AFE 3Dx
The E-Series machine offers functionality, ease of use, and a great value unmatched in the industry.
TURRET HEAD Indexing Tool Changer
Turret head machines offer two programmable bending pins. The Hard Bending Pin is used to form intricate bends and long running jobs, where tool wear may become an issue. The Roller Pin is used to produce arcs that need to be generated, with minimal marks on the wire. The tool cluster is the “heart” of the bender containing round pins, a roller and sharp bend dies. This variety allows the use of one tool set to accomplish many styles of bends; including a “press brake” style bend, when the radii of the bends are significantly less than the wire diameter. When the bending pins and tool cluster are coupled together they provide the user with up to 8 tooling combinations. The hydraulic cutter (dual acting) produces burr free square cuts and delivers a “zero length” cutoff.
Non-TURRET Configuration
The Non-Turret configuration is the Original Bending Head and has been tried and tested in the field for more than a decade. Although it lacks the flexibility of the Turret Head it gains an advantage of cutting and forming in the same area without indexing the tools. This characteristic reflects less time to make a part, leading to a higher
production rate. The cutting unit for this head is also powered by a robust hydraulic unit.
E-Series Package Options
| Standard | Option 1 | Option 2 |
| AFE Model with +/- 180 degree Z-Axis rotation  |
SmartEditor® DXF/XYZ Import |
Same as Option 2 including: |
| Software Upgrades for the Warranty of the machine (1 year) |
SmartEditor® Animation Simulator | Slip Ring for infinite rotation on the Z-Axis |
| Free Upgrades for the LIFE of the machine (1st owner) |
One seat for the Office Version of SmartEditor® |
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| Lowest cost |
Best value at low cost | Most Flexibility at low cost |