Machine tools - cosmotec

Refrigeration systems for machine tools

Modern production processes use more and more high-tech machine tools characterized by maximum precision and increasingly high cutting speeds.

The thermal loads induced by friction can cause a number of undesirable effects
Without proper cooling, the thermal loads induced by friction between rotating components in the spindle of a CNC machine can cause a number of undesirable effects:

The thermo-elastic deformation of the spindle, due to different expansion of the bearings with respect to the axes, has negative effects on the dimensional tolerance of the piece, increasing the number of rejects and in some cases leading to the blocking of the machine tool.

Process instability resulting in surface defects due to changes in bearing preload
Decrease of available electric motor power due to decreasing flux density
Reduction in electric motor life due to faster aging of insulating materials
Reduction in bearing life due to increased wear

Advantages of a liquid chiller

The requirements for optimal machine tool cooling are changing as a result of emerging trends in motor spindles, such as increased spindle power and power density. Higher power leads to shorter machining times due to increased cutting speed, but this generates higher heat loads, which must be disposed effectively.

Effective temperature control of the spindle, workpiece and tools enables both high machining accuracy and the ability to dissipate the high thermal loads associated with ever higher cutting speeds. Another important advantage is the increased service life of the motor, bearings and cutting tools, resulting in reduced production costs. Proper cooling of the cutting fluid also reduces the heat input to the workpiece during machining, minimizing variations in dimensional tolerance and therefore scrap.

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What Cosmotec products offer?

Cosmotec liquid chillers represent an optimal solution for the cooling of machine tools, they are designed to operate continuously and reliably and comply with the highest energy efficiency standards defined by the Ecodesign ErP 2021 regulation. They provide adequate protection against the ingress of dust and water by offering IP54 degrees of protection. Cosmotec liquid chillers allow to meet a wide range of application needs as they offer numerous options and configurations such as:

Energy Efficiency: all liquid chillers comply with the limits required by ErP2021 – SEPR HT (UE) 2016/2281 – SEPR MT (UE) 2015/1095.
Extended Operating Limits
For outdoor installations: the electrical panel manufactured in compliance with EN 60204 and with IP54 protection degree allows the outdoor installation of all the units
Corrosion protection: the HDPE plastic tank, the hydraulic circuit and the non-ferrous (stainless steel/polymer) pump are corrosion-free and preserve the purity of the process fluid
LASERPACK ±0,5K and ±0,1K
Electronic Expansion Valve
EC Brushless Axial fans
Inverter centrifugal pumps
Standard automatic hydraulic bypass valve
Dynamic set point with standard room probe
Bi-frequency versions 50/60 Hz
60 Hz UL versions