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PDI Exclusive Roland MDX-40A Jewelry Wax Milling Package
Produce perfect, smooth, detailed wax models in just a few hours! We have made this daunting task easy with our exclusive MDX-40A Jewelry Model Making Package. Just send your designs to the MDX-40A with the bundled SRP Player software and our advanced jewelry fixture and get back to the creative side of your business. This stylish desktop device will quietly and automatically turn out precise, castable wax models of beautifully crafted rings, pendants, bracelets, brooches, charms, earrings and cufflinks. It will make your jewelry design and production faster, easier and more profitable.
The MDX-40A Jewelry Model Making Package works with all industry standard jewelry design programs like MOI3D, Rhino3D, Techgems, RhinoGold, Gemvision Matrix, Solidworks, 3Design, JewelCad, Artcam, Jewelsmith, 3Design, RhinoJewel, Firestorm CAD, JewelSpace and any other 3D design program that exports STL file types. This package does not include 3d design software.
The MDX-40A Jewelry Mill Creates:
Class Rings, Wedding Rings, Anniversary Rings, Three Stone Rings, Bracelets, Bracelet Charms, Necklace Pendants, Personalized Rings, Personalized Charms, Findings, Mountings, Pearl Enhancers, Tie Tacks, Settings, Broaches, Pave Settings, Badges, and a whole lot more.
Features
- Quick and easy install and setup
- Uses standard non proprietary jewelry carving wax
- Works with all materials not just wax, ie plastics, wood, ect
- Tool less material install (Easy thumb screws lock material in place)
- No changing out fixtures between processes (mount it once to do all your work)
- Works with all 3D Design software
- Single sided cutting for 1 sided objects
- Double sided index cutting for 2 sided objects
- Ring tube cutting for full rotary rings
- 3 Sided cutting for complicated rings (cut both sides then a full rotary cut)
Complete Solution for Jewelry Designers
With every MDX-40A Jewelry Package we sell, we include everything you need to get started making jewelry. We include all the standard items from the factory plus extra items not included with the machine.
- Roland MDX-40A 3D Milling Machine
- ZCL-40A Rotary Axis Unit (Allows for cutting rings and multi sided models automatically)
- Machine Tool Kit (All the tools you need to operate and maintain the machine)
- PDI Advanced Jewelry Fixture (Complete fixture kit to hold wax to produce models)
- Virtual Control Panel (Software you use to drive machine and setup fixtures and tools)
- SRP Player CAM Software (Software that creates toolpaths or instructions for cutting)
- Starter Jewelry Tool Kit (The tools the MDX-40A uses to carve the wax)
- Maintenance Kit (Grease for the X,Y,Z Rails)
- Quick Start Online Training (Teaches you step by step how to setup and operate the machine)
- 1 Year Warranty
***This package does not include 3D Design Software
Training and Resources
UPDATE We have posted the training here for you to use to review the system before purchase
Fixture install and calibration on MDX-40A
This video shows you how to calibrate the 4th axis unit on the MDX-40A then install the fixture. Once installed it shows you how to set the X,Y,Z origin points for both cutting on the frame and cutting on the tip.
MDX-40A Pendant Cut Training
This video shows you how to cut out a pendant on the MDX-40A using SRP Player and our jewelry fixture. The JWX-30 driver below has to be installed, you will then have the fixtures available as an option in SRP Player. The video is a Flash File and requires Flash Player.
MDX-40A Pendant Cut - File
This is a link to the file used on the MDX-40A Pendant Cut Training Video.
MDX-40A Ring Tube Cut Training
This video shows how to create a 4 Axis ring on the MDX-40A using SRP Player and a wax tube. The JWX-30 driver below has to be installed, you will then have the fixtures available as an option in SRP Player. You need to view the Add Tool Training and add your new profile tool before doing this training. If you are using the revised fixture that allows you to mount the wax tube on the fixture, then mount it the new way, this video shows mounting the wax on the rotary axis unit. This video is a Flash File and requires Flash Player.
