Product Overview
What power supply and environmental conditions are required for operation?
Three-phase AC 200V power supply is required.
Suitable ambient temperature is 0-55°C, with relative humidity of 10-75% (non-condensing).
Additionally, the environment must be free from corrosive gases, dust, and oil mist, with an altitude below 1000m above sea level.
Suitable ambient temperature is 0-55°C, with relative humidity of 10-75% (non-condensing).
Additionally, the environment must be free from corrosive gases, dust, and oil mist, with an altitude below 1000m above sea level.
What are the differences between the “Takumi-kun”, “Takumi-kun II”, and UNICORN models?
The “Takumi-kun” required manual tool changes, while the “Takumi-kun II” features optional ATC (Automatic Tool Changer) capability and a completely redesigned control panel.
The UNICORN model features sheet metal safety covers instead of acrylic ones.
The UNICORN model features sheet metal safety covers instead of acrylic ones.
What type of processing machine is the “Takumi-kun”, and what applications is it suitable for?
Is it classified as a machining center?
The “Takumi-kun” is classified as a vertical machining center.
It is primarily suitable for machining education, prototype development, and small-batch production.
It is primarily suitable for machining education, prototype development, and small-batch production.
What are the differences between each model in the “Takumi-kun” series (3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis)?
The 3-axis machine consists of three linear axes (X-axis, Y-axis, Z-axis).
The 4-axis and 5-axis machines include additional rotary axes (A-axis, B-axis, or C-axis), enabling more complex machining operations.
The 4-axis and 5-axis machines include additional rotary axes (A-axis, B-axis, or C-axis), enabling more complex machining operations.
Purchase
Do you provide support for overseas delivery and shipping?
We apologize, but we do not support delivery to overseas locations (including overseas facilities).
Is direct purchase from your company the only option?
Is purchase through distributors also possible?
Both options are available.
Implementation & Installation
What space and installation conditions are required for machine setup?
Ensure the delivery route is free of steps and secure a space of 1m width and 2m height.
After installation, we recommend securing 1m clearance on all sides (front, back, left, right) around the machine.
After installation, we recommend securing 1m clearance on all sides (front, back, left, right) around the machine.
What are the delivery time and pricing estimates?
This depends on component availability, so please contact us for current information.
Do you provide installation support and delivery services?
Yes, we provide both delivery and installation services.
Operation & Training
Can beginners understand the “Takumi-kun”’s operation methods and functions?
Yes, the “Takumi-kun” includes a user manual designed to help beginners easily understand the operation methods and functions.
By following the manual, users can operate the machine smoothly.
By following the manual, users can operate the machine smoothly.
Are training manuals or guides available for in-house users?
Yes, a user manual is included with clear operation instructions designed for easy user comprehension.
Users can operate the machine while referencing the manual.
Users can operate the machine while referencing the manual.
Is training available during product implementation?
Yes, we typically provide approximately half-day operation training during implementation.
This ensures thorough understanding of the product’s operation methods.
This ensures thorough understanding of the product’s operation methods.
Software
Can beginners handle CAM data conversion and machining program creation?
CAM manufacturers provide operation training during implementation and post-installation support, ensuring beginners can use the system with confidence.
Are special settings or post-processors required when using CAM functions?
Yes, they are required.
Please contact the CAM manufacturer for details.
Please contact the CAM manufacturer for details.
Which CAM software is compatible with the “Takumi-kun”?
Can software like Fusion360, MasterCAM, and PowerMill be used?
These can be used if you prepare post-processors compatible with the “Takumi-kun.”
Maintenance
What support is available when problems occur?
Are replacement parts and repair services provided?
We provide free repair or replacement for failures of non-consumable parts within one year under normal use conditions.
For detailed support information, please contact us by phone or through our contact form.
For detailed support information, please contact us by phone or through our contact form.
How should post-use maintenance be performed?
Is regular inspection necessary?
After use, remove cutting chips and check the machine’s condition.
For preventive maintenance, we recommend applying grease to ball screws every six months.
For preventive maintenance, we recommend applying grease to ball screws every six months.
Does the “Takumi-kun” have excellent durability?
What maintenance methods are recommended when high precision is required?
The “Takumi-kun” has high durability, but this varies depending on usage conditions.
For high-precision applications, maintenance procedures are basically the same, but maintaining constant room temperature is crucial.
Therefore, we recommend proper temperature control.
For high-precision applications, maintenance procedures are basically the same, but maintaining constant room temperature is crucial.
Therefore, we recommend proper temperature control.
Accessories & Options
What chuck and end mill sizes are supported?
Can special-sized tools be used?
Generally, shanks up to Φ10mm can be gripped.
For special-sized tools, please refer to the catalog.
For special-sized tools, please refer to the catalog.
Please tell us about dedicated compressors and other necessary peripheral equipment.
If air pressure is 0.6MPa, factory air can be used directly.
A dedicated compressor is not required.
A dedicated compressor is not required.
What accessories and options are available for the “Takumi-kun”?
(Examples: dust collector, step-up transformer, automatic tool changer, etc.)
Please refer to the product information page and catalogs for each series.
Machining Performance
What is the maximum workpiece size and machining range?
Please refer to the product information page and catalogs for each series.
What materials can be machined with the “Takumi-kun” series?
(Examples: resin, aluminum, stainless steel, copper, etc.)
The following materials can be machined:
TLM Series: Light metals (aluminum, copper, brass, etc.), resin, wood
TRW Series: Resin, wood
TLM Series: Light metals (aluminum, copper, brass, etc.), resin, wood
TRW Series: Resin, wood
What is the precision capability for precision machining?
Is micro-hole machining (e.g., 0.1mm diameter) possible?
Precision machining accuracy is ±20μm.
For micro-hole machining, depending on the material, 0.1mm diameter holes can be machined in chemical wood.
For micro-hole machining, depending on the material, 0.1mm diameter holes can be machined in chemical wood.
Can composite materials and complex parts, such as those with undercuts, be machined?
Depending on the shape being machined, 4-axis and 5-axis machines can handle composite materials and complex parts with undercuts.
Other
Is it possible to replace the spindle with a laser?
Yes, it is possible.
Are demonstration machines available for loan?
Yes, demonstration machines are available for loan for both 5-axis and 3-axis TLM series machines.
Can users customize project files and software independently?
Customization is possible, but please note that it will void the warranty.
Is it possible to install control systems or motors other than Mitsubishi Electric?
Only Mitsubishi Electric control systems and motors can be installed.
We do not support equipment or motors from other manufacturers.
We do not support equipment or motors from other manufacturers.
Is it possible to rotate the spindle at speeds above 6,000 min⁻¹?
Yes, but please note that increasing the rotation speed will disable the synchronous tapping function.
Is simultaneous 5-axis machining possible?
Is tool center point control function available?
Yes, simultaneous 5-axis machining is possible.
By purchasing the separate simultaneous 5-axis contouring control option, simultaneous 5-axis machining and tool center point control become available.
By purchasing the separate simultaneous 5-axis contouring control option, simultaneous 5-axis machining and tool center point control become available.