Hi all:
In the process of retrofitting my CNC lathe I need to solve the turret problem. From the turret base to its center there are 80mm.
The lathe comes with a Sauter Turret which is 25 years old. It has a 380 V A.C. motor. If I was to use this turret I would have to install a transformer to raise voltage from 220V to 380V. I would also had to figure out all the logic so that I could program it with the PLC. The turret is unidirectional. An alternative would to replace the A.C. motor with a servo. This can be messy mechanically.
I have also checked for new turrets. I have asked for quotes to Sauter, Duplomatic, Dorian and Pragati. So far I have only got firm quote from Pragati in India. The turret (w/o the disk) sells for about 1000 USD which to me does not look expensive.
http://www.pragati-automation.com/en/product/turrets/btp/btp80.shtmlDoes any one had any experience with Pragati, or have any ideas regarding this subject?
Thanks,
Jorge