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vhf camfacture AG
vhf camfacture AG
Since 1988, vhf camfacture AG has been a manufacturer of highly precise, fast and robust CNC milling machines. Possible fields of application extend from micromachining to large-volume mould making. Since 2008,
vhf has successfully taken part in the dental market with
its micro-machining systems of the Impression line.
The company has its seat in Ammerbuch which is approximately 30 kilometres southwest of Stuttgart. At the
moment vhf has a staff of more than 180 employees and
has a manufacturing capacity of 1,500 machines per
year.
Distribution via resellers only
vhf milling and grinding machines for dental technology are exclusively
available via OEM partners and the specialised trade. vhf does not directly
sell to end customers – hence we are not competing with you. As vhf reseller you sell the machines in the classic vhf look in your respective sales
area. As OEM partner you sell the machines in your own design and can
distribute them world-wide.
The OEM machines are real masters of disguise: Depending on the purchase quantity, OEM systems either get a different-coloured coating or
even an individual housing construction. Furthermore, in an OEM partnership individual agreements are possible. In any case, confidentiality is
very important for us in such a partnership – each OEM partner may decide
whether their company is indicated on the vhf reseller list or not.
Out of the box
vhf’s milling and grinding machines impress by their
extremely compact construction. Packed in a stable carrier box you deliver the machine to your customer. The necessary accessories are also inside the
box. At the customer’s place you only have to unpack
everything and set it up – no complex installation
or assembly works are necessary. You connect all
cables of the machine and the computer, install the
software and you are ready to start. And in case of
service this process also works the other way round.
vhf camfacture AG
The secret of success...
With more than 25 years of experience in machine-building
and the development of CAM software as well as with the
competence of our partners from the vhf group, we achieve a
high in-house production depth. So the complete electronics originate from the vhf elektronik GmbH and all milling tools
are developed and produced by the vhf tools AG.
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The vhf camfacture AG does not only all (technical) design
works, we also manufacture the machine parts for the dental
systems on vhf industrial milling machines. In our final assembly, the machines are built together and tested extensively. It is
this high in-house production depth that makes the sensational
market price of the vhf machines possible – and you as our
partner can realize top profit margins though.
Efficient operation
Due to the Direct-Mill function which is integrated
in the DentalCAM software, you save plenty of time.
While the calculation of the milling paths is still running, the milling process will be started. All further
calculations will proceed in the background.
Additionally, the machining comfort can be considerably increased by different degrees of automatization, for instance with an automatic blank changer
for up to eight blanks. And finally a special highlight:
Due to the rock-solid construction and their high
manufacturing quality, you can process non-precious alloys on CoCr basis with all vhf dental milling
machines!
Service friendliness
As our reseller you are responsible for the technical support
of the end customers. In order to facilitate your work, the machines are service-friendly constructed. Moreover they have
some features which reduce the service effort. One example is
the integrated working chamber sealing air concept, which
protects the mechanics against dust and chippings and thus also
the investment of your customer. So we are able to give a 24
months bring-in warranty even on machines which mill zirconium every day.
Your technicians get comprehensive instruction and training
courses by vhf. Of course we offer you excellent second level
support and help your technicians with words and deeds in the
case that they feel at a loss.
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Machines
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Impression K models
Most obvious is the extremely compact design of the
K models. Upon closer examination, the uncompromisingly rigid construction of the machines leaps to the eye.
So it is ensured that you will achieve first-class results – even
in extremely hard non-precious alloys on cobalt-chrome
basis.
Two extremely affordable dental specialists
High-class drive and measuring units are also essential for
producing perfect objects. Here, vhf relies for instance on
integrated Harmonic Drive® rotary axes. On top of that an
automatic axis measurement and compensation ensure
a consistently high machining precision – and thus top-quality results.
Also the operation is easy: With our model CAM 4-K4 Impression you get an automatic tool changer with six stations
which enables a complete machining of the workpiece –
from the initial rough machining up to the ultimate finishing
– without manual intervention of the operator. However, if
it should for instance not be possible to provide compressed
air, we recommend CAM 4-K3 Impression where the tools
can be exchanged thanks to a convenient quick chucking
device also by hand within seconds.
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Blank
Dry
Mill
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4 simultaneously working axes
the compact table housing finds place everywhere, its footprint only amounts to 400
x 385 mm
protection of the danger zone during the
machining process due to an automatic safety interlock at the front cover
protection of the mechanics against dust and
chippings as well as reduced wearing and
maintenance effort due to integrated working chamber sealing air concept
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Four-axis machining system CAM 4-K4 Impression with automatic tool changer for six tools.
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underpressure sensor for monitoring the air
extraction
top-quality Jäger high frequency spindle
with 170 W nominal power under continuous load
fixing device: for round universal blanks with
a diameter of 98.5 mm with step and a thickness of 10 to 25 mm
tool change: CAM 4-K3 Impression by quick
chucking device; CAM 4-K4 Impression by
automatic tool changer with 6 stations
highest accuracy due to automatic axis measurement and axis compensation
worldwide applicable due to far range switching mode power supply for 100 – 240 V and
50/60 Hz with country-specific mains plug
certification according to ANSI/UL 61010-1
for exports to the USA and Canada
very easy operation via provided CAM software DentalCAM with Direct-Mill function –
no previous knowledge in milling necessary
(see page 16)
machining wax, plastics, zirconium oxide
and composites up to non-precious alloys on
cobalt-chrome basis
machine and software made in Germany
technical data compared with the other Impression models – see page 12
Machines
PMMA
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ZrO2
Composites
CoCr
Scope of delivery
Generally
■■ Impression compact system
■■ complete cable set
■■ keys for emergency release of the front cover
■■ service set for spindle maintenance
■■ hose connection for external vacuum cleaner
■■ 2.5 mm hexagon socket screw key
■■ calibration plate and measuring pin
■■ replacement tool measuring plate
■■ USB dongle
■■ powerful and comfortable software package
DentalCAM with control software
■■ manuals in German or English
Detail view of a
CAM 4-K3 Impression. The high
frequency spindle
SF 170 is equipped
with a quick chucking device.
