More multi-axis turning options from Dugard

The powerful and robust Mylas DY42 multi-function turning centre

Following the recent announcement that the Mylas range of multi-axis turning centres will now be available in the UK from Hove-based C Dugard Ltd, the latest machines available from this high-end brand is the DY Series of twin-spindle double Y-axis multi-tasking turning centres. Hot on the heals of the successful UK launch of the Mylas DT Series of twin-spindle twin-turret turn/mill centres, the double Y-axis configuration of the DY range presents manufacturers with even more flexibility.

With the DT Series already being warmly received among the UK’s turned parts manufacturers, the arrival of the DY Series with two Y axes will present new opportunities to end users in the aerospace, automotive, medical, hydraulics, electronics and general sub-contract manufacturing arenas. Like the DT Series, the DY Series is available in three variants, the DY42, DY52 and DY60. Each designation specifies the maximum capacity for the main spindle bar turning.

From a specification perspective, axis travel is 175mm on X1/X2 axes with 240mm on the sub-spindle while Z1/Z2 travel is 450 and 500mm respectively with +/-35mm in the Y-axis. The DY42, DY52 and DY65 have a swing over the saddle of 260mm with a max bar turning length of 135 and 150mm on the main spindle with 60mm on the sub-spindle that provides a max turning length of 350mm.

Like all Mylas machine tools, the DY Series has a class-leading robust construction with over-sized precision ground boxways on all axes that deliver dynamic rigidity and precision with heavy-duty cutting capability. This is underpinned by the stress-relieved Meehanite casting that maximises vibration dampening that supports the heavy-duty precision spindle design that provides exceptional thermal stability and power.

Pictured right: the work envelope of the Mylas DY Series

Front machining is supported by a 7.5/11kW spindle motor with a BMT 45 12-station tool turret that can accommodate up to 24 tool positions. The sub-spindle machining is provided via a 14-tool gang slide. This incorporates three cross live tool positions and three live facing tool positions plus three OD and five ID tooling stations.

With the second Y-axis for back machining being supported by a 14-tool slide, the DY Series presents 38-tool capacity with the facility for superimposed cutting of complex workpieces that can be machined with remarkably fast cycle times. With the slides on precision linear guides, customers are guaranteed the most precise, repeatable and high-performance results on the market.

As standard, the exciting new Mylas DY Series is supplied with a 12-station main and 14-position gang tooling system, collet chuck, workpiece ejector, auto-lubrication and coolant system, Fanuc CNC control, sub-spindle internal coolant and air-blow, automatic power-off, part catcher and much more.

From an optional perspective, customers can configure the Mylas DY Series with options that include a selection of CNC control systems, 5 and 6in power chucks for main and sub spindles, high-pressure coolant of 50 or 100, chip conveyors, oil mist collector, transformer, regulator and live and static toolholders.