Capable of scanning and milling, MDX-15/20 is ideal for a variety of product design tasks, including reverse modeling, rapid prototyping, jewelry and model making, and small lot production. Select the spindle tip for state-of-the-art CNC milling, or select the Roland Active Piezo Sensor for precise 3D scanning. By testing and modifying your virtual 3D designs, the MDX-15/20 will save you time and money.
- Easy, unattended scanning and milling
- Roland Active Piezo Sensor scanning technology
- Subtractive Rapid Prototyping technology
- Software included
- Powerful CNC mill handles light metals, including aluminum and brass
- Maximum scanning Resolution: 0.002 inches
- MDX-15 Maximum work area: 6 inches (X) x 4 inches (Y) x 2 3/8 inches (Z)
- MDX-20 Maximum work area: 8 inches (X) x 6 inches (Y) x 2 3/8 inches (Z)
All In One Machine
The Roland Active Piezo Sensor (RAPS) transforms the machine into a 3D scanner for scanning 3D objects and creating 3D data. The milling spindle unit turns the machine into a full-featured CNC (computer numerical control) mill capable of cutting jeweler's wax, resins, chemical wood, acrylic, and even light metals such as brass and aluminum.
Subtractive RP
Subtractive Rapid Prototyping (SRP) - starting with a solid object and removing unwanted material - has several advantages over traditional rapid prototyping. Significantly less expensive than rapid prototyping machines with the same Resolution, SRP machines mill a wider range of materials that cost less and have no need for chemicals or post finishing work. Plus, they produce a superior finish.
R.A.P.S.
Roland Active Piezo Sensor (RAPS) technology eliminates the drawbacks of conventional contact-type 3D scanners. It scans data with hair-splitting precision, picking up even the most minute shape variations. Minimum scanning pitches for the MDX-15/20: X/Y-axis direction 0.002 to 0.197 inches settable in steps of 0.002 inches, Z-axis direction 0.001 inches.
Scans Almost Anything
The MDX-15/20 scans a wide range of objects including soft objects like clay and fruit that conventional contact scanners find very difficult. It can even scan glass, impossible using optical scanners because the light beams passes through the object without detecting it.
Software
The MDX-15/20 comes standard with powerful CNC milling and scanning application software compatible with Windows� 95/98/ME, Windows NT� 4.0 and Windows� 2000, making it easy to use right out of the box. The MDX-20/15 is also compatible with a variety of popular 3D CAD and computer graphics software programs, including SolidWorks, Rhinoceros, VectorWorks, LightWave, VisualMill and 3D Studio Max.
Easy As Pie
With an RS-232C cable, the MDX-15/20 plugs into a computer as easily as any desktop printer. Within minutes, even beginners can be scanning and milling.
| MODEL | MDX-20 | MDX-15 |
| XY table size | 8-5/8"(X). x
6-1/4"(Y) (220 mm x 160 mm) |
6-11/16"(X). x 4-5/16"(Y) (170mm x 110mm) |
| Max. operation area | 8 "(X)
x 6 " (Y) x 2-3/8" (Z) (203.2mm x 152.4mm x 60.5mm) |
6 " (X)
x 4 "(Y) x 2-3/8" (Z) (152.4 mm x 101.6 mm x 60.5 mm) |
| Max. table load weight | 2.2 lb. (1000 g) | 1.1 lb. (500 g) |
| Interface | Serial (RS-232C) | |
| Control keys | STANDBY key, VIEW key, TOOL-UP key, TOOL-DOWN key, | |
| LED | SCANNING MODE LED, MODELING MODE LED, VIEW LED | |
| Power consumption | Exclusive AC adapter (DC+19V 2.1 A) | |
| Acoustic noise level | Standby mode
: under 35 dB (A) Operation mode (not cutting) : under 70 dB (A) (According to ISO 7779) |
|
| External dimensions. | 18-13/16"(W) x 15-1/16"(D)
x 12-1/16"(H) (476.8 mm x 381.6 mm x 305 mm) |
16-13/16"(W) x 11-1/16"(D)
x 12-1/16"(H) (426 mm x 280 mm x 305 mm) |
| Weight (unit only) | 30.2 lb. (13.7 kg) | 21.2 lb. (9.6 kg) |
| Operation temperature | 41-104�F (5 to 40�C) | |
| Operation humidity | 35 to 80 % (no condensation) | |
| Accessories | AC adapter: 1, power code: 1, Roland Software Package CD-ROM: 1, spindle unit: 1, sensor unit: 1, cap screw M4x15 : 4, tool:1, set screw M3x3 : 2, double-sided tape: 1, front cover: 1, hexagonal wrench (size: 3 mm) :1, hexagonal wrench (size : 1.5 mm): 1 positioning pins: 3, clay: 1, MDX-20/15 user's manual: 1 | |
Modeling Functions
| Tool chuck | 6 mm or 1/8 in. tool chuck included |
| Spindle motor | 10W (DC motor) |
| Software Resolution | 0.000984 in./step (0.025 mm/step) |
| Mechanical Resolution | 0.000246 in./step (0.00625 mm/step) |
| Revolution speed | 6500 rpm |
| Feed rate | 0.00393 to 9/16 in./sec. (0.1 to 15 mm/sec.) |
| Acceptable material | Wood, Plaster, Resin (modeling wax, styrenform), Chemical wood, Aluminum (A5052 according to JIS), Brass |
| FEDFB3Acceptable tool | Endmil, Drill |
Scanning Functions
| Sensor | Roland
Active Piezo Sensor (R.A.P.S.) Probe length 60 mm (2-5/16 in.), tip bulb diameter 0.08 mm (0.00315 in.) |
| Scanning method | Contacting, mesh-point height-sensing |
| Scanning
pitch (Dr. PICZA) |
X/Y-axis
directions -- 0.002 to 0.20 in. (0.05 to 5.00 mm) 0.002 in.(settable
in steps of 0.05 mm ) Z-axis direction -- 0.000984 in. (0.025 mm) |
| Scanning speed | 4-15 mm/sec. (1/8-9/16 in./sec.) |
| Exportable file formats | DXF, VRML, STL, 3DMF, IGES, Grayscale, Point Group and BMP |
Interface Specification
| Standard | RS-232C specifications |
| Transmission method | Asynchronous, duplex data transmission |
| Transmission speed | 9600 bps |
| Parity Check | None |
| Data Bits | 8 bits (fixed) |
| Stop Bits | 1 bits (fixed) |
| Handshake | Hardwire |
Ex-Factory, California
MDX-15 Price: $2,995.00
MDX-20 Price: $4,495 .00
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