Additionally for CAM 4-K4 Impression
■■ tool changer for 6 tools integrated in fixing
device
■■ service unit for compressed air plus hose
Ø 6 mm
■■ 1 pair of tool changer inserts of rubber including 1 drill 2.8 mm
Detail view of the
interior of a CAM
4-K4 Impression.
The high frequency
spindle SF 170P is
equipped with a
pneumatic collet
chuck for the automatic tool change.
The changing
station for six tools is
located on the fixing
device.
Order numbers
CAM 4-K3 Impression incl. DentalCAM
➯ article no. CM08-I4-K3-DENTAL-CAM
CAM 4-K4 Impression incl. DentalCAM
➯ article no. CM08-I4-K4-DENTAL-CAM
Machine accessories page 14
Information on tools page 19
vhf resellers and OEM partners can find all prices on
our reseller price list Dental CAD/CAM.
Wax
PMMA
ZrO2
CoCr
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Machines
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N4 Impression
The N4 Impression is a brand-new wet grinding machine
for glass ceramics and composites which has been newly
developed from scratch. Its highest precision and the quick
drive units – common characteristics of all vhf machines –
are combined here with a closed liquid cooling system in
an extremely compact housing. So you will get first-class
grinding results in shortest time with the N4 Impression.
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Blocks
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4 simultaneously working axes
grinding of approved glass ceramics types
(VITABLOCS® Mark II, VITA ENAMIC®, VITA
SUPRINITY®, IPS Empress®, IPS e.max®)
Fully integrated liquid cooling system
The cooling lubricant is led through eight liquid nozzles
which are arranged at the spindle and cools the whole tool
evenly from the tip to the shank at all machining stages. The
machine bed of massive aluminium cast facilitates highest
stability and a low-vibration operation. Together with
the flexible gaiter at the spindle it furthermore guarantees
that all the liquid will remain solely in the working chamber
of the machine. The removable liquid drawer under the
working chamber also contains a filter mat for separating
grinding particles.
Fixing the three material blocks takes only little time and the
two removable changer stations for four tools each will be
equipped with just a few moves. The material will then be
machined fully automatized and you can spend your time
with other useful things until you remove the finished work.
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The compact vhf wet grinding machine N4 Impression with
automatic tool changer for eight tools.
grinding composites
wet grinding machine with closed liquid
cooling system – no external module for
pump etc. necessary
comfortable filling and cleaning due to removable drawer for liquid tank and filter for
separating grinding particles
flexible rubber gaiter protects mechanics,
electronics and spindle effectively from humidity
machine bed of massive aluminium cast
powerful and precise spindle with cone
cleaning and 4-fold hybrid ceramic ball bearings with a nominal power of 300 W under
continuous load
automatic tool changer for up to 8 tools
haptic tool measurement for usage of diamond-coated tools
automatic axis compensation
8 liquid nozzles at the spindle for an especially efficient cooling from the tip of the tool
to the shank
fixing device for up to 3 blocks with round
shanks (total positioning range for workpieces: 60 x 40 x 20 mm)
protection of the danger zone during the
machining process due to an automatic safety interlock at the front cover
extremely compact table housing, footprint
only 360 x 451 mm
worldwide applicable due to far range switching mode power supply for 100 – 240 V and
50/60 Hz with country-specific mains plug
very easy operation via provided CAM software DentalCAM with machining strategies
that are especially adapted for grinding
machine and software made in Germany
technical data compared with the other Impression models – see page 12
* This machine is in a prototype state at the moment; thus technical and optical modifications
until its launch at IDS are still possible.
Machines
Composites
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Glass
Ceramics
Ideal for the practice lab
Scope of delivery
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Wet grinding machine N4 Impression
complete cable set
2 keys for emergency release of the front
cover
service set for spindle maintenance
service unit for compressed air plus connecting hose Ø 6 mm
2 coarse filter mats (1 integrated, 1 replacement)
calibration set and measuring pin
2 screw drivers
1 pair of tool changer inserts of rubber including 1 drill 2.8 mm
3 replacement screws for the workpiece
holder
1 container of ph testing strips
1 litre cooling lubricant vhf Tec Liquid (see
page 15) including measuring cup (250
ml)
USB dongle
powerful and comfortable software package
DentalCAM with control software
manuals in German or English
The N4 is an ideal machine for practice laboratories for
producing the works without time delay and higher costs
for an external production. Or you specifically add the wet
grinding machine N4 Impression to the already existing machines for dry processing in the dental laboratory. It will
save you the cleaning works which become necessary in an
alternating operation between wet and dry processing in
one machine.
Order numbers
Description Article No.
N4 Impression incl. DentalCAM CM08-I4-N4
Cooling lubricant vhf Tec Liquid ET-NO-TL
Information on grinding tools page 19
vhf resellers and OEM partners can find all prices on
our reseller price list Dental CAD/CAM as soon as
the machine is deliverable.
Working chamber of the N4 Impression. Detail top right: the tool
is evenly cooled by eight liquid nozzles.
Finished restorations of different sorts of glass ceramics.
