Powerful, fast and accurate - Modela Pro II MDX-540 Milling Machine

This new Roland Model is the culmination of many machine designs and user comments. The generous work area, new software, remote control pendant and optional extra’s make this machine the “musy have “ system for education and industry.

Powered by a 400W spindle, the MDX-540 mills a wide variety of nonproprietary materials and popular engineered plastics such as ABS, Delrin®, and nylon. Compared to additive RP systems, the desktop device produces functional prototypes that perform better in structural, thermal, and electrical testing. Plus, MDX-540 prototype materials meet a host of FDA and other government regulations that additive systems cannot.

The MDX-540 can also mill non-ferrous prototypes and molds made of aluminum, brass and copper. This lets design engineers create metal molds for rapid injection molding and EDM electrodes for production tooling.

Bundled SRP Player CAM software automates the prototyping process and generates tool paths with high speed and precision. The user-friendly, wizard-based program offers uniform 3D scaling, support for 4-axis milling, and simulation of finished 3D parts. It lets engineers quickly review the simulated prototype on the monitor and send it to the MDX-540 for production. The end result is faster prototype production, tighter dimensional accuracies and smooth layer free surfaces.

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MODELA PRO II Milling Machine Features:·

• Large cutting area of up to 500mm(X) x 400mm(Y) x 155mm(Z) (19.6" (X) x 15.7" (Y) x 6.1" (Z) )^*1
• · Produces smooth, precision, high-quality surfaces in all modes
• · Choose from high-torque settings or high-spindle speeds ranging from 400 to 12,000 rpm^*2
• · Optional automatic tool changer (ATC) stores up to four tools for unattended milling
• · Optional rotary axis unit allows milling of multi-surface or cylindrical materials^*3
• · Includes Roland's easy-to-use SRP Player CAM software
• · Easy-to-navigate operation panel and on-screen panel greatly simplify the setup and production process
• · Supports a wide variety of materials from light metals, chemical woods and resin to ABS including aluminum, brass and copper^*3
• · Low initial investment and materials cost
• · Available in two models:
  - MDX-540 — a standard model including a high quality spindle unit ZS-540TY
  - MDX-540A — an advanced model including the automatic tool changer (ATC) ZAT-540

Includes New Roland SRP Player CAM Software

• Until now, precision milling has required the advanced skills of experienced professionals. With the introduction of the MDX-540 and Roland SRP Player, even novices can achieve professional results. Simply program the MDX-540 with a few required settings and the accompanying SRP player does the rest, determining the choice of tools and other details integral to the milling process. In addition, the SRP Player imports DXF, IGES, STL and Rhino 3D files, generates precision tool paths, and outputs the data much faster than conventional CAM software. To maximize material usage, it also allows end users to confirm a finished shape on screen. Roland's SRP Player is compatible with Windows® 2000/XP.^*4
• The MDX-540 has been optimized for speed and precision as well as ease of use. Its convenient operation panel and on-screen panel work together to guide users through the production process. The operation panel allows users to quickly set an origin point and change spindle speed and feed rate without interrupting the milling process.

