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CITIZEN L20E-IX

The CINCOM L20E-IX builds upon it's predecessor, the highly acclaimed L20-VIII, to meet the latest market requirements. The Evolution lineup is Citizen's new product line to provide a solution to the drastically changing needs in the global market.

The L20E-IX has been specially developed for high-precision manufacture of simple and complex parts in medium to large batch sizes. It offers all-round versatility and flexibility with its many options and extremely short setup times.

The L20E-IX offers highly flexible tooling arrangements. You can select from a huge number of options to adapt the machine configuration according to your priorities. For example you can choose to put more of a focus on end-working or cross-working. Overall the machine has the capacity to mount up to 32 tools in it's maximum configuration. Some examples of how the main tooling area can be configured are shown below. In addition further positions are available on the end-working positions next to the spindles.

Main Tooling Area Example 1: Priority to Cross-machining

GTF3612 + GSC907(2) + GSC1010 (2) + GSE3010 + GSC1210 (2) + GSC1307

5 Turning, 7 Cross Machining Tools

Main Tooling Area Example 2: Priority to End-face machining

GTF3612 + GSC907 + GDF507 + GSC1010 (2) + GSE3010 + GSC1210 + GSC3107 + GSE3207

5 Turning, 4 Cross Machining, 3 Front End Machining, 3 Back End Machining, 5 Front End Power Tools, 5 Back End Power Tools

Main Tooling Area Example 3: Priority to Turning

GTF3612 + GTF3712(GTF3711) (2) + GSC1010 (2) + GSE3010 + GSC1210 (2) + GSC1307

7 Turning, 6 Cross Machining Tools

Other Options:

The Mitsubishi M70 series control provides super-fast NC processing to greatly increase productivity.

The complete control system is integrated into the swiveling operation panel which incorporates a clear 8.4" LCD colour display.

The CNC hand wheel enables safe and easy program prove out. Potential collision points can be recognised and avoided, and all movements can be optimised.

Through the colour user interface and the extensive range of functions, programming is simplified to enable a fast-track learning curve even for first time users.

This latest-generation control has improved startup and shutdown times and a more responsive feel than the previous generation.

The system is equipped with RS232, CompactFlash, USB Memory Stick and (optional) LAN interfaces for program transfer.

In addition an option is available to run a program from an external memory card (up to 1GB program). Useful for programs generated from CAM software with a large amount of point data.

• C-Axis Main Spindle
• Spindle Sync Function (Main / Sub)
• Single point threading for sub spindle
• Thread cutting canned cycle
• Rigid Tapping - Main Spindle
• Rigid Tapping - Sub Spindle
• Rigid Tapping - Rotary Tools
• Tool Nose Radius Compensation Function
• Corner Chamfering / Rounding Function
• User Macro
• Multiple Repetitive Cycles
• Canned Drilling Cycles
• On-machine program check function
• Operating time display

• Interference check function
• Program work area capacity 80m
• Program storage area capacity 160m
• Workpiece Counter
• Constant Surface Speed Control - Main Spindle
• Constant Surface Speed Control - Sub Spindle
• Tool offset 40 pairs
• Automatic Power Off
• Preparation Function (auto guide-bush and collet adjustment)
• Tooling Information Function
• Main Spindle Speed Change Detection
• Sub Spindle Speed Change Detection