The high precision of the machine makes it possible to
carve out most filigree structures.
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Machines
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Impression S Models
CAM 5-S1 Impression and CAM 5-S2 Impression are our most
versatile dental milling machines. They have five simultaneously working axes and are designed for dry machining as
well as for wet machining. The second rotary axis (B axis)
with a rotation range of up to ± 30 degrees enables you to
mill undercuts and so opens up new machining possibilities.
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Tools
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B
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Advance into new dimensions
Other highlights are a powerful and highly precise synchronous spindle and an automatic tool changer for 16
tools. In addition to the currently required tools, you can
equip the tool changer with replacement tools right away.
Thus you can continue working without interruption if a tool
is worn out. In order to create a solid basement for the highly
precise five-axis mechanics, the machine bed of the S models
is made of one single massive cast part. Thus these machines gain much stability at minimal exterior dimensions.
Moreover, vibrations are reduced and the mechanics is
optimally protected – also from entering of liquid while wet
machining.
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compact design, its footprint only amounts
to approx. 490 x 445 mm (CAM 5-S1) and
approx. 692 x 445 mm (CAM 5-S2)
machine bed of massive aluminium cast
protection of the danger zone during the
machining process due to an automatic safety interlock at the front cover
protection of the mechanics against dust and
chippings as well as reduced wearing and
maintenance effort due to integrated working chamber sealing air concept
If you like to work even more comfortably, we recommend
the model CAM 5-S2 Impression, which is supplementally
equipped with a blank changer for eight blanks. You fit
the changing station with blanks via a smaller additional
front cover. The proper blank for your milling job is inserted
into the fixing device automatically when required. So the
machine can mill around the clock and no operation steps
have to be performed.
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Milling machine CAM 5-S1 Impression with five simultaneously
working axes and a tool change station for 16 tools.
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underpressure sensor for monitoring the air
extraction
powerful and precise spindle with cone
cleaning and 4-fold hybrid ceramic ball bearings with a nominal power of 300 W under
continuous load
fixing device for round universal blanks with
a diameter of 98.5 mm and step and a thickness of 10 to 30 mm
high-grade automatization due to automatic tool changer for up to 16 tools – several
blanks can be milled in a row without having
to exchange worn out tools
haptic tool measurement for usage of diamond-coated tools
automatic axis compensation
controller with optional Ethernet interface
CAM 5-S2 Impression with automatic changer for 8 blanks
machining wax, plastics, zirconium oxide
and composites up to non-precious alloys on
cobalt-chrome basis
prepared for machining glass ceramics with
wet grinding option (see page 10); liquid
nozzles already integrated into the spindle
block
greatest flexibility regarding applications
and materials
worldwide applicable due to far range switching mode power supply for 100 – 240 V and
50/60 Hz with country-specific mains plug
Machines
PMMA
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CoCr
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certification according to ANSI/UL 61010-1
for exports to the USA and Canada
very easy operation via provided CAM software DentalCAM with Direct-Mill function –
no previous knowledge in milling necessary
(see page 16)
machine and software made in Germany
technical data compared with the other Impression models – see page 12
Not just for dry machining
Both machines are prepared for connecting the wet grinding module (please turn over for more details). There are
liquid nozzles already mounted at the spindle so that the
tool will be optimally cooled while grinding. Thus you can
also process glass ceramics.
Scope of delivery
Generally
■■ Impression compact system
■■ complete cable set
■■ keys for emergency release of the front cover
■■ service set for spindle maintenance
■■ service unit for compressed air plus hose
Ø 6 mm
■■ hose connection for external vacuum cleaner
■■ 3 mm or 2.5 mm hexagon socket screw key
■■ calibration set
■■ 1 pair of tool changer inserts of rubber including 1 drill 2.8 mm
■■ USB dongle
■■ powerful and comfortable software package
DentalCAM with control software
■■ manuals in German or English
Additionally for CAM 5-S2 Impression
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blank changer
with 8 blank
frames: It can be
equipped with
up to 8 blanks,
which can be
loaded
automatically
into
the fixing device
for machining.
Detail view of the interior of a CAM 5-S1 Impression.
Order numbers
CAM 5-S1 Impression incl. DentalCAM
➯ article-no. CM08-I5-S1-DENTAL-CAM
CAM 5-S2 Impression incl. DentalCAM
➯ article no. CM08-I5-S2-DENTAL-CAM
Machine accessories page 14
Information on tools page 19
vhf resellers and OEM partners can find all prices on
our reseller price list Dental CAD/CAM.
CAM 5-S2 Impression: the blank changer for eight round universal blanks is
located behind the additional smaller front cover on the left side.
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S1
Wet Grinding Option
for Impression S Models
The wet grinding option opens up new machining possibilities to the CNC milling machines CAM 5-S1 Impression
and CAM 5-S2 Impression. So materials like glass ceramics
which can only be wet ground complete the list of machinable materials.
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The external wet grinding module has an integrated membrane pump and a refined system for air and liquid treatment. It dries the extracted air and filters the cooling liquid from grinding particles. The regularly used dry vacuum
cleaner simply has to be connected to the wet grinding
module instead of to the machine.
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However, you do not need a new machine for wet grinding
– just an external module and appropriate holders for the
glass ceramics blocks (see page 15) for the Impression S
models. The wet grinding module which regulates the liquid circulation is connected with two hoses for supply and
drainage with the machine. From three liquid nozzles that
are already integrated into the spindle block, cooling liquid
will be directly targeted to the tip of the tool. Thus an
efficient cooling is ensured during the whole grinding process.
