OMAX Rotary Axis User Manual

ACCESSORIES

ROTARY AXIS

OMAX Rotary Axis

The Rotary Axis is a robust, waterproof rotary head that allows the abrasive waterjet to cut 6-axis* paths to create complex 3D
shapes. Constant rotational control allows for continuous cutting around a shape. Advanced software features in the Intelli-MAX
Software Suite grants the ability to cut complex shapes and angles when used in conjunction with the A-Jet® articulated cutting
head. Precision rotations offer accurate cutting of multi-faceted shapes and other geometric-shaped materials. The Rotary Axis can
be mounted on any OMAX JetMachining® Center, signicantly expanding the cutting capabilities.

*6-axis cutting requires A-Jet or Tilt-A-Jet

FEATURES

• Fully submersible rotary head

• Multiple mounting features on output shaft including external and internal

threads, anges, and locating shoulders

• Powered by OMAX common table control

• Flexible positioning of the mounting and supports

• Easy maintenance with external grease ttings

• Built-in water drip sensor, warning lights, and shutdown

• Incremental or coordinated continuous rotation

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BENEFITS

• Provides the ability for submerged cutting, leading to a cleaner and quieter

process

• Robust standard ACME and metric threads allow customers to adapt custom

work holding xtures

• Can be relocated at various positions of the table, permitting sheet cutting

and rotary cutting without removing the rotary head

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Combines precision of abrasive waterjet and rotary head technologies

• Opens up more design capabilities

• Eliminates heat-affected zones when cutting metal materials

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ROTARY AXIS

When used with the A-Jet, oblique angle and bevel-edged
holes can be cut along the circumference of pipes.

ADVANCED 3D CAPABILITY

The continuous motion of the Rotary Axis coupled with advanced software
features in the latest Intelli-MAX Software Suite and the A-Jet articulated cutting
head opens up new capabilities of your OMAX JetMachining Center. Complex
beveled openings can be generated parametrically for simple creation of
challenging weld prep pipe ttings.

The Rotary Axis can cut small diameter tube and pipe with
high precision.

CAPABILITIES

• 10,000 steps per revolution standard

• 11 ft-lb (15N*m) constant torque; 28 ft-lb (39N*m) maximum torque

• Maximum radial load at end of output shaft 391 lbf (1.74kN)

• Maximum radial load 12” from end of the output shaft 67 lbf (0.289kN)

• Maximum radial load 24” from end of the output shaft 36 lbf (0.164kN)

• On larger format machines, maximum diameter 24” (cannot exceed load or

torque limit)

• 0.01 degree of repeatability: at 1” diameter = 0.0001”; at

10” diameter = 0.0008”

• XYZ and A axes with standard motorized Z; XYZ, A, TX, and TY with Tilt-A-Jet

or A-Jet cutting head

REQUIREMENTS

• 9-axis controller back panel design for installation

• OMAX Intelli-MAX® 18 Software Suite or later

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

• Universal Adapter Flange Blank

• ER40 Collet Adapter with ½”, ¾”, and 1” collet sizes

• Extension Cable Assembly to locate Rotary Control Box further away

Programming for Rotary Axis cutting is simple, with advanced
tools built into the Intelli-MAX Software Suite.

Specications subject to change without notice.
600079B January 2014

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