IG 480 SD Rotary Surface Grinder

The IG 480 SD is a powerful rotary surface grinder can take on large parts and tough materials with ease.

  • 48″ variable strength electromagnetic chuck with auto demag cycle
  • 50HP variable speed grinding spindle motor
  • Thru-spindle vacuum/pressure feed
  • Integral air mist collection and coolant flow systems for clean and consistent grinding
  • Programmable touch screen HMI controls
  • Manual pulse generator for precise Z-axis positioning
  • Internal memory for saving grind process recipes to aid in quick changeover
  • Password protection and operator lock-out features
  • Automatic routine maintenance reminders
  • 120″ x 82″ Footprint

Countless customization options supported by an in-house engineering team ready to build the perfect machine for your application!

IG 480 SD. Large Capacity. Precise Control.

The IG 480 SD is our largest capacity and most powerful DCM style surface grinder. Featuring a 48” diameter electromagnetic chuck with configuration features of through table vacuum, air or hydraulic clamping.

The variable speed 50HP grinding spindle provides exceptional grinding performance for both conventional and superabrasives.

Grinding Applications

DCM rotary surface grinders outperform conventional surface grinders and are efficient for removing large amounts of material, while maintaining close tolerances and reducing process time.

The IG 480 SD includes features such as variable feedrate & spindle speed, single or multi-step grinding, and easily programmable grind processes. These features make this machine an ideal platform for processing a wide range of materials.

Materials

  • Ceramics
    • Silicon Nitride, Zirconia, Alumina, Carbide, Silicon carbide (SiC), Tungsten, and other compounded materials
  • Carbide
  • Ceramic
  • Copper
  • Aluminum
  • Cast Iron
  • Nitrided Steel
  • Crystalline Materials
    • Quartz, Fused Silica, Glass, Sapphire, Zinc Selenide, Zerodur, Silicon
  • Tool Steel
  • Titanium
  • Neodymium
  • Ferrite
  • Composites
  • Magnetic Materials

Applications

  • Fixture & die preparation
  • Grinding glass plates to thickness
  • Crystal grinding
  • Solenoids
  • Silicon plates, ceramics, glass, and sapphire
  • Regrinding bearing surfaces
  • Grind prep before lapping & polishing processes

Specifications

Motors
Grinding Spindle Motor 50HP, 200 – 1180rpm
Rotary Table Motor 3HP, 5 – 70rpm
Servo Column Motor 5KW
Coolant Pump 3/4HP, 45gpm
Table
Diameter 48″
Table Features Thru-spindle vacuum/pressure feed
Variable strength 3/4″ fine pole electromagnetic chuck
Contact a DCM Technical Specialist for custom table & fixturing options
Capacity
Max Swing Diameter 52″
Max Part Height 12″ segmented wheel
Max Part Height 10-1/2″ 2A2T wheel
Grinding Wheel Options
2A2T Suberabrasive or Conventional Segments 26″ diameter
Cortland Style Hub & Segment 26″ diameter
Ask a DCM Technical Specialist about our wide variety of wheels
Feed System
Servo driven Z-axis with precision ballscrew and encoder
Feedrate variable from 0.0006 IPM to 0.1000 IPM
DC motor driven Y-axis
Electrical Requirements
460V, 50/60Hz, 3 phase, 109.98 FLA
Consult DCM Engineering regarding operation on other voltages or other options
Dimensions
120″ wide, 82″ deep, 88″ high
Weight
14,500lbs (estimated)

Before you decide, our Engineering Team will validate the performance of any DCM style grinder on your specific material. We invite you to send us a sample of your material or come visit our factory to run the machine and see the results firsthand

After you purchase, a Technical Specialist from DCM will come to your facility to set up the machine and train your technical staff and machine operators.

As a DCM customer, you can count on the full support off our Technical Specialists and Engineering Team when you need it. If you have any questions our reliable team will make sure you get the answers you need, when you need them.

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