Essentially the DECO 2000 concept successfully combines the benefits of cam-operated lathes speed, reliability, and productivity with the strengths of CNC automatic lathes flexibility, versatility, and precision.
The concept is based on three core elements:
• PNC-DECO Parallel Numerical Control
• TB-DECO Programming Software
• Optimized mechanics
There are two fundamental ideas:
• Parallel operation of all processes
• The elimination of non-productive time during machining.
The PNC-DECO Parallel Numerical Control
The PNC-DECO control contains two innovations:
• A central clock that acts as an "electronic cam"
• Virtual electronic cams
Big gain:
• The DECO 2000 machine can have four tools cutting simultaneously two turning tools and an end-working tool at the main spindle, and a back-working tool at the sub-spindle
• The more complex the part geometry and the longer the part program, the greater the advantage of the DECO 2000
TB-DECO Programming Software
The patented and dedicated TB-DECO programming software can handle all the functions and methods used on sliding headstock automatics. Its latest version, featuring 32-bit processing, runs under Windows® NT, 2000, 98, and 95.
Although it is a new concept, our customers are finding it simple to learn and operate. For those familiar with conventional CNC programming, its even easier. Plus, our Tornos programming experts are always available to answer your questions.
Optimized Mechanics
DECO 2000 machines may be setup in different configurations from simple part applications requiring turning, cross drilling/cross milling tools to complex ones featuring end-working tools, a secondary spindle, and back-working tools. The sub-spindle is totally independent and not tied to the end-working tools. Most customers opt for the complex setup.
Turning with two tools simultaneously can be done, with the tools being separately interpolable. Four back-working positions with fixed or driven spindles operate during the main spindles operating cycle. The complex version of the DECOs can manage up to 12 axes simultaneously. Both spindles have programmable spindle positioning for milling operations and C-axis indexing. Tools move from one location to another smoothly, which reduces wear on the mechanics.
