP20 (e.g. stator housings, axle drive wheels)
AM-T
Transfer principle: hanging pick-up spindle + standing counter spindle, multifunction slide; Ø 450 mm, 500 mm chuck, 8 / 12 tools
Suited to: Series parts needing several clampings, such as brake discs
Technical data
| Feature | AM-1 | AM-2 | AM-T |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | |||
| Max. turning diameter | 360 mm | 360 mm | 450 mm |
| Max. chuck diameter | 410 mm | 410 mm | 500 mm |
| Number of spindles | 1 | 2 | 2 (hanging pick-up + standing) |
| Axes and travels | |||
| Working stroke X/Z | 1,400 / 440 mm | 1,400 / 440 mm | 1,400 / 350 mm |
| Max. feed force X/Z (40 % duty cycle) | 8 / 10 kN | 8 / 10 kN | 8 / 10 kN |
| Max. traverse speed X/Z | 60 / 30 m/min | 60 / 30 m/min | 60 / 30 m/min |
| Ball screw diameter X1/Z1 | 40 / 40 mm | 40 / 40 mm | 40 / 40 mm |
| Position measuring | Glass scales in all machining axes | Glass scales in all machining axes | Glass scales in all machining axes |
| Tooling | |||
| Number of tools | 12 | 12 | 8 / 12 |
| Tool holder | VDI40 / 50 / Capto | VDI40 / 50 / Capto | VDI40 / 50 / Capto |
| Tool flight circle | 740 mm | 740 mm | — |
| Driven tools | Option (for drilling) | Option (for drilling) | Option (for drilling) |
| 4-axis machining | Option: second turret on the cross slide | Option: second turret on the cross slide | — |
| Main spindle | |||
| Spindle flange (DIN 55026) | A8 (A11 possible) | A8 (A11 possible) | A8 |
| Spindle bearing diameter | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Drive power 100 % duty cycle | 35.1 kW | 35.1 kW | 35 kW |
| Drive power 40 % duty cycle | 40 kW | 40 kW | 40 kW |
| Rated / max. speed | 780 / 3,500 rpm | 780 / 3,500 rpm | 780 / 3,500 rpm |
| Torque 100 % duty cycle | 430 Nm | 430 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque 40 % duty cycle | 610 Nm | 610 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Grinding (option) | |||
| Internal and external grinding spindles | Option | Option | — |
| Automation | |||
| Measuring | Integrated measuring probe (option) | Integrated measuring probe (option) | Integrated measuring probe (option) |
Manufacturer data (WEISSER UNIVERTOR AM brochure and product page); the grinding spindles are on the manufacturer's AM-1 / AM-2 option list.
Technical data is taken from information published by the manufacturer. The manufacturer may change it without notice, and values may vary with the model and the machine configuration. The data is for information only and is not binding on Boztaş; binding values are stated only in a written quotation.
Processes that can be combined on this machine
- Turning
- Hard turning
- Rotational turning
- Out-of-round turning (HOT)
- Internal and external cylindrical grinding
- Drilling
- Tapping
- Milling
- Gear cutting
- 4-axis machining
Typical workpieces
- Planet carriers (Planetenträger)
- Differential housings (Differentialgehäuse)
- Gears (Zahnräder)
- Brake discs: ventilated, unventilated and lightweight (Bremsscheiben)
- Pistons (Kolben)
- Stator housings (Statorgehäuse)
- Axle drive wheels (Achsantriebsräder)
Related industries: Automotive
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the AM-1, AM-2 and AM-T?
The AM-1 has one spindle and the AM-2 two; both offer Ø 360 mm turning, a 410 mm chuck and 1,400 / 440 mm X/Z travel. The AM-T is the transfer version: the part passes from the hanging pick-up spindle to a standing spindle; Ø 450 mm turning, 500 mm chuck and 1,400 / 350 mm travel.
How does the UNIVERTOR AM differ from the UNIVERTOR V?
The manufacturer describes the V400 as a further development of the AM series. V400: Ø 350 mm turning, 400 mm chuck, standard A6 spindle (4,500 rpm, 340 Nm at 40 % duty cycle), 75 m/min on X. AM: A8 spindle (3,500 rpm, 610 Nm), 60 m/min on X; the A8 spindle is an option on the V400.
What cycle time is achieved on brake discs?
In the manufacturer's example brake discs are machined dry in four clampings on two machines in 45–50 s, with driven units for the bores. Ventilated, unventilated and lightweight discs are covered.
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