AZ56 Double-Wheel Rotary Media Polishing Machine
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| Spindle speed: | 5-20 rpm/min (variable frequency adjustable) |
| Robotic arm speed: | 20-60 rpm/min (variable frequency adjustable) |
| Grinding Barrel: | diameter 2000mm |
| Workpiece feeding: | Automatically turn in and run after manual loading, and automatically turn out after grinding. |
| Workpiece weight: | About 50Kg |
| Workpiece size: | Φ14/26 inch |
| Grinding time: | 5~10min (set according to customer material status) |
| Equipment size: | length 3700mm width 2500 height 2200mm |
| Drive mode: | variable frequency motor drive |
| Motor model: | spindle barrel 7.5kw, mechanical arm 2.2kw, rotating motor 0.4kw |
| Clamping method: | pedal pneumatic clamping |
| Control system: | PLC control |
| Drainage method: | water pump pressurized and drained |
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Two-Station Rotary Media Polishing
The AZ56 is a two-station machine for grinding and polishing suitable cast or forged aluminum-alloy wheels. Variable-frequency drives rotate the media barrel and wheel-holding heads, creating relative movement between the media and the secured wheel surfaces.
The described sequence starts with manual wheel loading and pneumatic clamping. The machine then moves the workpieces into the processing position and returns them after the finishing stage. Review the complete loading, clamping, movement, and unloading sequence with the supplied equipment.
Prepare the Wheel and Establish the Process
The listed process calls for manual preparation to a 600–800 mesh abrasive stage before media polishing. Special areas, including radii on the mounting surface, may need separate preparation. Agree the incoming condition and the surfaces that must retain their dimensions.
The data sheet lists a 5–10 minute grinding interval, depending on the material condition. Treat this as a process reference rather than a guaranteed complete cycle or mirror finish. A trial should assess preparation, media access, contact marks, material removal, and the required final appearance.
Machine Configuration and Utilities
The specification lists a 2000 mm grinding barrel, variable-speed drives, PLC control, pedal-operated pneumatic clamping, and pumped drainage. Review the spindle and arm settings, wheel size and weight limits, fixtures, guarding, and the components included in the quotation.
The workshop description lists a 13 kW total power requirement, a tap-water connection, and treated, dry compressed air at 0.6–0.7 MPa. Confirm the actual electrical connection, air consumption, water flow, drainage, and installed load for the ordered machine. The listed equipment envelope is 3700 × 2500 × 2200 mm; allow additional loading and maintenance space.
Select the Production Arrangement
The listed equipment options include two-wheel and four-wheel arrangements. This page describes the two-station AZ56. Request a separate specification for another arrangement, and confirm packing dimensions and container loading against the final order.
Send wheel drawings, material, diameter, width, weight, incoming surface photographs, target finish, and required output. Include representative samples where a production recipe must be established.
Before-and-After Surface Examples
The images illustrate wheel-surface appearance before and after polishing. Agree the preparation, processing conditions, and acceptance criteria for your own wheels.
