Development of the spindle shaft for machining center using high thermal conductivity material

Abstract

Due to the high precision and high speed of spindles for machining centers, thermal issues cannot be avoided. The temperature rises of the spindle shaft, which is the rotating component, causes issues such as increased thermal displacement in the tool axis direction and an increase in friction torque, leading to limitations on the spindle speed. Heat removal or heat diffusion methods are effective in reducing the temperature of the spindle shaft. The former method of removing heat from the rotating shaft requires complex peripheral devices for cooling. Here, the latter method of diffusing heat is examined. Specifically, a method for reducing the temperature of the high-temperature part and the temperature difference generated in the shaft will be examined.