MDX-20 Scanning and Milling Machine

Capable of scanning and milling, MDX-20 Scanning and Milling Machine 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-20 Scanning and Milling Machine will save you time and money.

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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.

• Easy, unattended scanning and milling
• Roland Active Piezo Sensor scanning technology (RAPS)
• Subtractive Rapid Prototyping technology
• Software included: Modela and Dr. Picza software included
• Powerful CNC mill handles light metals, including aluminum and brass
• Maximum scanning Resolution: 0.002 inches
• Maximum work area: 8 inches (X) x 6 inches (Y) x 2 3/8 inches (Z)

Virtual Modela

Virtual Modela enables simulation of finished 3D models and accurately estimates machining production time. Lighting effects, material color or bitmap overlays can be added for accurate finished product representation. Access can be directly achieved from 3D Engrave, Modela Player or from import of a PRN file.

Modela Player

Modela Player is a CAM software application that accepts DXF and STL files exported from commercially available CAD/CAM software. It also allows for uniform 3D scaling, selection of milling direction and automatic generation and display of the tool path. Cutting depths and speeds are controlled from a predefined material library or can be set to user-defined specifications.

Modela 3D DESIGN

Modela 3D DESIGN makes it possible to intuitively create 3D shapes called "objects." An object is created by taking a predefined shape such as a cylinder or sphere and using control rods called "reference lines" to modify the basic shape into the final design. The software also allows adding color for rendering the created shape. Similar to 3D TEXT, files are imported directly to Modela Player or exported as 3D DXF files.

Modela 3D TEXT

Modela 3D TEXT will turn any Windows True Type font into a 3D relief for automatic import to Modela Player or a 3D DXF file format.

Dr. PICZA

Dr. PICZA is a comprehensive, dedicated scanning software. Packed with easy-to-use functions, it can reduce data volume by reducing the Resolution of all or part of the captured data, or it can rescan part of the object at a finer scanning pitch and automatically combine it with the original data. Dr. PICZA is designed as an input GUI software controller for any of the PIX series scanners. It supports an array of data output formats including DXF (CAD data), STL, 3DMF (3D format standard), gray scale BMP and coming soon, IGES export ability.

• Interface - Serial (RS-232C). If your computer doesn't have a RS232 port you can buy an inexpensive USB-to-RS232 cable.
• XY table size - 8-5/8"(X). x 6-1/4"(Y) (220 mm x 160 mm)
• Max. operation area 8 "(X) x 6 " (Y) x 2-3/8" (Z) (203.2mm x 152.4mm x 60.5mm)
• Max. table load weight 2.2 lb. (1000 g)
• 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)
• Weight (unit only) 30.2 lb. (13.7 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

• 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
• Acceptable tool - Endmil, Drill

• 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

• 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

Adding to its functionality, the MDX-20 Scanning and Milling Machine works with a variety of popular 3D CAD and computer graphics software programs, including SolidWorks, Rhino 3D, Vectorworks, LightWave, VisualMill and 3d Studio Max, allowing you to design in the program you're most comfortable with.