Turn-mill center for high-performance machining of small workpieces

The INDEX G160 is an innovative turn-mill center in a class of iits own. Especially when it comes to efficient production of small workpieces with high complexity and variability. Based on a rigid and vibration-damping machine bed made of gray cast iron and large-dimension linear guides in the X, Y, and Z axes, this series stands for state-of-the-art machine engineering and delivers excellent machining results with high productivity.

The INDEX G160 is equipped with two identical work spindles. Three tool carriers, combined with a large tool capacity, ensure maximum process reliability with minimal setup effort. With up to 16 productive axes, this modern turn-mill center offers exceptional flexibility for the complete machining of complex workpieces.

The generously sized work area is unique in this class and impresses with its sophisticated features that allow simultaneous machining using all three tool carriers while minimizing the risk of collisions. The smooth, steeply sloped stainless-steel interior paneling ensures optimal chip flow.

INDEX provides optimal solutions for flexible and efficient production. Throughout the product development process, INDEX experts leverage years of experience from many industries. Products and processes are then tailored to specific customer needs through feasibility studies, efficiency analyses, and, above all, close collaboration with the customer. INDEX products are modular in design and highly flexible, giving customers access to an extensive modular system for a solution that perfectly matches their application.

The INDEX G160 turn-mill center delivers top performance for customers in the automotive, medical technology, aerospace, and precision engineering sectors—combining high availability and process reliability to provide a complete solution for high-performance machining of small workpieces.

With the optional robot cell iXcenter, blanks and/or finished parts can be loaded and unloaded quickly, safely, and flexibly.The robot cell is docked ergonomically to the machine. It can be moved easily to the right during the setup process, allowing unobstructed access to the work area.

In production mode, the iXcenter is fixed in position in front of the machine. The robot accesses the work area via the machine’s automatic door. As an option, part handling between the robot and the machine-integrated automation can be carried out via a separate access hatch using a handshake interface.

Downstream processes such as cleaning, measuring, labeling, and more can be integrated into the robot cell.

The INDEX G160 turn-mill center impresses with its well-designed cooling concept. Waste heat generated in the spindles, the hydraulic unit, and the electrical cabinet is efficiently removed from the machine via a central fluid circuit. This improves temperature stability and supports a precise and reliable machining process.