MDX-540 Milling Machine

$12,000.00

  • 4-axis, benchtop CNC machine for fast, accurate prototyping
  • Bundled with user-friendly CAM software
  • Handheld controller and virtual control panel for quick and easy set up
  • Max. work area 19.6″ (X) by 15.7″ (Y) by 6.1″ (Z) without rotary axis
  • Optional rotary axis available for enhanced precision and accuracy
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Description

From Your Mind to the Mill

Make Prototypes with Fit and Function

The MDX-540 Rapid Prototype Machine can be used to produce functional prototypes and proof of concept testing for industrial and commercial release, such as thermal and structural trials. Used extensively by engineers, the MDX-540 is ideal for creating aluminum, brass and copper molds for rapid injection molding and EDM electrodes for production tooling. Plus, MDX-540 parts meet a host of FDA and other government regulations

SRP Player CAM Software

Designed for use by design professionals as well as students and novices SRP Player allows MDX users to simply open a 3D file, click through the step-by-step interface, then hit the “print” button to send designs to the MDX-540. SRP Player automates the prototyping process and generates tool paths with high speed and precision, also offering 3D scaling, support for 4-axis milling and simulation of finished 3D parts

Mill Fast and Smooth for Minimal Finishing
MDX-540 devices use high-speed, high-precision 400W spindles that decrease vibration within the unit and produce accurate prototypes for complex fits. With ISO15448 standard collets, the MDX-540 mills smooth surfaces that requires little to no post finishing work.

G-Code Support
The MDX-540 also supports G-code NC programming language, making it well suited for both professional and educational applications

Stay In-Control with a Hand-Held Controller and Virtual Control Panel
The Handy Panel hand-held controller can be extended from the MDX, allowing you to control the machine from a distance, while the Virtual Control Panel lets you control the MDX-540 directly from your PC. Both options simplify setup and operation by allowing you to change spindle speed and select other options from a convenient location

Included Software for Experts and Beginners

SRP Player CAM

From design to mill in three simple steps. Roland’s MDX rapid prototyping machines come complete with SRP Player Software to prepare your CAD model for RP manufacturing with no programming skills required.

  1. Design
  2. Import
  3. Mill

Your Machine, Your Configuration
The MDX-540 gives you the freedom to configure your system exactly the way you want with additional safety covers and a range of collets to work with industry standard tooling. Additions include a time and error-saving Rotary Axis to allow users to rotate an object until all four sides have been milled and an Automatic Tool Changer that changes up to four preset tools of different sizes with an air-activated, high-precision spindle

SPECIFICATIONS

 

MODELMDX-540MDX-540S
Usable MaterialsPlastic, resin, wood and non-ferrous metals
XYZ-Axis Travel19.6(X) x 15.7(Y) x 6.1″(Z)[500 (X) x 400 (Y) x 155 mm (Z)]
Loadable workpiece size with optional rotary axis (ZCL-540) *7.0” Diameter x 14.6” Length [177.8mm Diameter x 370.8mm Length] Actual milling area is smaller
Distance From Spindle Nose to TableMaximum 10″ (254mm)
Table Size21.7(W) x 16.5″(D) [550(W) x 420mm (D)]
Loadable workpiece weightAt acceleration of 0.2G: maximum 26lb (12kg), 0.1G: 44lb (20kg), 0.05G: 44lb (20kg)
XYZ-axis drive systemAC servo motor, 60WAC servo motor, 80W
Operating speedMaximum 295ipm (7.5m/min)
Acceleration0.2G, 0.1G, 0.05G
Software resolutionRML-1 mode: 0.0004″(0.01mm ), NC-code mode: 0.00004″ (0.001mm)
Mechanical resolution0.00004” (0.001mm)
Positioning accuracy+/-0.004″/12″(+/-0.1mm/300mm), under no-load conditions
Repeat accuracy+/-0.0019″(+/-0.05mm), under no-load conditions+/-0.0008″(+/-0.02mm), under no-load conditions
Origin reproducibility (when the power is switched on/off)+/-0.0019″ (+/-0.05mm)+/-0.0008″ (+/-0.02m)
Spindle motorDC brushless motor, maximum 400W
Spindle speed400 to 12,000 rpm; 400 to 3,000 rpm for positioning and centering
Tool chuckCollet method, maximum tool diameter: 0.4″ (10mm)
Control command setsRML-1 and NC codes
InterfaceUSB (compliant with Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 1.1)
Power supplyVoltage and frequency: AC 100 to 120 V/220 to 240 V +/-10%, 50/60 Hz
Required power capacity: 7A (100 to 120V)/4A (220 to 240V)
Power consumptionApprox. 700W
Acoustic noise levelDuring operation (no cutting): 65dB (A) or less, during standby: 40dB (A) or less (according to ISO 7779)
DimensionsWidth x depth x height: 29.3 x 37.6 x 33.8Z” (745 x 955 x 858mm)Width x depth x height: 30.1 x 37.6 x 33.8Z” (765 x 955 x 858mm)
Weight225lb (102kg)
Operating temperature41 to 104F (5 to 40C)
Operating humidity35 to 80% (no condensation)
Included itemsHandy panel, power cord, tool sensor, sensor cable, nut, nut wrench, wrench, hexagonal wrenches, Roland Software CD-ROM, SRP Player CD-ROM, User’s Manual, Roland Software Guide, SRP Player Installation and Setup Guide, and NC Code Reference Manual