SPECIFICATIONS

Cuttable material XYZ-axis travels Distance from spindle nose to table Table size Loadable workpiece weight XYZ-axis drive system Operating speed Acceleration Software resolution Mechanical resolution Positioning accuracy Repeat accuracy Origin reproducibility (when the power is switched on/off) Spindle motor Spindle speed Tool chuck Control command sets Interface Power supply Power consumption Acoustic noise level Dimensions Weight Operating temperature Operating humidity Included items MDX-540 MDX-540A Plastic, resin and light metal ( aluminium,brass) 500mm (X) x 400mm (Y) x 155mm (Z) 400mm (X) x 400mm (Y) x 155mm (Z) Maximum 254 mm 550mm (W) x 420mm (D) At acceleration of 0.2G: maximum 12kg, 0.1G: 20kg, 0.05G: 20kg AC servo motor, 60W Maximum 7.5m/min 0.2G, 0.1G, 0.05G RML-1 mode: 0.01mm, NC-code mode: 0.001mm 0.001mm ±0.1mm/300 mm, under no-load conditions ±0.05mm, under no-load conditions ±0.05mm DC brushless motor, maximum 400W 400 to 12,000 rpm; 400 to 3,000 rpm for positioning and centering Collet method, maximum tool diameter: 10mm Tool holder format, Taper shank: JBS4002 15T 7/24 taper; Pull stud: JBS4002 15P (45°), special RML-1 and NC codes USB (compliant with Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 1.1) Voltage and frequency: AC 100 to 120 V/220 to 240 V ±10%, 50/60 Hz Required power capacity: 7A (100 to 120V)/4A (220 to 240V) Approx. 700W During operation (no cutting): 65dB (A) or less, during standby: 40dB (A) or less (according to ISO 7779) Width x depth x height: 745 x 955 x 858mm 102kg 109kg 5 to 40°C 35 to 80% (no condensation) Handy panel, power cord, tool sensor, sensor cable, nut, nut wrench, wrench, hexagonal wrenches, Roland Software CD-ROM, SRP Player CD-ROM, User's Manual, Roland Software Software Guide, SRP Player Installation and Setup Guide, and NC Code Reference Manual Handy panel, power cord, tool sensor, sensor cable, nut, nut wrench, wrench, hexagonal wrenches, Roland Software CD-ROM, SRP Player CD-ROM, User's Manual, Roland Software Software Guide, SRP Player Installation and Setup Guide, NC Code Reference Manual, and Automatic Tool Changer (Refer to the ZAT-540 specs below.)

Automatic Tool Changer (ZAT-540) Specifications
Number of tools housed	4
Maximum tool length	110 mm (4.3 in.)
Maximum tool diameter	10 mm (0.4 in.)
Maximum tool weight	350 g (0.77 lb.)
Tool-holder format	Taper shank: JBS4002 15T 7/24 taper. Pull stud: JBS4002 15P (45 ), special.
Tool-selection method	Direct-changing type, fixed-address specification
Compatible compressed air	0.7 to 1.0 MPa, 50 L/min or higher
Spindle speed	400 to 12,000 rpm; 400 to 3,000 rpm for positioning and centering
Weight	6.8 kg (15 lb.) (total weight including spindle, magazine, control box, etc.)
Included items	Control box, magazine unit, ATC spindle, air cylinder, base plate, Z-origin sensor, spacer, cap screws, hexagonal wrenches, retaining bands, cable retainers, and user's manual

Rotary axis unit (ZCL-540) Specifications
Supported workpiece	Resin (metal not supported)
Maximum angle of rotation	±21,474,836.47 (±59,652.3 turns)
Loadable workpiece size*1	Items within the range of a 90 mm (3.5 in.) in radius from the center of the rotary axis by 371 mm (14.6 in.) long. The actual cuttable range is smaller than this.
Workpiece thickness holdable by workpiece chuck	15 to 100 mm (0.6 to 3.9 in.)
Loadable workpiece weight	Maximum 5 kg (11 lb.), maximum moment of inertia: 0.02 kgm2 Center drill used: Maximum 1.5 kg (3.3 lb.)
Control method	Simultaneous 4-axis control
Feed rate	Feed rate Maximum 20 rpm
Software resolution	RML-1 mode: 0.1, NC-code mode: 0.01
Mechanical resolution	0.002
Static precision	Backlash: 0.05 , Eccentricity: 0.3 mm (0.012 in.) or less
Dimensions	720 mm (W) x 100 mm (D) x 195 mm (H) [28.3 (W) x 3.9 (D) x 7.7 (H) in.]
Weight	6.5 kg (14.5 lb.) (total weight including drive unit, tailstock, base plates, etc.)
Included items	Drive unit, tailstock, base plates, live center, center drill, Y-origin sensor, Z-origin sensor, spacer, origin-detection pin, cap screws, T-slot nuts, hexagonal wrenches, retaining band, and user's manual

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