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models: glass ceramics can now be ground –
the result is a combination of good surface
quality and fast grinding times
innovative, user-friendly operation
no machine changeover necessary when
switching between wet and dry machining
due to patent pending intelligent air circulation system by labyrinth air guiding system
(see scheme)
Liquid treatment with triple filtering by integrated coarse filter, flat folded filter and fine
filter; a contact-less ultrasonic sensor measures the exact liquid level (see scheme)
integrated, very silent membrane pump,
automatically controllable by DentalCAM
software
32 bit microcontroller for coloured backlit
graphics display with 128 x 64 pixels which
optically indicates liquid level and operating
hours counter
certification according to ANSI/UL 61010-1
for exports to the USA and Canada
extension of the DentalCAM software with
machining strategies especially for grinding
removable liquid container (15 litres)
size with housing feet (W/D/H): 382 x 455 x
510 mm (with rolls 60 mm higher), empty
weight: approximately 31 kg
quality made by vhf in Germany
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Wet grinding of glass ceramics on a CAM 5-S1 Impression: three
nozzles lead liquid to the tool tip.
wet grinding module
external power adaptor: input 100 – 240 V
and 50/60 Hz, output 24 V DC; with cables
and country-specific mains plug
connection hoses and -cables
3 fine filter cartridges and 3 coarse filter mats
mounting wrench for fine filter container
1 container of ph testing strips
3 front cover seals
roller set, 60 mm height
1 litre cooling lubricant vhf Tec Liquid (see
page 15) including measuring cup
software extension for DentalCAM
Machines
Composites
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Glass
Ceramics
Best surface quality – short grinding times
suction mixture
from machine
Air guiding system
air
circuit
Due to the rigid construction of the Impression S models
and the highly precise spindle you will achieve high-class
results by using the cooling lubricant vhf Tec Liquid and
the appropriate vhf grinding tools. For instance, it is possible to grind a fully anatomic crown of the materials IPS
e.max® or VITABLOCS® Mark II within approximately 25 minutes.
For wet grinding vhf’s range of tools includes a torus grinding tool with coarser grain size for roughing, as well as
a fine-grained radius grinding tool for finishing the surface afterwards. These tools are also available as starter set.
Please see page 19 for more information about the grinding tools.
liquid circuit
The suction mixture of air and liquid is divided
into two circuits. Due to the intelligent labyrinth air
guiding system, a large part of the humidity will be
separated from the extracted air. So the wet grinding option can be operated with a dry vacuum
cleaner, there is no additional device required.
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Liquid treatment
membrane
pump
fine filter container
measuring
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ultrasonic
sensor
The liquid is pumped through the fine filter container where it will be separated from fine grinding
particles. Afterwards the liquid will be pumped
back to the CNC milling machine. The contact-less
ultrasonic sensor constantly measures the liquid
level and shows it on the graphics display.
Wet grinding
module in highquality stainless
steel housing.
Order numbers
Machinable materials
Description Article No.
Wet grinding option CM08-I5-ZB-NO
Cooling lubricant
vhf Tec Liquid ET-NO-TL
Block holders for
glass ceramics page 15
Information on
grinding tools page 19
vhf resellers and OEM partners can find all prices on
our reseller price list Dental CAD/CAM.
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VITA ENAMIC®
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IPS e.max®
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Comparison of technical data
Fields of application
CAM 4-K3 and CAM 4-K4 Impression
dry machining
N4 Impression
wet machining
Machinable materials
plastics, wax, zirconium oxide, composites, CoCr
glass ceramics, composites
basic structure of aluminium precision plates
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100 x 98 x 40 mm
precise ball screw spindles for the 3 linear axes · motor resolution < 1 μm · ground steel precision guide rails · 4 mm lead
± 0.005 mm
automatic axis measurement and compensation for exact results
complete encapsulation of working chamber with closable
front cover · automatic safety interlock at the front cover during the machining process
machine bed of massive aluminium cast
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80 x 60 x 40 mm
precise ball screw spindles for the 3 linear axes · motor resolution < 1 μm · ground steel precision guide rails · 4 mm lead
± 0.003 mm
measurement of axes with calibration specimen · automatic
axis compensation for exact results
complete encapsulation of working chamber with closable
front cover · automatic safety interlock at the front cover during the machining process
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yes, with status indication
Dimensions (W/D/H)
approx. 400 x 385 x 410 mm
approx. 360 x 451 x 471 mm
Weight
Rotary axes
approx. 45 kg
approx. 50 kg
Features
A axis: rotary axis with highest true running accuracy for
processing workpieces on their full circumference of 360 degrees · Harmonic Drive® free from backlash
A axis: rotary axis with highest true running accuracy · rotation range: + 190° to − 10°
Fixing device
round universal blanks with a thickness of 10 to 25 mm and a
diameter of 98.5 mm with step
for 3 blocks with round shanks (total positioning range for
workpieces: 60 x 40 x 20 mm)
Exchange of workpieces
manual exchange of blanks
manual exchange
type CNC 300 · synchronic interpolation of 4 axes · great
smoothness of running, powerful and accurate due to microstep operation · high processing speed due to exponential
acceleration ramps · look-ahead feature for continuous velocity along the path · 6 digital inputs, 2 digital outputs · 4 motor
end phases · Chopper controller · cooling via 3 fans
type G12M · great smoothness of running, powerful and accurate due to microstep operation · high processing speed
