automatic honing machine

high-volume production sunnen high-volume bore sizing and finishing systems typically use automation to minimize labor costs and improve production rates. most of these systems run two to three shifts per day. low-mainten......high-volume production sunnen high-volume bore sizing and finishing systems typically use automation to minimize labor costs and improve production rates. most of these systems run two to three shifts per day. low-maintenance designs keep the machines running and reduce costs. high-production tooling with field reloadable abrasive stones are available to optimize cycle time and minimize cost per part. ml-5000 power stroked honing machine sunnens fully-load ml-5000 is built for speed and precision. the ml-5000 is the most advanced horizontal power stroked honing machine on the market. two unique standard features, programmable stroke contro and cycle time control, ensure that the ml-5000 produces the highest quality, consistent results as it optimizes production time. programmable stroke control eliminates taper by allowing the honing tool to dwell or short stroke at either end of the bore. this feature assures optimum geometry, even when finishing difficult parts such aas those with blind holes. cycle time control is like cruise control on a honing machine. it assures increased productivity by automatically adjusting feed pressure to optimize abrasive performance. the ml-5000 is up to six times faster than i.d. grinding and can be set up in half the time for greatly increased production efficiencies. in addition, the ml-5000 delivers better bore geometry and produces the desirable oil-bearing crosshatch finish. features/benefits can be used with sunnens turbohone multi-stone mandrels for fast stock removal. high cutting pressure and fast surface speed with the powerful 4,1 kw (5.5 hp) spindle motor. fast, easy setup. complete setup is handled from the front of the machine without rasing a cover. no chucks or fixtures or special tooling required. automatic stone-wear compensator allows the feedup control to compensate for stone wear automatically during each cycle, improving ease of operation and increasing production. vertical control panel allows easier use. there are no contacts or switches to maintain.