A compact flat tensile test sample preparation machine. Its small footprint and easy operations make it the perfect turnkey solution for even the untrained CNC machinist. It provides accurate and repeatable results from your tensile specimen production every time.
Produce your flat tensile samples with minimum effort and fuss. The TensileMill CNC MINI has a built in LCD screen to control the machine .
Prepare samples for testing to meet the ASTM testing standards for tensile specimen preparation - ASTM E8, ASTM B557, ASTM A370 and also ISO standard flat sample production for ISO6892.
All you have to do with the Carbon software that powers the milling interface is to enter your required measurements.
Prepare your tensile specimens from a variety of materials including hard materials like Inconel.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
| Dimensions |
44.5 x 42.00 x 70.0 in (1130 x 1066 x 1778mm)
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| Working/ Traveling Area |
400mm x 400mm x 200mm ( 15.75 x 15.75 x 7.87 inch)
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| Weight |
1500 lb (680 kg)
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| T-Slot Size |
12mm (0.472 inch)
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| Unit Dimensions: Closed Door (LxWxH) |
1829 x 1092 x 1321mm (72 x 43 x 44 inch)
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| Unit Dimensions: Open Door (LxWxH) |
1829 x 1855 x 1321 mm (72 x 73 x 52 inch)
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| Suggested Floor Dimensions (LxWxH) |
2100 x 2000mm (82.7 x 78.5 inch)
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Spindle
| Rotating Speed of Spindle |
24,000rpm
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| Spindle Motor Power |
2.2 KW (3hp) Water Cooling spindle
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| Taper |
ER 20 Collet / ISO20 Optional
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Servo
| Servo Power |
0.54 hp (400 W)
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| Servo Torque |
566.0 oz-in (4.0 Nm)
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| Max Feedrate |
500 ipm (12.7 m/min)
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Power
| Input Voltage |
220 V 1 ph
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| Total Power |
3.3 kW (15 Amps)
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Controller
| Controlling Code |
Tensile Soft - TensileMill interface on 10" Touch Screen Control
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| Full Carbon CNC Package |
Upgrade Available
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Machine Volume
| Loudest Volume at Point of Entry |
70 - 90 dB |
Additional Features
| Position Repeatability Accuracy |
0.01mm / 0.0003" |
| Max Engraving Speed |
10,000mm/min / 394"/min
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| Motor Drive |
Servo |
| Drive Mechanism |
Precision Ballscrew
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| Tool Shank |
Up to 12.00mm / 0.47" |
| Frame |
Cast iron |
| Connection Requirements |
Pneumatic (optional) |
Options
| TurnKey Package |
Standard with Main Instrument
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| (1) .250" ER Collet |
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| (1) .250" Shank Endmill |
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| (1) Custom Tensile Clamp Fixture |
Applicable for ASTM, ISO, DIN, JIS and EN standards
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| 3 Axis Servo Motor |
Upgrade Available
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TensileMill CNC MINI: Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the TensileMill CNC MINI used for?
The TensileMill CNC MINI is a specialized, compact machining center designed specifically for the preparation of flat tensile test specimens. It is a turnkey solution that allows labs to produce accurate, repeatable samples from various materials—including hard alloys like Inconel—without the need for a dedicated, highly-trained CNC machinist.
2. Which testing standards does the TensileMill CNC MINI comply with?
This machine is engineered to prepare samples that meet rigorous international testing standards, including:
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ASTM E8 / E8M: Standard Test Methods for Tension Testing of Metallic Materials.
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ASTM B557: Tension Testing Wrought and Cast Aluminum and Magnesium-Alloy Products.
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ASTM A370: Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products.
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ISO 6892: Metallic materials — Tensile testing.
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DIN, JIS, and EN standards.
3. Do I need a professional CNC programmer to operate the machine?
No. The TensileMill CNC MINI features the user-friendly Tensile Soft / Carbon software interface on a 10-inch touchscreen. Operators simply enter the required measurements of the specimen, and the software automatically generates the toolpaths. This makes it an ideal solution for laboratory technicians and quality control staff.
4. What types of materials can the TensileMill CNC MINI machine?
The machine is built with a heavy cast-iron frame and a high-speed 24,000 RPM water-cooled spindle, allowing it to handle a wide range of materials. It is capable of milling everything from soft plastics and aluminum to extremely hard metals like Inconel and stainless steel.
5. What are the space requirements for this CNC machine?
The "MINI" model is designed for facilities with limited space.
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Machine Dimensions (Closed): 1829 x 1092 x 1321 mm.
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Suggested Floor Space: Approximately 2100 x 2000 mm. It offers a powerful traveling area of 400mm x 400mm x 200mm while maintaining a compact footprint.
6. What is included in the TurnKey Package?
To ensure you can begin preparation immediately, the standard instrument comes with:
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The TensileMill CNC MINI unit.
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A custom Tensile Clamp Fixture (applicable for ASTM/ISO standards).
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A .250" ER Collet and .250" Shank Endmill.
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The Carbon CNC software interface.
7. How accurate is the sample preparation?
The machine utilizes high-precision ballscrews and a 3-axis servo motor system, providing a position repeatability accuracy of 0.01mm (0.0003"). This ensures that every tensile bar produced is identical, reducing variability in your physical testing results.
8. What are the power requirements for installation?
The TensileMill CNC MINI operates on an input voltage of 220 V (1 Phase) with a total power consumption of 3.3 kW (15 Amps). This makes it compatible with most standard laboratory power setups without requiring heavy industrial 3-phase wiring.
9. Can I use this machine for general engraving or small parts?
While optimized for tensile specimens, the machine features a max feed rate of 500 ipm and a max engraving speed of 10,000 mm/min. With the "Full Carbon CNC Package" upgrade, the machine can be used for more diverse milling and engraving tasks beyond standard specimen preparation.