due to exponential acceleration ramps · look-ahead feature
for continuous velocity along the path · 4 digital in- and outputs each · 5 motor end phases · four quadrant controller · no
fan necessary for cooling · extension slot for special features ·
optional Ethernet interface
Basic system
Construction
No. of axes
x/y/z pos. range
Drives
Repetition accuracy
Axis measurement
Housing
Working chamber
illumination
Controller
Features
Spindle
Features
Collet chuck
Tool change
CAM 4-K3: asynchronous high frequency spindle SF 170 ·
nominal power under constant load (S1): 170 W · maximum
power output (Pmax): 240 W · rotational speed range up to
60,000 RPM · double steel ball bearings · radial deviation at
internal cone of the precision shaft < 1 μm
CAM 4-K4: like CAM 4-K3, however as type SF 170P with
sealing air against entering of foreign substances
CAM 4-K3: manual for tools with 3 mm shank diameter and
max. 35 mm total length
CAM 4-K4: pneumatic for tools with 3 mm shank diameter
max. 35 mm total length
synchronous spindle SFN 300P · nominal power under constant load (S1): 300 Watt · maximum power output (Pmax):
600 W · rotational speed range up to 60,000 RPM · 4-fold hybrid ceramic ball bearings · radial deviation at internal cone
of the precision shaft < 1 μm · sealing air prevents entering of
foreign substances in the bearing area · cone cleaning
pneumatic stainless steel collet chuck for tools with 3 mm
shank diameter and max. 35 mm total length
CAM 4-K3: manual with quick chucking device · tool length
detection and tool breakage monitoring via electric contact
CAM 4-K4: automatic tool change station for 6 tools with
tool length detection and tool breakage monitoring via electrical contact · compressed air monitoring
automatic tool changer for 8 tools with 2 removable changer
stations for easy equipment · haptic tool length detection
and tool breakage monitoring · diamond-coated tools can be
used · compressed air monitoring
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tool is cooled by 8 liquid nozzles in full length (from tip to
shank) · removable drawer for cooling liquid and filter · protection of mechanics, electronics and spindle by flexible rubber gaiter
openings in the rear panel of the working chamber for air
extraction · connector for hose at the side of the housing ·
underpressure sensor for monitoring the air extraction · 24
Volt output for connecting the switching unit
no extraction necessary
Peripheral equipment
switching unit PSW 01-RSV for automatically switching a vacuum cleaner · administrated tool board
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Special feature
certification according to ANSI/UL 61010-1 for exports to the
USA and Canada
certification according to ANSI/UL 61010-1 for exports to the
USA and Canada in preparation
Features
Wet grinding
Features
Air extraction
Features
Other
Machines
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CAM 5-S1 and CAM 5-S2 Impression
dry and wet machining
plastics, wax, zirconium oxide, composites, CoCr, glass ceramics
machine bed of massive aluminium cast
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140 x 98 x 76 mm
precise ball screw spindles for the 3 linear axes · motor resolution < 1 μm · ground steel precision guide rails · 4 mm lead
± 0.003 mm
measurement of axes with calibration specimen · automatic
axis compensation for exact results
complete encapsulation of working chamber with closable
front cover · automatic safety interlock at the front cover during the machining process
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CAM 5-S2: with additional illumination of the blank changer
CAM 5-S1: approx. 490 x 445 x 540 mm
CAM 5-S2: approx. 692 x 445 x 540 mm
CAM 5-S1: approx. 75 kg, CAM 5-S2: approx. 95 kg
A axis: rotary axis with highest true running accuracy for
processing workpieces on their full circumference of 360 degrees · Harmonic Drive® free from backlash
B axis: rotary axis with highest true running accuracy · rotation range of ± 30 degrees · Harmonic Drive® free from backlash
round universal blanks with a thickness of 10 to 30 mm and
a diameter of 98.5 mm with step; for wet grinding option
three-fold block holders
CAM 5-S1: manual exchange of blanks
CAM 5-S2: automatic blank changer for eight blanks
type CNC G12D · synchronic interpolation of 5 axes · great
smoothness of running, powerful and accurate due to microstep operation · high processing speed due to exponential
acceleration ramps · look-ahead feature for continuous velocity along the path · 8 digital inputs, 8 digital outputs · 5 motor
end phases · four quadrant controller · no fan necessary for
cooling · optional Ethernet interface
synchronous spindle SFS 300P · nominal power under constant load (S1): 300 Watt · maximum power output (Pmax):
600 W · rotational speed range up to 60,000 RPM · 4-fold hybrid ceramic ball bearings · radial deviation at internal cone
of the precision shaft < 1 μm · sealing air prevents entering of
foreign substances in the bearing area · cone cleaning
pneumatic stainless steel collet chuck for tools with 3 mm
shank diameter max. 40 mm total length
automatic tool change station for 16 tools · haptic tool length
detection and tool breakage monitoring · diamond-coated
tools can be used · compressed air monitoring
3 liquid nozzles at the spindle for wet grinding · external wet
grinding module (optional)
opening at the housing side for air extraction · underpressure
sensor for monitoring the air extraction · 24 Volt output for
connecting the switching unit
switching unit PSW 01-RSV for automatically switching a vacuum cleaner · wet grinding option · administrated tool board
· block holders for glass ceramics
CAM 5-S2: Blank Operation Board · Blank Frame Tower
certification according to ANSI/UL 61010-1 for exports to the
USA and Canada
Wether dry milling or wet grinding – vhf offers the proper
machine for each application.
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Machines
Peripheral equipment for Impression machines
Dental suction unit with fine filter
For machining zirconium oxide and other materials where fine dust particles are being produced, we recommend to use a suction unit with fine filter. For instance the
Renfert Silent TS with its space-saving tower housing.
