Description:

Used WEEKE BP-85 ATC Optimat Point to Point CNC Machining Center (1999)

Weeke's BP-85 is a truly industrial machine designed primarily for point to-
point boring and machining of flat components without special
workpiece fixtures.

Weeke is uncompromising with high quality standards. They are an IS0
9001 certified machine tool builder. Weeke uses world class suppliers for
critical items not made in house. In fact, most of the externally sourced
components are sold and serviced on a worldwide basis and, of course,
here in the US. Insistence on quality and highly industrialized
components results in a very stable process--one that requires a minimum
of inspection, preventive maintenance, or repair.

The BP-85 is constructed on a steel frame, with heavy steel ribs (gusset
plates) welded to the frame inside the base to insure stability. The design
and substantial mass provide a solid vibration-free platform for the
machining head. The head rides on THK linear motion guides. In fact, the
X-, Y-, and Z-axes are all supported on THK machine tool guides. THK
guides were designed to produce straight line tracking at high travel rates,
with outstanding stability--both in the radial and side directions. The X-axis
is driven by a zero-backlash, pre-loaded, helically ground rack and
pinion gear system. The Y and Z-axes are driven by high precision ball
screw. Indramat solid state drives and brushless AC servo motors are
utilized to move the axes.

The BP-85 features a Windows-based control with intuitive programming
software.

Vertical Boring with 11 Individually Selectable Spindles
Seven (7) spindles are aligned in the X-axis and are typically utilized for
row holes. There are also four (4) spindles aligned in the Y-axis. All
spindles are on 32 mm center distances. The spindles utilize standard
boring bits, 70 mm long, up to 20 mm in diameter, with 10 mm diameter
smooth shanks. The vertical boring gear box is driven by a 1.5 kW motor.

Horizontal Boring with Six Individually Selectable Spindles
The horizontal boring block has six (6) spindles. The drill spindles are
positioned, two (2) to the left, two (2) to the right, one (1) to the front, and
one (1) to the back of the machine head. (0, 90, 180 and 270 degrees).

Vertical Routing With Automatic Tool Changer (ATC)
A 6.0 kW vertical router motor with an automatic tool changer (ATC) is
located on the right side of the spindle carriage. The spindle motor utilizes
grease sealed ceramic bearings for higher performance and maximum
bearing life. This spindle also uses the HSK63 standard for the taper in
the spindle and the accompanying tool holders. The HSK63 design is the
latest technology in tool holding systems and has been proven to be stiffer
(less deflection) and much more accurate than conventional tapered shank
designs, especially at high rpms. Additionally, the exceptional mass and
rigidity of the machine's frame helps the router achieve a good surface
finish with high feed rates and long tool life.
The router motor is equipped with a ride-along automatic tool changer to
perform tooling changes during program execution. This function can be a
great advantage when different tool diameters and/or profiles are required
to complete a given workpiece. A magazine for six (6) tools rides along on
the spindle carriage. The magazine accepts HSK63 tool holders with
tapered shanks. HSK63 is available in left or right rotation (CW or CCW),
with a complete selection of collet sizes in inch or metric increments.
Two (2) HSK63 tool holders are included with the machine (with two (2)
collets and a set of wrenches). Additional tool holders and collets are
available and are quoted under optional equipment.

Frequency Inverter
A solid state frequency inverter manufactured by KEB is utilized to power
the router. The inverter output is programmable through the control with
constant power from 9000 rpm to 18000 rpm. Spindle rotation, RH or LH,
is also programmable. The inverter has a 13.0 KVA power rating.

Grooving Saw
The X-axis grooving saw is powered by a 1.5 kW, 60 Hz motor. It is
installed at the front of the machining head. Maximum recommended
cross section of material to be removed with the saw is 50 mm2. A
100 mm diameter saw blade may be utilized.

Dust Extraction
Dust extraction is provided by a central dust collection manifold. The
connection port at the back of the manifold is 200 mm diameter.

Panel Support Benches
Six (6) panel support benches are supplied with the machine and have two
(2) vacuum pods each. The support benches have a manual release
conveniently located on the front to disengage the brakes for X-axis
adjustment. The vacuum pods are 140 mm x 115 mm x 100 mm. With
six (6) support benches and both left and right zero stops, it is possible to
load the machine with two (2) workpieces at a time.

Vacuum Pump
A powerful vacuum pump with 40 cubic meters/hour capacity is suitable
for both raw board (particleboard/MDF) and finished material (melamine
or plastic laminate).

Perimeter Fence
A perimeter fence helps prevent accidental intrusion from the ends or back
of the machine.

Safety Mats
Safety mats will assist in stopping the machine if the operator enters the
working area while the machining head is in operation. The mats are
divided into two (2) working zones so you may load or unload parts at one
end of the machine while the machine continues to work on the opposite
end.

Weeke 2000-PC
The machine is equipped with the Weeke 2000-PC continuous path
control with intuitive programming software. The Weeke control features
a graphic operator interface with icons to simplify operation.
Programming is with simple coordinates or by the entry of formulas to
define the relationship between panel size and hole locations (parametric
programming). Some of the features of the Weeke 2000-PC CNC control
include the following:

Personal Computer (PC) for operator interface
PC is a Windows '95 based Pentium machine
1.0 GB hard drive
16 MB of RAM
floppy disk drive 3.5"
high resolution color graphics (VGA) with 14" color monitor
full function industrial keyboard
bar code reader interface and software included
simultaneous three-axis linear control
optional EtherNET interface for local area network (connection to
office PCs)
fully compatible and integrated with Holzma Cut-Rite Plus software
report generation software included
post processor for Cabnetware, Cabinet Vision, and Pattern Systems
Software included
RS-232 serial interface for simple PC connection

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Number of vertical drilling spindles: 11
Vertical drilling spindle power: 1.5kW
Number of horizontal drilling spindles: 6
Horizontal drilling spindle power: 1.5kW
ATC router spindle power: 6.0kW
Tool magazine capacity: 6 tools
HSK63 tool holder supplied: 2
Collet for HSK63 tool holder: 2
X-axis grooving saw power: 1.5kW
Saw blade diameter required: 100mm
Number of panel support benches: 6
Number of vacuum pumps per bench/total: 2/12
Vacuum pump capacity: 40M3/hr
Length of machine: 4600mm
Width of machine: 3000mm
Height of machine: 2000mm
Working height - top of vacuum pods: 920mm
Working length: 2750mm
Working width - support bench width: 900mm
Max. panel thickness for proper tool clearance: 60mm
Max. drilling depth for through holes: 38mm
Machine weight: 3000kg
Axis stroke; Positioning speed for X-axis: 3105mm; 60M/min
Axis stroke; Positioning speed for Y-axis: 1020mm; 50M/min
Axis stroke; Positioning speed for Z-axis: 130mm; 20M/min

Electrical connection: 210, 240 or 480 volt, 3-phase, 60 Hz.
240 volt requires 60 amp service
480 volt requires 30 amp service
Voltage supplied must not fluctuate in excess of +/- 5% of its stated value.
Dust extraction: 200 mm diameter connection, 2000 cfm.
Compressed air connection: 1/2"
Ambient temperature operating range: 50 F - 100 F