 

MODELMDX-540AMDX-540SA
Usable MaterialsPlastic, resin, wood and non-ferrous metals
XYZ-Axis Travel15.7(X) x 15.7(Y) x 6.1″(Z)[400 (X) x 400 (Y) x 155 mm (Z)]
Loadable workpiece size with optional rotary axis (ZCL-540) *7.0” Diameter x 14.6” Length [177.8mm Diameter x 370.8mm Length] Actual milling area is smaller
Distance From Spindle Nose to TableMaximum 10″ (254mm)
Table Size21.7(W) x 16.5″(D) [550(W) x 420mm (D)]
Loadable workpiece weightAt acceleration of 0.2G: maximum 26lb (12kg), 0.1G: 44lb (20kg), 0.05G: 44lb (20kg)
XYZ-axis drive systemAC servo motor, 60WAC servo motor, 80W
Operating speedMaximum 295ipm (7.5m/min)
Acceleration0.2G, 0.1G, 0.05G
Software resolutionRML-1 mode: 0.0004″(0.01mm ), NC-code mode: 0.00004″ (0.001mm)
Mechanical resolution0.00004” (0.001mm)
Positioning accuracy+/-0.004″/12″(+/-0.1mm/300mm), under no-load conditions
Repeat accuracy+/-0.0019″(+/-0.05mm), under no-load conditions+/-0.0008″(+/-0.02mm), under no-load conditions
Origin reproducibility (when the power is switched on/off)+/-0.0019″ (+/-0.05mm)+/-0.0008″ (+/-0.02m)
Spindle motorDC brushless motor, maximum 400W
Spindle speed400 to 12,000 rpm; 400 to 3,000 rpm for positioning and centering
Tool chuckTool holder format, Taper shank: JBS4002 15T
Control command setsRML-1 and NC codes
InterfaceUSB (compliant with Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 1.1)
Power supplyVoltage and frequency: AC 100 to 120 V/220 to 240 V +/-10%, 50/60 Hz
Required power capacity: 7A (100 to 120V)/4A (220 to 240V)
Power consumptionApprox. 700W
Acoustic noise levelDuring operation (no cutting): 65dB (A) or less, during standby: 40dB (A) or less (according to ISO 7779)
DimensionsWidth x depth x height: 29.3 x 37.6 x 33.8″ (745 x 955 x 858mm)Width x depth x height: 30.1 x 37.6 x 33.8″ (765 x 955 x 858mm)
Weight249lb (109kg)
Operating temperature41 to 104F (5 to 40C)
Operating humidity35 to 80% (no condensation)
Included itemsHandy panel, power cord, tool sensor, sensor cable, nut, nut wrench, wrench, hexagonal wrenches, Roland Software CD-ROM, SRP Player CD-ROM, User’s Manual, Roland Software Guide, SRP Player Installation and Setup Guide, NC Code Reference Manual, and Automatic Tool Changer (Refer to the ZAT-540 specs below.)

 

 Automatic Tool Changer (ZAT-540)
Number of tools housed4
Maximum tool length4.3” (110mm)
Maximum tool diameter0.4” (10mm)
Maximum tool weight0.77lb (350g)
Tool-holder formatTaper shank: JBS4002 15T
Tool-selection methodDirect-changing type, fixed-address specification
Compatible compressed air102 to 145 psi, 1.8CFM (0.7 to 1.0 MPa, 50 L/min or higher)
Spindle speed400 to 12,000 rpm; 400 to 3,000 rpm for positioning and centering
Weight15lb (6.8kg) (total weight including spindle, magazine, control box, etc.)
Included itemsControl box, magazine unit, ATC spindle, air cylinder, base plate, Z-origin sensor, spacer, cap screws, hexagonal wrenches, retaining bands, cable retainers, and user’s manual

 

* When the T-slot table is installed, length is 297 mm (11.7 in.).
  When the ZCL-540 is installed, the X-axis travels of the MDX-540 are as follows.
     • Standard table, no ATC unit: 285 mm (11.2 in.)/325 mm (12.7 in.) (with expanded X-axis travel)
     • Standard table, ATC unit present: 270 mm (10.6 in.)/325 mm (12.7 in.) (with expanded X-axis travel)
     • T-slot table, no ATC unit: 218 mm (8.5 in.)/258 mm (10.1 in.) (with expanded X-axis travel)
     • T-slot table, ATC unit present: 203 mm (7.9 in.)/258 mm (10.1 in.) (with expanded X-axis travel)