➯ for K and S models: article no. CM08-I5-ZB-RE-TS
Switching unit PSW 01-RSV
This small unit allows to switch a vacuum cleaner with a connection power of up to
230 V/10 A automatically by the control electronics of your Impression machine on
and off and thus automatize your operational procedures. The PSW 01-RSV just has to
be connected via the appropriate 24 Volt output.
➯ article no. CM08-I4-ZB-SE230
Tool sets starter edition | Administrated tool board (ATB)
We have assembled a starter set with 30 items containing radius cutters and cylindric
cutters for machining plastics, zirconium, composites and non-precious alloys. Due to
the especially cheap set price, the order quantity is limited to one piece per new machine. With this set, you get the practical administrated tool board for free along with
the tools. Its numbered slots will be administrated by the DentalCAM software. So
all information remains linked with each tool and you can dispose in total of a much
larger active pool of tools.
➯ Set for K models: art. no. CM08-I4-WZ-K30
➯ Set for S models: art. no. CM08-I4-WZ-S30
➯ ATB single: art. no. CM08-ZB-ATB
Blank operation board (BOB)
This device consists of a elegant granite base-plate and an eloxed fixing plate of aluminium. Thus you can easily and safely insert new blanks or remove the already milled
ones from the blank frames which are used in the automatic blank changer of CAM
5-S2 Impression. You do not risk that a valuable blank will fall down when working
freehand and your table surface will be protected.
➯ for CAM 5-S2: article no. CM08-ZB-BOB
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Set Blank Frame Tower (BFT)
A practical add-on for the automatic blank changer of your CAM 5-S2 Impression. In
its eight slots, you can space-savingly store frames for blanks or blocks which are currently not in use. This set contains eight frames for CAM 5-S2.
➯ for CAM 5-S2: CM08-ZB-BFT
Block holder for glass ceramics
Holder for up to three glass ceramics blocks (dimensions up to 40 x 19 x 16 mm) with
round shanks, each as specific type for CAM 5-S1 Impression for manually clamping
in the fixing device (above) or as frame for CAM 5-S2 Impression for usage with the
automatic blank changer (below).
➯ for CAM 5-S1: art. no. CM08-I5-ZN-BHS1
➯ for CAM 5-S2: art. no. CM08-I5-ZN-BHS2
vhf Tec Liquid – cooling lubricant for grinding works
A water-soluble cooling lubricant which is water-soluble (5 % emulsion concentrate). Its clear colouring facilitates a good observability of your workpieces during
the grinding process and it can be easily removed while cleaning your machine and
workpieces. Furthermore, it is especially mild to the skin without negative influence
on technical aspects.
➯ for S and N models: article no. ET-NO-TL
Tool set starter edition grinding tools
A starter set with 10 items containing radius and torus grinding tools for machining
glass ceramics. Due to the especially cheap set price, the order quantity is limited to
one piece per new wet grinding option respectively new machine.
➯ for S and N modells: article no. CM08-I5-WZ-NO10
Cabinet
The stable cabinet offers much space for your blanks, tools and accessories. Its massive granite plate underlines the high-value appearance of your system. Its dimensions are: 950 x 600 x 1,160 mm (W/D/H). An additional shelf plate is mounted on the
side of the cabinet for the S Series.
➯ for K and N models: art. no. CM08-I4-ZB-USK
➯ for S models: art. no. CM08-I4-ZB-US0
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Software
DentalCAM version 5
This CAM software for the dental technology is especially
adapted to the CNC milling machines of the Impression line.
Its operation does not demand any previous knowledge due
to the clearly structured user guidance. At first, the software lets you choose the required blank of different materials. Then you can import your earlier modelled CAD data via
the standardized STL format into this open program. The
software supports you with comfortable placement aids
in an optimal utilisation of space on the blank.
There are just a few mouse clicks necessary until you can
mill your bridgeworks. You place the bars which connect
the framework to the blank. If necessary, you can also place
drops for the sintering process. It is also possible to machine a blank in several stages; the teeth which have already been milled in a previous pass will be displayed in a
different colour and establish a protected area.
Finally, the milling paths of the different tools will be calculated fully automatized and highly optimised. Due
to the four or five axis path calculation, milling undercuts
is no problem any longer. While the milling paths of other
objects or the finishing processes are still being calculated,
the machine already starts – thanks to the Direct-Mill function – the roughing process. All relevant data concerning
blanks, fixing devices and tools have been stored in the CAM
software – you do not have to bother about such technical
details any more. The user workflow is speed-optimised
to such an extent that the whole preparation for a regular
crown takes less than one minute from switching on the machine up to the start of the machining process.
Thanks to new machining strategies, it is now possible to
mill non-precious alloys on cobalt-chrome basis with all
current vhf dental milling machines.
DentalCAM at a glance
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Well-arranged overall view of a fully equipped blank with all bars and
drops. DentalCAM helps with many convenient editing functions to
ensure an efficient and comfortable nesting of the blank. The different
colours of the single elements show their machining status at a glance.
