Ultra-Precision
Lathe

ULTRA-PRECISION
MICRO MILL

Glass Press
Mold

Horizontal
Drum Lathe

ULTRA-PRECISION
Jig Grinder

SINGLE POINT
DIAMOND TURNING

MICRO
GRINDING

MICRO
MILLING

Glass Press
Molding

JIG
GRINDING

Midsize Diamond Turning Lathe

MIDSIZE DIAMOND TURNING LATHE

Our mid-size lathe option. If your application fits within a 450mm diameter swing capacity (larger available upon request), this machine may be the ideal solution for your ultra precision needs. The larger slides make this system suitable for both diamond turning and grinding while enabling larger multi-tool production setups. Applications include the manufacture of components used in a wide variety of markets such as electro-optics, aerospace, defense, consumer electronics, bearing, and computer industries.

Optional C Rotary with Linear Y
or Rotary B Axis

Expansion of the basic 2-axis system is simple. One can have up to 4 axes of continuous path motion via the addition of C & B or C & Y. The C-axis motion control of the work spindle enables toric, biconic, and other freeform surfaces to be machined “on-axis” via our Slow Slide Servo (S3) process. Our Oil Hydrostatic Rotary B-axis or removable Vertical Linear Oil Hydrostatic Y- axis can be configured independently on the Z-axis carriage for future added flexibility.

Mechanical Design Strengths

The system was developed with the latest “precision engineered” designs and components, including high stiffness oil hydrostatic bearing slide ways, and state-of-the-art linear motor drives with sinusoidal drive amplifiers. Features a monolitic composite epoxy-granite base structure with integral coolant troughs and embedded carbide fiber reinforcement.style oil hydrostatic slide ways with linear motor drives are engineered into a low center of gravity framework for maximum mechanical stability.

Exclusive “Impact Resistant”
Air Bearing Work Spindle

This ideal center mounted thrust plate design, engineered for both heavy loads and high throughput applications, now includes the added benefits of porous graphite. Motion accuracies are guaranteed to less than 12.5nm throughout its 10,000 rpm speed range with total liquid cooling for long term thermal stability.

NanoSMART® Windows Based Interactive HMI Control System

Featuring a high speed 64 bit Delta Tau PowerPMAC, this motion controller is the industry’s first touch / swipe gesture “smart” screen display. Three customizable 22″ wide screens are accessible by swiping left or right from the main screen. Now you have the option to easily create and save your own custom user friendly interface screens to satisfy a particular individual’s preference or a specific application. 5GB program file sizes, 4X faster processing speeds, remote diagnostics and an industry leading 8 picometer feedback resolution combine to make the new Nanotech 450UPLv2 the most operator friendly high performance mid-size diamond turning system available. We welcome you to experience the difference for yourself!

450UPLv3 LATHE STYLE

MACHINE ACCESSORIES

AVAILABLE OPTIONAL AXES
MAIN MACHINE OPTIONS
ADDITIONAL ACCESSORY OPTIONS

ROTARY C-AXIS CAPABILITY FOR WORK SPINDLE

One of our most diverse and popular options which allows continuous path contouring using X, Z, & C axes. This option is used for single point diamond machining of toric & freeform surfaces via Nanotech’s “Slow-Slide-Servo” (S³)  machining process. Note: S³ machining requires Nanotech’s NanoCAM4-3T or suitable software for generation of X, Z, C file formats.

OIL HYDROSTATIC ROTARY B-AXIS

Fully constrained oil hydrostatic rotary bearing option. This axis utilizes a direct drive brushless DC rotary motor and high resolution encoder. Positioning accuracy of +/- 1.0 arc second and feedback resolution of 0.005 arc seconds. Radial and axial motion errors are guaranteed to ≤ 100nm. Includes pneumatic / mechanical brake.

POLAR TOOL COORDINATE (PTC)

B-axes are typically used for Tool Normal Machining, whereby the diamond tool tip is positioned over the center of B-axis following Nanotech’s simple procedure. PTC is an optional programming software package that facilitates tool setups by allowing the center of the tool radius to be offset from the center of rotation of the B axis.

REMOVABLE OIL HYDROSTATIC VERTICAL LINEAR Y-AXIS

Removable Y-axis for the Nanotech 250 or 450UPL. This oil hydrostatic vertical slide has 100mm of vertical travel, 0.01 nanometer programming and 8 picometer feedback resolution. It also features an adaptive air bearing counterbalance for optimum performance when adding and removing parts from its mounting shelf.

NanoCAM4 PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE

The most comprehensive ultra precision CAM Programming software available. A result of decades of customer interactions and diamond turning industry expertise, N4 compliments the many advanced capabilities of Nanotech’s systems of today and in the future.

WORKPIECE MEASUREMENT AND ERROR COMPENSATION SYSTEM (WECS)

With free software upgrades for life via our FTP site, WECS is a valuable accessory upgrade for on machine form measurement & correction to less than 0.1µm. WECS has continuously evolved to improve both efficiency and capabilities. Recent additions include the ability to bypass a hole at center, a skip point function for fast surface measurements, and freeform data capturing.

NFTS-6000 FAST TOOL SERVO

Our Fast Tool Servo (NFTS-6000) is used for machining of specific freeform applications such as micro-structuring on surfaces. This closed loop system has 6mm of total travel (+/-3mm). It includes a custom micro-height adjustment stage with +/- 2.58 mm travel and adjustment resolution of 0.14 µm/degree (5.6µ”/degree). NanoCAM4³T freeform programming software is required.

TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED AIR SHOWER

Our latest Air Shower Temperature Control System is capable of providing a 20:1 improvement in temperature variation for the machine’s upper enclosure. Features Solid State Thermo Electric Technology (TEC) thereby eliminating the need for any refrigerant coolant!

10K RPM GRINDING SPINDLE

The 10,000 RPM grinding spindle is an air bearing motorized design that can handle larger size grinding wheels for larger components or larger size fly-cutting wheels for raster machining. The spindle is liquid cooled for thermal stability.

60K RPM MILLING/GRINDING SPINDLE

This 60,000 RPM spindle is an air bearing motorized design that can handle small to medium size grinding wheels. It is also the preferred choice for optical micro-milling applications such as aspheric lens arrays. The spindle is liquid cooled for thermal stability.

FLOOD COOLANT PUMPING SYSTEM

This coolant pumping system is used in applications where flood coolant is desired. The system is capable of delivering precision controlled coolant flow to the desired cutting zone. Unit can also supply temperature controlled coolant through the addition of an optional chiller system.

VACUUM CHUCKS

Three different size vacuum chucks are available. These aluminum chucks are typically mounted to the workspindle and contain 12 radial balancing holes. (100, 150, or 200mm diameter available).

FLYCUTTER HEADS

We offer two fly-cutting heads designs. The simplest form is shown here and is typically used for raster machining. The second design allows for independent adjustment of rake and tow on the diamond tool.

WORK SPINDLE CHILLER

Spindle chillers are required for thermal stability of the main work spindle and also any grinding or milling spindles. This chiller operates at 200 / 230 V single phase plugs into a dedicated outlet. It is integrated on the machine controller for performance monitoring.

NanoBALANCE® SOFTWARE

Displayed on machine controller for assisting the user in dynamic balancing of the work spindle. NanoBalance offers a flexible user interface that supports the most common balancing methods including single weight, test mass & balance screws.

NanoMETER®

Three channel On-Screen digital amplifier is available for use with LVDT probes and the electronic gage head. This software comes standard with WECS package or can be purchased as a separate accessory.

ELECTRONIC GAUGE HEAD/MAGNETIC STAND

Commonly used to indicate part diameters or precision fixtures to position their centers on (optical) axis of the work spindle. Works with NanoMETER on screen amplifier gauge.

MICRO-HEIGHT ADJUST TOOL HOLDER

High stiffness micro-height adjust tool holder with coarse & fine adjustment. Allows user to precisely adjust the tool height for placement on optical center. Our flexure design holds tool rake angle constant.

DUAL NOSE TOOL HOLDER

Ideal for small part production applications so multiple diamond tools can be set-up to optimize the available space on Z-axis table. Independent coarse & fine tool height adjustment. Includes base plate spacer for proper nominal tool height.

CNC PROGRAMMABLE TOOLING STAGE

Programmable height adjustment for multiple tools. Total vertical travel of 25mm with a Bi-directional repeatability of 0.1µm and linear resolution of 1.2nm. Simply use control pendant to quickly establish proper tool set up heights with MPG wheel or incremental buttons.

OPTICAL TOOL SETTING SYSTEM (OTS)

Complete cable free system with integrated power & I/O communications. Features Nanotech’s Automatic Edge Detection Technology which eliminates the need for manual selection of data points on cutting edge. The result is faster and more accurate tool setting. Light weight at 2Kg (4 lbs) and able to find tool center position and radius quickly to less than 1µm total system repeatability.

SPRAY MIST COOLANT SYSTEM

Complete system with tank, spray nozzles and magnetic mixer base to deliver smooth flowing coolant to the cutting surface. The standard system includes two nozzles, but can be configured with 2, 4 or 6 independently programmable mist nozzles.

STAINLESS STEEL COOLANT SHROUD

Mounts directly to the spindle housing to minimize cleanup time. Captures majority of slurry & chips throughout the machining process. Ideal for IR lens production, the shroud features a removable top half for easy access to the workpiece.

SELF LEVELING SYSTEM

Provides self maintenance of the machine’s air isolation system to ensure both proper float and table levelness as weight is added or removed from either the Z-axis slide or main work spindle.

PART CENTERING DEVICE (PCD)

Eliminate manually indicating of each part. Accurately position your parts on the spindle centerline automatically. Positioning accuracy to 1µm is accomplished within 30 seconds when starting from a decentered value of 0.5mm. User friendly software with 3 operation modes.

HIGH RESOLUTION 3D TOUCH PROBE

Enables on-machine mechanical measurement of diameters and center thicknesses via a ruby tipped probe with a resolution of +/- 0.25μm. Measurements can be linked directly to production part programs for automatic adjustment when needed prior to removing the finished part from the spindle.

HAND HELD OPERATOR PENDANT

This hand held controller provides the operator with the flexibility of having a portable remote pendant. Its long cord provides ample freedom to adjust axes positions while being close to the workpiece. Includes docking station for storage when not in use.

NanoTEMP

Portable 16 channel precision temperature monitoring system. Software is included as part of our Air Temperature Control System or this accessory can be purchase as a separate stand alone item. Multiple probe options available.

BORING BAR TOOL HOLDER

Micro-Height Adjust Tool Holders with large boring bars for reaching the required machining surface in specific applications.

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WE QUANTIFY RESULTS THE WAY YOU DO!

Always measured on the same surface, after same finish pass.

Sub-nanometer Surfaces Finishes, Sub-micron Form
Directly Off the Machine in a Wide Variety of Materials!

Diamond Turned XZ Standard Acceptance Test Part

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