MDX-40A Ring Tube Cut - File
This is a link to the file used on the MDX-40A Ring Tube Cut Video.
MDX-40A 3 Sided Ring Cut Training
This video shows how to create a complicated 3 sided ring using the MDX-40A, SRP Player and our new jewelry fixture. This video goes through all the steps required to cut first on the 2 sides then on the tip of the fixture. This video is over 30 minutes long. The JWX-30 driver below has to be installed, you will then have the fixtures available as an option in SRP Player. You need to view the Add Tool Training and add your new profile tool before doing this training. This video is a Flash File and requires Flash Player.
MDX-40A 3 Sided Ring Cut - File
This is a link to the file used on the MDX-40A 3 Sided Ring Video.
MDX-40A Support Hub - File
This is the hub you should be using when using our fixture with the Roland MDX-40A / JWX-10. You will insert this hub into your cad model before saving it out as an stl when doing the 2 sided cutting of a 3 sided ring. You will then re save your model out without the hub when you are doing the rotary cut on a 3 sided ring.
RhinoGold Set Up for SRP Player
This video shows you how to setup SRP Player to launch directly from inside of RhinoGold. When this is setup you can use the Export CAM wizard and it makes using the 2 program together much easier, it also eliminates exporting files and re importing the files.
MDX-40A SRP Player Add Jewelry Tool Training
This video shows how to add profile tools in SRP Player for jewelry cutting. You need to add these tools before doing any of the videos above that require the Profile tool. The JWX-30 driver below has to be installed, you will then create the new tools in the JWX-30 mode so they will be available for the training videos.
UPDATE ****In the video it does not tell you to change the Flute Diameter but it must also be changed. The ZEC-J3015 tool you copy has a shank diameter of 0.059" or 1.5mm but your new tool needs to have a shank diameter of 0.125" or 3.175mm***
Jewelry Tool Information Document
This is a document that has advanced information on the tools used for cutting wax when making jewelry patterns. It gives you the parameters of Roland's standard tools and gives you alternative sources for purchasing the tools.
Wax Clean Up and Removal Document
This document tells you how to get the wax out of small details after you have cut out a ring or pendant in wax. Sometimes this can be very difficult. We also list some tools you can buy like a high pressure washer and cutting oil.
Roland JWX-30 Driver
This is a link to the driver page for the download of the JWX-30 drivers and instructions to install. You have to install the JWX-30 driver to get the special types of cuts used in the videos above. The SRP Player software will not make the fixture available except in the JWX-30 mode. Download the driver, use the setup file in the folder for the type of operating system you have, select the JWX-30 and when it asks what port, do not use a USB port simply select one of the COM ports. If you use the USB port then it will need you to plug the machine in for the driver to finalize the installation. So only use a COM or LPT port.
Where to buy wax for fixture - Click Here
You can use any type of machinable wax or jewelers carving wax with the fixture and the machine. But if you want to buy wax in pre-cut sizes that fit the fixture perfectly then we recommend www.machinablewax.com they have blocks cut to size. Click the link above or go to there website then look down the left side for jewelry wax, then select Roland. You need the wax for the Large JWX-30 fixture, it is the same size as our fixture.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
This takes you to a page that has all the questions we have received about he MDX-40A and Jewelry Milling. If there is something you have a question about check out this page first before sending in the question, if it is not answered there then please send in the question so we can add it to the FAQ's.
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Roland MDX-40A Milling Machine Specifications
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MODEL
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MDX-40A
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Acceptable materials
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Foam, Modeling Boards, Modeling Wax, Wood, Cork, All Plastics, ABS, Delrin, Acetal, POM, Peek, Polycarbonate, Acrylic, Plaster, Ceramic, PC Boards, Natural Materials (non ferrous metal supported under certain conditions)
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X, Y, and Z strokes
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12 (X) x 12 (Y) x 4-1/8 (Z) in.
