Shopbot PRS alpha 5-axis CNC Router, New 2016

ShopBot 5-Axis
The ShopBot 5-Axis CNC router is another demonstration of our technological leadership, as this tool delivers multi-axis capability at an affordable price. The ShopBot 5-Axis is ready for production cutting, drilling, trimming, as well as prototype and fixture machining in a large work envelope, with material being accessible from all angles.

5-Axis with 2.2hp HSD spindle
Starting at:
  $72,240*

Inventive. Agile. Economical.
Our 5-Axis CNC is built on rigid ShopBot modules with extended height that allows adequate 5-axis reach. The X axis is a moving table based on ShopBot’s innovative PowerStick system. The Y axis makes use of ShopBot’s precision extruded beam. This 5-axis tool is rigid enough for the machining of prototyping materials, including urethane foams and soft woods, however it is not recommended for production machining of hardwood or aluminum. It is also excellent for trimming, drilling, and slotting operations in a variety of materials.
5-Axis Tool in Action
All 5 axes are powered by advanced technology, closed-loop, alphaStep motors providing production speed and precision. The tool includes a 2.2hp HSD spindle fit to ShopBot’s 5-axis head. The 5-axis head, utilizes 2 alphaStep DG motors. These are “hollow rotary actuators” providing a wide rigid base and stable motion for the two additional axes of rotation.
The tool is perfect for 5-axis machining of soft materials such as urethane foams, as well as trimming, drilling, and slotting operations in a variety of materials such as vacuum formed ABS. It is capable of light machining in soft woods, but does not have sufficient rigidity for machining of hard-wood or aluminum.
*The starting at price above includes 2-days of setup and initial onsite calibration for the 5-Axis. Training sold separately.
• Closed Loop control system using Oriental Motor’s alphaStep technology monitors position on all axes during cutting to eliminate position loss.
• Low-backlash, tapered-hob gear heads on all drive motors create level torque curve for consistent performance even at high speeds.
• Precision linear rail and bearings on all axes.
• Easy to maintain rack-and-pinion power transmission on each axis.
• cutting speeds of up to 360 inches per minute (depending on cutting bit and material) and rapid speeds of 1,200 inches per minute
• Cutting Precision of +/- 0.03″
• Sealed Industrial UL Certified Control Box.
• Emergency stop disconnect switch and spindle interlock remote pendant
• Z-Zero Touch-Off Plate and X,Y,Z,A and B axis Limit switches.
• Shipped fully assembled. On-site setup and training available.
• ShopBot’s own control software.
• Lifetime service for your machine with live phone support and detailed documentation on the web.
Imperial Units Metric Units
Footprint 120″ x 80″ x 116″ 3050mm x 2030mm x 2950mm
XYZ Movement 34″ x 34″ x 24″ 865mm x 865mm x 610mm
Cutting Volume 24″ x 24″ x 24″ 610mm x 610mm x 610mm
Weight (machine only) 1500lbs 522kgs
Crated machine 94″ x 51″ x 97″ (1300lbs) 2390mm x 1300mm x 2465mm (590kgs)
Collets Includes 1/4″ and 1/2″ ER25 Collets (1 each)
Max Cut Speed 360 inches per minute 150mm per second
Max Rapid Speed 1200 inches per minute 500mm per second
Positional Resolution 0.03″ 0.75mm
Electrical Requirements 120VAC 15Amps for motors; 220V Single Phase, 230V Three Phase or 3880/460V Three Phase for spindle.