ANCA Launches Industry-First Micro Tool Grinder With Nanometer Precision

ANCA CNC Machines, a renowned manufacturer of precision grinding machines, has unveiled its groundbreaking MicroX ULTRA, a six-axis grinding machine designed for the volume production of nano and micro cutting tools down to D0.03mm. As the only micro tool grinder with nanometer resolution, the MicroX ULTRA sets a new standard for precision, efficiency and productivity in the cutting tool industry.

“I have been designing ANCA machines for 50 years – always with the goal of making machines better, more efficient and user-friendly,” Co-Founder Pat McCluskey said. “It is a trademark of ANCA that you just have to do it differently and the latest machine, the MicroX ULTRA, is the only micro tool grinder with nanometer resolution. This nano- level precision is a significant advancement in the field, utilizing the very best of ANCA’s technology developed over five decades to offer superior micro tool production.”

Key Features of the MicroX ULTRA:

• Nanometer Resolution and Control: Delivers exceptional surface and edge quality through synchronized intelligent algorithms.
• Optimized Axes Travel: Critical for grinding micrometer-sized tools, including ballnose, corner radius, and profile tools.
• ANCA Machine Intelligence: Advanced algorithms ensure precise control of grinding paths, enhancing axis stiffness and robustness while mitigating disturbances from spindle speed variations.
• In-Process Measurement: The LaserUltra system enhances process stability and precision by closely controlling tolerances and adapting to wheel wear.
• AIMS Ready: Integrates seamlessly with ANCA Integrated Manufacturing System (AIMS) for automated, lights-out production, boosting operational efficiency and productivity.
• The MicroX ULTRA's introduction marks a significant advancement in micro tool grinding, leveraging ANCA's five decades of expertise to deliver superior quality and performance.