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suitable for 4 axis and 5 axis simultaneous
machining; thus maximum accessibility of
undercuts
comfortable choice of materials for new
blanks, respectively selection of a suitable
used blank via the material archive with
search and filter functions and preview images
operation via self-explaining icons and keyboard shortcuts for the most common functions; rotation of objects via scroll wheel
the automatic blank height optimization can
rotate the object within the blank in such a
way that the blank height will be optimally
utilised by an appropriate twist of the rotary
axis – so you can use flatter blanks
sintering bars and sintering drops can be attached to your objects
automatic recognition of prepline, divergencies of fits, drillings and undercuts
extensive auxiliary functions for placing and
editing bars; additionally the bars can be either reduced or fully removed – this means a
considerable reduction of reworking
machining strategies are adapted to any
kind of object (crowns/bridges, abutments,
models, temporary dentures etc.); special
strategies for prepline and cavity; the kind
of object and its machining quality and the
machining status (to be machined now, already machined, to be machined later) can
be freely combined
fully anatomic objects or inlays will be machined with an extra small tool where necessary
usage of cylindrical tools for drillings
grinding strategies for glass ceramics can be
added via software extension
a residual material detection makes it possible that an object will only be machined
at such points with a smaller tool where it
is necessary
intelligent tool changer: usage of replacement tools if main tool is worn out or broken
is possible
different functions for automatic and manual
determination of the milling order
the Direct-Mill function enables an immediate start of the milling process while the
milling paths of other objects or the finishing
processes are still being calculated
the blanks can be automatically marked so
that you can exactly re-chuck them
automatic buffering of current milling output – very useful for instance in case of an
interrupted machining process due to power
failure
output of a manufacturing protocol in
spread sheet form for a better assignment of
the milled objects
decoupling of the CAM and CNC modules
for the independent creation of new milling
jobs
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blank at the left side of the window as well
as overview of the archive of already existing blanks with various filter functions on
the right side of the window.
You can comfortably switch between the different program windows by clicking the icons.
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After five simple steps your object is ready for milling:
1. Choose the object in the file browser.
2. Preview of the object and possibility to view the file from all sides using the STL viewer.
3. If necessary, the vertical alignment of the object in the blank can be adjusted here.
4. Determine the machining strategies by choosing the type of object and the quality, by (de-)activating the blank height optimization
as well as the possibility to disable the automatic search for divergent insertion angles and drillings in the objects.
5. Finally check the objects in the import list and import the complete list to the nesting window. There you just need to place bars and,
if necessary, drops and the milling output can be started.
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Tools
vhf dental tools
Our tool experts have developed sophisticated cutting edge geometries for machining the different dental materials from
wax to cobalt-chrome. Thus the optimum
balance between a best possible surface
quality of the machined material and a
preferably long endurance of the tool
is ensured. All dental milling cutters are
manufactured by vhf on modern six- and
seven axis precision grinding centres.
Dental milling cutters from vhf consist of a
super finest grain carbide mixture of German origin. It is characterized by its high
edge strength with high resistance to
wear and ductility at the same time. This
additionally improves the workpiece quality and the endurance.
Glaskeramik
CoCr
Lava™ Ultimate
Composites
ZrO2
diamond coated
ZrO2
coated
ZrO2
uncoated
With vhf dental milling tools you can machine
the established dental materials. The tools are
available with variously optimized cutting edge
geometries and with accordingly adapted coatings if this is reasonable for the respective material: wax and plastics (PMMA), zirconium oxide,
composites, LavaTM-Ultimate materials as well as
non-precious alloys on cobalt-chrome basis. In
addition we offer grinding tools for machining
glass ceramics. The tools have different-coloured stop rings, so that you can easily distinguish them.
PMMA
Fields of application
We make it
easy for you
In the DentalCAM software developed
by vhf, all machining and tool parameters for different materials and objects
are already set – the users do not have to
bother about such technical details. The
machine only has to be equipped with the
material and the tools required for the respective job and there you go...
Tools
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Radius cutters
This special dental radius cutter has a semi-circular rounded tip. It is available
with cutting edge diameters of 0.6 mm, 1.0 mm and 2.0 mm. As the 2.0 mm
tool is mainly used for efficiently roughing, tools with the small diameter of 0.6
mm are mainly used for finely finishing or carving out fissures. Due to the especially long free grinding of these tools, also undercuts can be reached easily.
The tools for plastics/wax and for Lava™-Ultimate are uncoated, for zirconium oxide they are uncoated and coated, the tools for composites and CoCr are always
coated.
Cylindric double tooth cutters
A double tooth cutter with flat face grinding and a cutting edge diameter of
1.2 mm. It is used when 90° angles have to be milled, e. g. in drillings and abutments.
For machining non-precious alloys on cobalt-chrome basis, this tool is available
as torus cutter with a small edge radius which protects the cutting edges. So a
higher endurance is guaranteed.
The tools for plastics/wax and for Lava™-Ultimate are uncoated, for zirconium oxide they are uncoated and coated, the tools for composites and CoCr are always
coated.
Cylindric single tooth cutter
The cutting edge of this cutter with flat face grinding is extremely sharp and
faceted. Thus the milled edges are very smooth even at high feed rates and the
risk of clogging is very low – even for plastics which tend to smear.
This tool is available with a cutting edge diameter of 2.5 mm; it is exclusively used
for roughing PMMA and wax. Roughing with a flat ground cutter reduces the
milling time.
Grinding tools for glass ceramics
vhf offers three tools for grinding glass ceramics: a torus grinding tool with
coarser grain size for roughing and two fine-grained radius grinding tools for
the later finishing process.
All tools distinguish themselves by a good abrasion and break resistance, and
their endurance is very long. A diamond grit with especially good binding to the
shank avoids microcracks and reduces the sensitivity for thermal impact.
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Tools
vhf Dental Tools at a Glance
L1
Wax and plastics (PMMA)
D1
L4
Article no.
