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Chiron (Niemcy) Chiron Werke GmbH & Co. KG – Tuttlingen

The photo shows a Fanuc Series 0-M (a popular CNC controller used in the 1980s/90s).

It supports X, Y, Z axis interpolation and a tool magazine.

Features include a CRT screen and a classic push-button keyboard.

3. Electrical parameters (nameplate)

Power supply: 3-phase, 380 V, 50 Hz

Control voltage: (not specified, but typically Fanuc 110/220 V → transformer)

Auxiliary voltage: 24 V

Protection: 16 A (flink)

Electrical diagram number: 711 792 01 01

4. Machine construction

Vertical CNC machining center (milling machine) with a fully enclosed housing.

Worktable with grid of holes for mounting workpieces.

Carousel tool magazine (visible in the photo) – most often 12, 20, or 24 tools (depending on version).

Automatic tool changer (ATC).

Z-axis operates vertically (guideway assembly and telescopic way covers visible).

5. Typical technical data (for Chiron FZ 12/15 machines from this period)

(values may differ depending on the model, but these are approximate parameters):

Travels (X/Y/Z): approx. 500 – 700 / 400 / 400 mm

Table surface: 800 × 400 mm (example)

Table load: 200 – 300 kg

Spindle speed: 20 – 6000 rpm (some versions up to 8000 rpm)

Spindle taper: SK 40 (DIN 69871)
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Spindle drive: 7.5 – 15 kW (depending on version)

Tool magazine: 12 – 24 tools

Positioning accuracy: ±0.005 mm

Rapid traverse: 30 m/min (X/Y/Z axes)

6. Application

Metalworking (steel, aluminum, cast iron, light alloys).

📌 General information:
• Manufacturer: CHIRON, Germany
• Type: CNC machining center
• Control: as seen in the photo (Fanuc Series 0-M)
• Automatic tool changer
• Heavy-duty worktable with workpiece clamping options
• Solid industrial construction

📌 Machine condition:
• Used machine, in good condition
• Regularly serviced
• Shows normal signs of use
• Fully functional

📌 Application:
• High-precision milling
• Machining of metal components
• Single-part and batch production

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