Agathon AG 

EVO PENTA

EVO PENTA

Evo Penta - High-precision 5-axis grinding center for the machining of indexable inserts with complex geometries

The Evo Penta concept

• Proven design with good accessibility
• Extended travel ranges and swivel angles for the production of complex geometries without re-clamping
• Proven Penta Workpiece spindle head
• Direct drives with optimized performance for the X, Y and C axes
• Internal and external dressing devices can be combined
• Grinding wheel diameter 400 mm
• Grinding area separated from handling area
• Two trays in the work area for separation of blank and finished parts

Ease of use

• Workpiece spindle head close to machine front for better access
• Consistent Agathon operating philosophy and software
• Unique, domain-specific programming language for indexable inserts
• Simple Re-teach
• Proven, perfectly integrated automation
• Comprehensive training program for programming, operation and maintenance

Selected options

• Electro-erosion conditioning process (PowerGrind)
• Robust U-axis for in-process cleaning, sharpening and profiling
• 2D force measurement system for normal and tangential forces for the process definition, optimization and control
• Extensive possibilities for Connectivity and Data Management
• Vision system for parts alignment and spot recognition
• 3D measuring probe: Additional X-Y-Z measuring probe for the measurement of workpiece properties in clamped condition

The outstanding advantages of Evo Penta

• Low cost per workpiece
• Shorter grinding times thanks to very high material removal rates
• Short transfers due to agile handling and internal dressing
• Complete machining without re-clamping
• Standardized, compatible Agathon tools
• Fast product change due to offline programming and graphic simulation
• Up to 50% cycle time reduction with PowerGrind
• Low-maintenance components

Flexibility (materials, process, geometries)

• ended swivel angles and travel ranges for significantly more geometries
• ands on both sides without re-clamping
• xis for wide range of workpieces and geometries
• e combination of various dressing methods
• gest possible range of applications from IC 3.96 mm to OD 50mm
• ted for all common indexable insert materials

Maximum availability

• High autonomy with storage for up to 16 trays
• State-of-the-art, low-maintenance drives
• Short changeover/set-up times
• Designed and manufactured in Switzerland
• Fast, competent and efficient teleservice and on-site field service