TC46 & TC46M Flashcards
What control system does the TC46M-2300 use?
FANUC TXP200FB+ with a 10.4” LCD screen.
What control system does the TC46-2300 use?
FANUC TXP100FA with a 10.4” LCD screen.
What are the axis travels for the TC46M-2300?
X-axis: 16.34” (14.37” + 1.97”), Z-axis: 90.55”.
What are the axis travels for the TC46-2300?
X-axis: 15.94” (14.76” + 1.18”), Z-axis: 90.55”.
What are the z-axis travel options for the TC46M series?
TC46M-1000: 39.37” z-axis travel.
TC46M-1650: 64.96” z-axis travel.
TC46M-2300: 90.55” z-axis travel.
TC46M-3200: 125.98” z-axis travel.
Are all TC46M models available as standard TC46 models?
Yes, the standard TC46 models do not include live tooling.
What type of bed construction is used for both the TC46M-2300 and TC46-2300?
Meehanite™ cast iron with a 45° slant bed design.
How is backlash eliminated in both machines?
Absolute positioning encoders and direct drive motors provide backlash-free accuracy.
What is the spindle nose interface for both machines?
A2-11.
What is the chuck size on the TC46M-2300 and TC46-2300?
18”.
What is the spindle speed range for the TC46-2300?
6 to 2,000 RPM.
What is the spindle speed range for the TC46M-2300?
6 to 1,600 RPM.
What is the maximum torque for the TC46-2300 spindle?
2,991 ft/lbs (continuous) in low gear.
What is the maximum torque for the TC46M-2300 spindle?
2,743.7 ft/lbs (maximum) in low gear.
How many spindle speed ranges are available in both machines?
Four.
How does spindle thermal stability improve machining performance?
A spindle oil chiller minimizes heat migration for greater accuracy and durability.
What type of lubrication is used in the spindles of both machines?
Grease lubrication.
What is the turret capacity on the TC46M-2300?
12 tools with live BMT85 tooling system.
What is the turret capacity on the TC46-2300?
10 tools with standard hydraulic clamping.
What is the live tool speed range on the TC46M-2300?
100 to 3,000 RPM.
What is the live tool horsepower for the TC46M-2300?
25 HP (30 min ED), 20 HP (continuous).
What is the turret indexing time for both machines?
TC46M-2300: 0.9 sec; TC46-2300: 1.6 sec.
What type of tailstock is used in both machines?
Programmable tailstock with dual-cylinder clamping.
What is the tailstock stroke on both machines?
83.66”.
What is the tailstock quill stroke for the TC46M-2300 and TC46-2300?
5.9”.
What tailstock taper is standard on both machines?
MT-5.
What is the swing over bed for both machines?
33.5”.
What is the swing over carriage for both machines?
28.4”.
What is the maximum turning diameter for the TC46-2300?
29.5”.
What is the maximum turning diameter for the TC46M-2300?
28.7”.
What is the maximum turning length for the TC46M-2300?
87.1”.
What is the maximum turning length for the TC46-2300?
90.55”.
What are the rapid traverse rates for the TC46-2300?
X: 630 IPM, Z: 708 IPM.
What are the rapid traverse rates for the TC46M-2300?
X: 630 IPM, Z: 509 IPM.
What are the cutting feed rates for both machines?
10 m/min (394 IPM).
What type of axis drives are used?
AC Digital Servo Motors with Pulse Encoders.
What is the required floor space for the TC46M-2300?
303.5” x 118” x 110.4”.
What is the required floor space for the TC46-2300?
280” x 108” x 103”.
What is the coolant capacity for the TC46-2300?
280 US gallons.
What is the coolant capacity for the TC46M-2300?
184 US gallons.
What is the machine weight for the TC46-2300?
32,010 lbs.
What is the machine weight for the TC46M-2300?
32,408 lbs.
What distinguishes the TC46M series from the TC46 series?
The “M” series includes live tooling and a motorized turret, while the standard TC46 models do not.
Which machine is better for live tool applications?
The TC46M-2300, with live BMT85 tooling and up to 3,000 RPM.
Which machine has faster turret indexing?
The TC46M-2300, with a 0.9-second index time.
How does the spindle speed range differ between the two machines?
TC46M-2300 has a maximum of 1,600 RPM, while the TC46-2300 reaches 2,000 RPM.
Which machine offers higher torque in low gear?
TC46-2300, with 3,689 ft/lbs vs. TC46M-2300’s 2,743.7 ft/lbs.
What are the key differences in z-axis travel options for the TC46M models?
The TC46M models range from 39.37” (TC46M-1000) to 125.98” (TC46M-3200), while the TC46 series offers identical travel configurations without live tooling.
How do rapid traverse rates differ?
TC46-2300 has faster z-axis rapids at 708 IPM compared to TC46M-2300’s 509 IPM.
Which machine is more compact?
The TC46-2300 requires less floor space than the TC46M-2300.
