Index Corp.

14700 North Pointe Boulevard Noblesville, IN 46060. U.S.A

Index B500

INDEX B500

Universal turning machine

INDEX B500 - Universal turning at the highest level

Universal lathe for precise and powerful machining

Machine highlights

Your benefits

Clearly structured and ergonomic work area concept
Rigid mineral cast bed in 45° block design for high accuracy
Work spindle with belt drive for high torques
Bar capacity dia. 102 mm, chuck up to dia. 400 mm
Orthogonal, linear Y-axis for high accuracy
NC tailstock with electrically controlled axis

Structured machine design
The INDEX B500 represents a logical further development of proven manufacturing solutions within the INDEX Group. Individually equipped, this new flexible universal lathe takes its place both in tooling and prototyping, but also in production Decades of accumulated know-how is reflected in numerous design details, such as in a pocket in the panel above the mainspindle which ensures collision-free use of long boring bars.

The components

Main spindle

Bar diameter 102 mm, chuck up to dia. 400 mm
Speed 3150 rpm• Spindle power 30 kW (40%)
Torque 910 Nm (40%)
Holding brake for indexing the axis

Star turret and compound slide setup

12 live tool stations• VDI 40 according to DIN 69880 with patented W-serration
X 360 mm / Y ±60 mm / turning length Z up to max. 750 mm
5,400 rpm, 10.5 kW, 37 Nm (25%)

NC tailstock

electronically freely positionable
generously dimensioned roller guides
electronically adjustable pressure force up to 10,000 N
Cone center MK 5 or SK 30

Counter spindle

Spindle clearance dia. 82 mm, chuck up to dia. 250 mm
Speed max. 3,150 rpm
Spindle power 15 kW (40% duty cycle)
Torque 204 Nm (40% duty cycle)
Holding brake for indexing the axis

Ergonomic operating concept

The generously dimensioned work area ensures best accessibility for setup of the INDEX B500. Main spindle and tool turret can be accessed easily allowing fast and flexible setup and changeover. The sophisticated work area concept with steep-sloping and smooth covers provides for the ideal chip flow and prevents chip nests.

Highlights