Type of tool
Milling cutters without coating, stop ring silver
RF-FK-060-3-012-35
Radius cutter
RF-FK-060-3-012-40
Radius cutter
RF-FK-100-3-020-35
Radius cutter
RF-FK-100-3-020-40
Radius cutter
RF-FK-200-3-040-35
Radius cutter
RF-FK-200-3-040-40
Radius cutter
ES-FK-250-3-050-35
Cylindric milling cutter
ES-FK-250-3-050-40
Cylindric milling cutter
ZS-FK-120-3-050-35
Cylindric milling cutter
ZS-FK-120-3-050-40
Cylindric milling cutter
L2
3 mm
Cutting
edges
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
2
2
for
models
K
S
K
S
K
S
K
S
K
S
L3
D1
L1
Cutting edge
diameter
Total
length
0.60 mm
0.60 mm
1.00 mm
1.00 mm
2.00 mm
2.00 mm
2.50 mm
2.50 mm
1.20 mm
1.20 mm
35 mm
40 mm
35 mm
40 mm
35 mm
40 mm
35 mm
40 mm
35 mm
40 mm
L2, L3, L4
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L1
Zirconium oxide
D1
L4
Article no.
Type of tool
Cutting
edges
for
models
L3
D1
L1
Cutting edge
diameter
Total
length
Milling cutters without coating, stop ring green
RF-FZ-060-3-012-35
Radius cutter
RF-FZ-060-3-012-40
Radius cutter
RF-FZ-100-3-020-35
Radius cutter
RF-FZ-100-3-020-40
Radius cutter
RF-FZ-200-3-040-35
Radius cutter
RF-FZ-200-3-040-40
Radius cutter
ZS-FZ-120-3-050-35
Cylindric milling cutter
ZS-FZ-120-3-050-40
Cylindric milling cutter
2
2
2
2
3
3
2
2
K
S
K
S
K
S
K
S
0.60 mm
0.60 mm
1.00 mm
1.00 mm
2.00 mm
2.00 mm
1.20 mm
1.20 mm
35 mm
40 mm
35 mm
40 mm
35 mm
40 mm
35 mm
40 mm
Milling cutters with coating, stop ring light blue
RF-FZ-060-3-012-35-X
Radius cutter
RF-FZ-060-3-012-40-X
Radius cutter
RF-FZ-100-3-020-35-X
Radius cutter
RF-FZ-100-3-020-40-X
Radius cutter
RF-FZ-200-3-040-35-X
Radius cutter
RF-FZ-200-3-040-40-X
Radius cutter
ZS-FZ-120-3-050-35-X
Cylindric milling cutter
ZS-FZ-120-3-050-40-X
Cylindric milling cutter
2
2
2
2
3
3
2
2
K
S
K
S
K
S
K
S
0.60 mm
0.60 mm
1.00 mm
1.00 mm
2.00 mm
2.00 mm
1.20 mm
1.20 mm
35 mm
40 mm
35 mm
40 mm
35 mm
40 mm
35 mm
40 mm
0.60 mm
1.00 mm
2.00 mm
1.20 mm
40 mm
40 mm
40 mm
40 mm
Milling cutters with coating, stop ring dark blue – available from April 2015
RF-FZ-060-3-012-40-DIA
Radius cutter
2
S
RF-FZ-100-3-020-40-DIA
Radius cutter
2
S
RF-FZ-200-3-040-40-DIA
Radius cutter
3
S
ZS-FZ-120-3-050-40-DIA
Cylindric milling cutter
2
S
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L1
Composites
D1
L4
Article no.
L2
3 mm
Cutting
edges
Type of tool
Milling cutters with coating, stop ring yellow
RF-FN-060-3-012-35
Radius cutter
RF-FN-060-3-012-40
Radius cutter
RF-FN-100-3-020-35
Radius cutter
RF-FN-100-3-020-40
Radius cutter
RF-FN-200-3-020-35
Radius cutter
RF-FN-200-3-040-40
Radius cutter
ZS-FN-120-3-050-35
Cylindric milling cutter
ZS-FN-120-3-050-40
Cylindric milling cutter
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
for
models
K
S
K
S
K
S
K
S
L3
D1
L1
Cutting edge
diameter
Total
length
0.60 mm
0.60 mm
1.00 mm
1.00 mm
2.00 mm
2.00 mm
1.20 mm
1.20 mm
35 mm
40 mm
35 mm
40 mm
35 mm
40 mm
35 mm
40 mm
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RF-FU-... and ZS-FU-120-3-050-35).
L1
Non-precious alloys (CoCr)
L2
D1
3 mm
L4
Article no.
Cutting
edges
Type of tool
Milling cutters with coating, stop ring red
RF-FNEM-060-3-012-32
Radius cutter with cone
RF-FNEM-060-3-012-35
Radius cutter with cone
RF-FNEM-100-3-030-32
Radius cutter
RF-FNEM-100-3-030-35
Radius cutter
RF-FNEM-200-3-040-32
Radius cutter
RF-FNEM-200-3-040-35
Radius cutter
ZS-FNEM-120-3-030-32
Torus cutter
ZS-FNEM-120-3-030-35
Torus cutter
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
for
models
K
S
K
S
K
S
K
S
L3
D1
L1
Cutting edge
diameter
Total
length
0.60 mm
0.60 mm
1.00 mm
1.00 mm
2.00 mm
2.00 mm
1.20 mm
1.20 mm
32 mm
35 mm
32 mm
35 mm
32 mm
35 mm
32 mm
35 mm
L1
Glass ceramics
3 mm
L2, L3, L4
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D1
L4
Article no.
Cutting
edges
Type of tool
Diamond grinding tools, stop ring black
RS-GK-060-3-055-35
Radius grinding tool
RS-GK-100-3-080-35
Radius grinding tool
TS-GK-260-3-160-35
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