Roland DG MDX-50 Benchtop Milling Machine
The Roland DG MDX-50 benchtop CNC mill combines precise, automated milling and unmatched ease-of-use. An ideal solution for short-runs and prototypes, the MDX-50 reduces operation time and simplifies production so users of all abilities can mill functional parts with incredible quality on a wide range of materials.
Features
Precision Milling on a Wide Range of Materials
The following items are just some of the materials that can be milled with the MDX-50 benchtop CNC mill:
- ABS
- POM
- Nylon
- Plastic Foam
- Modeling Wax
- PVC
- Plywood
- Hardwood
- Acetal
Mill Fine Details and Smooth Finishes
With an improved drive system, machine rigidity and enhanced drive mechanics, the MDX-50 mills incredibly smooth and accurate prototypes for testing structure, function, and assembly with other parts. A machining area of 15.8”(400mm) (X) x 12”(305mm) (Y) x 5.3”(135mm) (Z) supports production of large single objects or batch production of smaller multiple parts.
Free Your Time
The automated features of the MDX-50 enables users to mill with speed and confidence. Combine the 5-station ATC and optional rotary axis unit for the most automated and precise operation:
- Auto-sensing function corrects the tool length to ensure milling accuracy for every job
- Optional rotary axis for effortless production of complex surfaces:
- Includes a wide, self-centering headstock and tailstock workpiece clamps
- Auto-rotates materials from 0-to-360 degrees
- Indexes for 2-sided, 4-sided and custom angles
Built-in Control Panel
With a built-in control panel at the front of the unit, almost all operations can be completed from the unit itself. Users can perform operating functions and view the current job status without needing to constantly check their PC.
Simplified Machine Set-Up
The MDX-50 reduces the time and effort of machine set-up with an expanded work area, inner-machine lighting for clear visibility, and an included tool adopter that enables instant installation of ATC tools – requiring no wrench or additional tools.
Safe, Clean and Convenient Production
The MDX-50 is designed for use in studio and educational environments. A rail guided safety door ensures extra-safe operation while waste is contained in a built-in debris collection drawer.
Automatic Tool Changer
The MDX-50 increases performance with an expanded machining area and increased operating speeds, while reducing production time with faster job processing and a 5-station Automatic Tool Changer for continuous operation without stopping to change milling tools.
Operator-Friendly Control and Software
Become a 3D milling expert almost immediately with the MDX-50’s simple yet powerful built-in control panel and virtual control panel (VPanel), and bundled SRP Player CAM software that’s easy-to-use and simplifies operation.
With the control panel at the front of the unit, almost all operations can be completed from the unit itself without having to go back to a PC. The VPanel interface operates seamlessly with the MDX-50 and allows users to make changes to spindle rotation or speed during operation.
Other Distinguishing Features
- Advanced drive system supports dimensional stability
- Large machining area plus enhanced machine rigidity and drive mechanics
- Optional Rotary Axis with self-centering headstock and tailstock workpiece clamps
- Simple-to-load tools and automatic machine calibration
- Requires no special electrical set-up and needs no additional air compressor
- Multi color-coded LED status light notifications and email notifications inform users of machine status
- Built-in debris collection drawer with rail guided safety door for safe and clean production
- Ideal for use in studio and educational environments
Specifications
| MODEL | MDX-50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptable materials* | Resins such as chemical wood and modeling wax (metal not supported) | |
| Operating range | X: 15.80in (400mm) Y: 12.00in (305mm) Z: 5.315in (135mm) |
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| Table size | W: 15.80in (400mm) D: 12.00in (305mm) |
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| Loadable workpiece size | X: 15.80in (400mm) Y: 12.00in (305mm) Z: 3.90in (100mm) |
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| Axis drive | Stepper Motor | |
| Feed rate | XY: 0.3in to 141.7 in/min (7 to 3600mm/min) Z: 0.3 to 118.1 in/min (7 to 3000 mm/min) |
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| Software resolution | RML-1: 0.001 mm/step NC code: 0.001 mm/step | |
| Mechanical resolution | 0.01 mm/step (0.39 mil/step; half step) |
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| Spindle motor | Brushless DC motor | |
| Spindle rotation speed | 4500 ～ 15000 rpm | |
| Tool chuck | Collet | |
| Tool Change Method | AutomaticTool Changer (ATC) | |
| ATC Magazine Capacity | ||
| 5 Tools + 1 Detection pin (6 Position Capacity) | ||
| Tool Shank Diameter | 0.250in, 0.125in (6.35, 3.175mm) |
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| Operating noise | During operation | |
| Dust box dimmensions | 23.62 x 27.65 x 3.74in (600 x 700 x 95mm) |
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| Interface | USB | |
| Power requirements (VAC/A) | AC 100 to 240 V ±10%, 50/60 Hz, 1.2 A (Overvoltage Category: II, IEC 60664-1) |
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| Power consumption (W) | ≈ 95W | |
| Acoustic noise level (dB) | No-load operation: | 60 dB (A) or less |
| Standby: | 45 dB (A) or less | |
| External Dimensions | Width X Depth x Height: | 29.92 × 35.43 × 28.82 in (760 × 900 × 732 mm ) |
| Weight | 269lb (122kg) | |
| Installation environment | Indoor use at altitudes | Up to 6500ft (2000 m) |
| Temperature | 41 to 104°F (5 to 40°C) | |
| Humidity | 35 to 80%RH (no condensation) | |
| Ambient pollution degree | 2 (as specified by IEC 60664-1) | |
| Short-term temporary overvoltage | 1440 V | |
| Long-term temporary overvoltage | 490 V | |
| Included items | Power cord, USB cable, manual, Roland DG Software Package CD, detection pin, hexagonal screwdriver, hexagonal wrench, wrench, tool holder, tool positioner, Z0 sensor |
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| Optional ZCL-50A Rotary Axis Unit | ||
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| Operating range | X: 14.29 in (363mm) – Machine Coordinates 1.46 to 15.75 in (37 to 400 mm) Y: 12.01 in (305 mm) Z: 4.92 in (125 mm) A: A: ±2146680° (approximately ±5963 rotations) |
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| Loadable workpiece size | 4.72 in (120mm) – 2.36 in (60mm) maximum radius from center of rotation | |
| Loadable workpiece length | 14.96 in (380mm) | |
| Workpiece clamp thickness | 0.39 to 2.56 in (10 to 65mm) or 0.79 to 2.68 in (20 to 68mm) Diameter |
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| A axis motor | Stepper Motor | |
| Mechanical Resolution | 0.0225°/step (half step) | |
| Dimensions | Width X Depth x Height: | 22.76 × 7.48 × 5.04 in (578 × 190 × 128 mm) |
| Weight | 15.43 lb (7kg) | |
| Included Items | Detection bar, cap screws, user’s manual | |
| System Requirements | |
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| OS | Windows 10, 8.1, 7 (32- or 64-bit version)*1,*2,*3 |
| CPU | Minimum required CPU for the operating system |
| Memory | Minimum amount of required RAM for the operating system |
| Optical drive | CD-ROM drive |
| Video card and monitor | A display with at least 16-bit color and a resolution of 1024 × 768 or more is recommended. |
(*1) This software is a 32-bit application and therefore runs in WOW64 (Windows-On-Windows 64) when running on 64-bit versions of Windows operating systems.
(*2) Internet Explorer 8.0 or later is required.
(*3) Operations have not been verified in virtual Windows environments such as Hyper-V and Virtual PC.
