5 Axis Gantry
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5 Axis Gantry

The GBX-4240U is a 5 axis gantry machining center featuring a fixed-table, elevated-bridge structure; the X-axis utilizes a saddle to drive a "box-in-box" style crossbeam for longitudinal movement along the left and right bedways. It features a 3000 × 4000 mm table with a load-bearing capacity of 8000 kg/m². The machine is equipped with an IBAG Mepro T70-200 AC dual-swivel head driven directly by torque motors, achieving an A/C axis positioning accuracy of 8 arc-seconds, a maximum spindle speed of 10,000 rpm, and HSK-A100 tool interface compatibility. It runs on the Siemens ONE control system, supporting five-axis simultaneous machining. Designed for the high-precision five-axis machining of large, complex curved components, the machine is suitable for applications such as aerospace structural parts, large molds, and energy equipment.
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Product Details
 

The GBX-4240U 5 axis gantry machine tool features an elevated bridge-type structure with a stationary worktable. Longitudinal saddles are mounted on the left and right bed sections, jointly supporting a "box-in-box" style crossbeam that moves along the X-axis. The entire machine utilizes an enclosed frame structure, ensuring high rigidity.

 
Machine Specifications
 

Item

Unit

Parameters

Worktable

Table size

mm

3000×4000

Max. table load

kg/m²

8000

T-slot width × pitch

mm

28×250

Machining Range

Distance between columns (clearance)

mm

4200

Spindle nose to table surface

mm

200-1450

X/Y/Z axis travel

mm

4200/3000/1250

Speed

X/Y/Z axis rapid traverse

m/min

30/30/20

Cutting feed rate

m/min

20

AC Swivel Head (Torque Motor Direct Drive)

Brand / Model

-

Mepro T70-200

A/C axis max. swivel speed

rpm

60/60

A/C axis max. torque

N.m

1060/1350

A/C axis rated torque (S1-100%)

N.m

700/715

A/C axis braking torque

N.m

4000/4000

A/C axis positioning accuracy

arc.sec

8"/8"

A/C axis swivel range

deg

±105°/±360°

Spindle

Spindle taper

-

HSK-A100

Spindle speed range

rpm

Rated 2580 / Max. 10000

Spindle power (S1-100%)

kW

54

Spindle torque (S1-100% / S6-40%)

N.m

200 / 240

Drive & Guideway

X/Y axis drive type

-

Alpha gear rack

Z axis ballscrew spec.

-

6340

X/Y/Z axis guideway type

-

4-55 heavy-duty roller guideways

Control System

CNC system

-

Siemens SIEMENS ONE

Machine Accuracy (in accordance with GB/T33150-2016)

Positioning accuracy (X/Y/Z)

mm

0.023/0.023/0.012

Repeatability (X/Y/Z)

mm

0.018/0.018/0.01

Others

Power supply requirement

kVA

150

Air pressure requirement

Kg/cm²

6-8

Floor space approx. (L×W×H)

m

8×7.8×6

 

 
Product Details
 

Symmetrical "Box-in-Box" Crossbeam

The Y-axis crossbeam features a symmetrical "box-in-box" design, with the ram nested inside an outer box structure; the spindle centerline aligns precisely with the central axis of both the crossbeam and the ram. When workshop temperatures fluctuate (e.g., a difference of over ten degrees between summer and winter), the crossbeam and ram undergo synchronous thermal expansion and contraction. Thanks to the symmetrical structure, the shift in the spindle centerline is minimal, resulting in machining accuracy that is less affected by ambient temperature compared to asymmetrical designs.

Torque Motor Direct-Drive AC Swivel Head

Equipped with an Ibag Mepro T70-200 five-axis milling head, the A and C axes are directly driven by individual torque motors. This non-contact drive system eliminates intermediate components such as gears, worm gears, or belts. Key advantages include zero backlash (maintaining accuracy during reversals), long-term stability due to the absence of mechanical wear, and superior surface finish resulting from the lack of gear-mesh vibration and noise. With a braking torque of 4000 N·m, the head locks securely without sagging during power outages or emergency stops.

Spindle Temperature Control System

The spindle is equipped with a cooling unit that circulates coolant around the spindle's outer housing to dissipate heat generated during high-speed rotation. Bearings utilize oil-mist lubrication, providing simultaneous lubrication and cooling. Internal temperature sensors trigger an alarm if the temperature exceeds the set range, preventing spindle damage due to overheating.

Four-Rail Configuration for All Three Axes

The X, Y, and Z axes are each equipped with four heavy-duty 55-series roller guideways. The X-axis features two rails on each of the left and right bed sections; the Y-axis crossbeam has four rails distributed at equal intervals; and the Z-axis ram has one rail on each of its four faces. This configuration provides a wide load-bearing surface and reduces the load on individual slide blocks, ensuring smooth motion.

Ram with Four-Rail Configuration

The ram utilizes a square configuration with four roller guideways-one on each face-providing a large effective guiding length. When the ram extends 1250mm for machining, all four guideways provide simultaneous guidance and load support. Cutting forces are distributed across four directions, minimizing ram oscillation and ensuring stable cutting. This design offers superior rigidity compared to configurations using only two diagonally opposed guideways.

Cooling and Chip Removal System

The system employs external cooling. Screw-type chip conveyors are installed on both sides of the machine bed to collect chips generated during machining and transport them to a slat-type chip conveyor located at the front of the machine; the slat conveyor then discharges the chips into a collection cart positioned to the side. Once collected, the chips can be easily wheeled away and dumped, eliminating the need for manual pit cleaning.

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Product Applications
 
  • Aerospace aluminum alloy structural parts: Integral thin-walled components such as aircraft wing ribs, frame beams, and skin panels.
  • Large automotive body panel molds: Stamping molds for car doors, roofs, side panels, etc.
  • Energy equipment impellers and diffuser casings: Compressor impellers, pump diffuser casings, etc.
  • Composite material components: Carbon fiber aerospace parts, wind turbine blade molds, and other non-metallic components.
  • Large frame-type parts: Castings such as robot bases, machine tool columns, etc.
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After-Sales Service
 
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Foundation and installation preparation: Prior to equipment arrival, the customer must complete foundation construction and secondary grouting (with concrete curing for at least 28 days) in accordance with foundation drawings. Consumables (coolant, hydraulic oil, guideway oil, lubricating grease, etc.) are to be provided by the customer.

Unloading and positioning: The customer is responsible for unloading, hoisting, and positioning the equipment. Before shipment, the manufacturer provides the equipment's overall dimensions, weight, center of gravity, and a hoisting diagram.

Installation and commissioning: Once positioned, the customer notifies the manufacturer to dispatch commissioning personnel. Before the personnel arrive, the customer must complete the connection of the power supply (3-phase 380V/50Hz, 150kVA) and air supply (6–8 kg/cm²), but must not activate the power or air supply beforehand. The customer signs a confirmation upon completion of commissioning.

Warranty period: 12-month warranty for the entire machine (starting from the date of successful acceptance); repairs and part replacements due to quality issues are free of charge during the warranty period.

After-sales response: Telephone response within 24 hours of a service request; spare parts supplied at cost price after the warranty period expires.

 

 

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