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Tormach, a US-based manufacturer of CNC machines and industrial robotics, will unveil two new accessories for its popular 1500MX CNC Mill at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) next month in Chicago (September 9-14) at Booth #338062 in the South Building of McCormick Place. The new Through-Spindle Coolant (TSC) Kit and Mist Collector are designed to take CNC machining to the next level by offering enhanced air quality, superior efficiency and improved machine performance.
“The introduction of these new accessories for our 1500MX is a milestone we’ve all been eagerly working towards,” said Tom Zelickman, Product Manager for Tormach. “These innovations were developed in direct response to customer feedback, so we’re confident they’ll significantly enhance both the longevity of cutting tools and air quality in the shop.”
Through-Spindle Coolant – Precision Cooling for Deep Drilling
The TSC Kit improves machining operations by delivering coolant directly through the 1500MX’s spindle to enhance tool life and performance during deep drilling and milling. By keeping tools clear of chips and other debris, this method helps maintain a clean bore and reduces chip buildup to significantly enhance machining precision and efficiency.
“The Through-Spindle Coolant Kit will allow our customers to produce higher-quality parts at a faster rate than ever before,” explained Zelickman. “By ensuring that coolant reaches the cutting tools exactly where it’s needed, the kit not only extends the life of the tools but also enhances the consistency and accuracy of every cut. This is an invaluable addition for machine shops looking to push their production capabilities to new heights and achieve superior machining results.”
The user-installable system integrates seamlessly with customers’ existing 1500MX mills and comes with all the necessary components to easily add this capability to their machines. Powered by a 3 HP, 220V single-phase motor, the TSC Kit delivers a maximum outlet pressure of 435 PSI (30 BAR) and a flow rate of 7.9 GPM (20 L/Min) for optimal coolant distribution. And while every 1500MX comes with a TSC standard, a Flood Coolant Kit (PN 51567) is required to operate the TSC Kit.
Mist Collector – Delivering Clean Air and Superior Filtration
The Tormach Mist Collector is engineered to maintain a cleaner workspace by capturing and filtering out vaporized coolant and airborne particles before they become a problem. It features a centrifugal fan that provides exceptional attraction and centrifugal force to effectively collect mist and vaporized liquids. The system’s two-stage filtration design maximizes its ability to filter oil and mist particles, while a stainless-steel bottom strainer recycles oil and lubricant back into the system to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
“Any time you're moving coolant, there’s going to be a significant amount of vapor released into the air that can decrease air quality and pose potential health risks for operators,” said Zelickman. “We’re launching the Mist Collector alongside the Through-Spindle Coolant Kit because the dual approach not only keeps the shop environment cleaner and safer for the operators but also helps maintain the longevity of the machinery itself.”
Additional features of the Mist Collector include:
- Pressure Gauge: Monitors internal filter status to ensure optimal performance.
- Quiet Operation: The high-performance motor operates at just 65 dB, offering low noise, minimal vibration and a long operational lifetime.
- User-Friendly Design: Features a simple push-button switch for manual control and easy, toolless filter access and removal. The stainless-steel filters are also washable for easy maintenance.
With specifications that include a 1/2 HP motor, 420 cfm airflow and compact dimensions (395mm x 400mm x 650mm), the Tormach Mist Collector requires 220V at 2.5A with a recommended 10A breaker and is an essential addition to any machining operation.
These new accessories will be available for purchase online at starting September 9. “With these new innovations, you don’t have to outgrow your Tormach anymore—because we’re evolving right alongside you,” added Zelickman.
Meet Tormach at IMTS 2024
Tormach invites all IMTS 2024 attendees to visit Booth #338062 in the South Building of McCormick Place during the show. In addition to showcasing the new accessories in action, Tormach will also offer live product demos of the 1500MX machine paired with the ZA6 robot arm.
Related Glossary Terms
- computer numerical control ( CNC)
computer numerical control ( CNC)
Microprocessor-based controller dedicated to a machine tool that permits the creation or modification of parts. Programmed numerical control activates the machine’s servos and spindle drives and controls the various machining operations. See DNC, direct numerical control; NC, numerical control.
- coolant
coolant
Fluid that reduces temperature buildup at the tool/workpiece interface during machining. Normally takes the form of a liquid such as soluble or chemical mixtures (semisynthetic, synthetic) but can be pressurized air or other gas. Because of water’s ability to absorb great quantities of heat, it is widely used as a coolant and vehicle for various cutting compounds, with the water-to-compound ratio varying with the machining task. See cutting fluid; semisynthetic cutting fluid; soluble-oil cutting fluid; synthetic cutting fluid.
- gang cutting ( milling)
gang cutting ( milling)
Machining with several cutters mounted on a single arbor, generally for simultaneous cutting.
- milling
milling
Machining operation in which metal or other material is removed by applying power to a rotating cutter. In vertical milling, the cutting tool is mounted vertically on the spindle. In horizontal milling, the cutting tool is mounted horizontally, either directly on the spindle or on an arbor. Horizontal milling is further broken down into conventional milling, where the cutter rotates opposite the direction of feed, or “up” into the workpiece; and climb milling, where the cutter rotates in the direction of feed, or “down” into the workpiece. Milling operations include plane or surface milling, endmilling, facemilling, angle milling, form milling and profiling.
- milling machine ( mill)
milling machine ( mill)
Runs endmills and arbor-mounted milling cutters. Features include a head with a spindle that drives the cutters; a column, knee and table that provide motion in the three Cartesian axes; and a base that supports the components and houses the cutting-fluid pump and reservoir. The work is mounted on the table and fed into the rotating cutter or endmill to accomplish the milling steps; vertical milling machines also feed endmills into the work by means of a spindle-mounted quill. Models range from small manual machines to big bed-type and duplex mills. All take one of three basic forms: vertical, horizontal or convertible horizontal/vertical. Vertical machines may be knee-type (the table is mounted on a knee that can be elevated) or bed-type (the table is securely supported and only moves horizontally). In general, horizontal machines are bigger and more powerful, while vertical machines are lighter but more versatile and easier to set up and operate.
- robotics
robotics
Discipline involving self-actuating and self-operating devices. Robots frequently imitate human capabilities, including the ability to manipulate physical objects while evaluating and reacting appropriately to various stimuli. See industrial robot; robot.
