Studer 242 CNC High-Precision Hard Fine Machining Center Cylindrical Grinding + Hard Turning + Milling Driven Tools including Automation

Studer 242 CNC High-Precision Hard Fine Machining Center Cylindrical Grinding + Hard Turning + Milling Driven Tools including Automation

The STUDER S242 is a versatile hard-fine machining center for grinding, turning, and milling operations on medium-sized workpieces.

Technical specifications:

Span width: 800 mm
Swing diameter: 180 mm
Max. workpiece weight: 60 kg
X-axis: Stroke 220 mm, Resolution 0.00001 mm
Z-axis: Stroke 1,600 mm, Resolution 0.00001 mm
Grinding spindle: 6.8 kW, grinding wheel Ø 400 x 50 mm, automatic balancing
Workpiece spindle head: AC synchronous spindle motor 10.5 kW, up to 7,500 rpm
Tailstock variants: Pinole tailstock with integrated measuring system
Machine bed: Mineral cast Granitan® S103 for excellent damping and thermal stability
Software & Control:

Fanuc 31i-A control with 15″ touchscreen
Dialog language German for StuderWIN
Integrated measurement control with touch button Renishaw LP2 switching to turret
Features & Benefits:

Complete machining in a single setup → Reduction of main and auxiliary times
High dimensional accuracy and surface quality through Granitan® machine bed
Short setup times, suitable for single part to large series production
Flexible clamping system and modular tool configuration
High process reliability through integrated measurement and sensor systems
Dimensions & Weight:

Total weight: 12,000 kg
Connection value: 45 kVA
Air pressure requirement: min. 5.5 bar

The STUDER S242 is a versatile hard-fine machining center for grinding, turning, and milling operations on medium-sized workpieces. It is ideal for complete machining in a single setup – from external and internal grinding to hard turning and drilling/milling with driven tools. With the Studer S242, workpieces can be finished very precisely in the rotational area.

The Studer S242 may be of interest for the following industries: tool holder manufacturing, automotive, medical, food industry, mold making, and mechanical engineering. With the existing automation, this machine is suitable for both single-part and series production. The S242 is also equipped with a VDI turret with driven tools.

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