(305 (X) x 305 (Y) x 105 (Z) mm)
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Distance from spindle tip to table
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Maximum 123 mm (4-13/16 in.)
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Table size
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12 (W) x 12 (D) in.
(305 (W) x 305 (D) mm)
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Loadable workpiece weight
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8.8 lb (4 kg)
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XYZ-axis motor
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Stepping motor
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Feed rate
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XY-axis: 0.0039 to 1.9 in./s (0.1 to 50 mm/sec.),
Z-axis: 0.0039 to 1.1 in./s (0.1 to 30 mm/sec.)
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Software resolution
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NC-code: 0.000039 in./step (0.001mm/step),
RML-1: 0.00039 in./step (0.01 mm/step)(RML-1)
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Mechanical resolution
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0.00008 in./step (0.002 mm/step)(Micro-step)
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Spindle motor
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Brushless DC motor, Maximum 100 W
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Spindle rotation
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4500 to 15000 rpm
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Tool chuck
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Collet
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Interface
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USB (compliant with Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 1.1)
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Power supply
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Voltage and frequency
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AC100 to 240 +/-10%, 50/60 Hz
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Required power capacity
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2.1 A
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Power consumption
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Approx. 210W
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Acoustic noise level
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No-load operation: 56 dB (A) or less, Standby: 42 dB (A) or less
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Dimensions
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26-3/8 (W) x 29-15/16 (D) x 21-13/16 (H) in.
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669 (W) x 760 (D) x 554 (H) mm
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Weight
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143.3 lb (65 kg)
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Operation temperature
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41 to 104°F (5 to 40°C)
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Operation humidity
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35 to 80% (no condensation)
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Included items
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Power cord, power plug adapter, USB cable, collet, Z0 sensor, hexagonal wrench, hexagonal screw drivers, spanners, Roland
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System Requirements for Included Software
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OS
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Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, XP (32 or 64Bit)
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CPU
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Minimum required CPU for operating system
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RAM
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Minimum amount required RAM for operating system (8GB recommended)
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Optical Drive
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CD-ROM Drive Recommended for Install
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Video card and monitor
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A display with at least 16-bit color and resolution of 1024 x 768 or more recommended
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Optional Rotary Axis Unit (ZCL-40A)
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Maximum angle of rotation
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+/-18 x 10 5° (+/-5000 rotations)
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Maximum loadable workpiece size*
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4.7 in.(120 mm) diameter by 10.6 in. (270 mm) long
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Maximum thickness holdable by workpiece clamp
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0.4 to 1.8 in. (10 to 45 mm)
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Loadable workpiece weight
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2.2 lb (1kg ) (including clamps)
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Feed rate
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0.23-11.79 rpm
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Mechanical resolution
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0.005625 deg./step (Micro-step)
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Dimensions
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18.5 (W) x 11.3 (D) x 4.5 (H) in.
(470 (W) x 286 (D) x 115 (H) mm)
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Weight
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16.5 lb (7.5 kg)
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Included items
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Y-origin sensors (large and small), Z-origin sensor, Y-origin detection pin, center drill, live center, hexagonal wrench, cap
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*The range that can actually be cut is limited by the amount of tool extention and interference between the loaded workpiece
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Optional 3D Scanning Sensor Unit (ZSC-1)
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Maximum scanning area
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12.0 (X) x 12.0 (Y) x 2.3 (Z) in.
(305 (X) x 305 (Y) x 60 (Z) mm)
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Distance from probe tip to table
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Maximum 3.6 in. (92.4 mm)
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Table load capacity
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Maximum 8.8 lb (4 kg)
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Sensor
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Type
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Roland Active Piezo Sensor (RAPS)
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Video card and monitor
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2-5/16 in. (60 mm)
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Video card and monitor
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0.00315 in. (0.08 mm)
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Scanning method
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Contacting, mesh-point height-sensing
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Operating speed
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XY-axis
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0.6 to 1.1 in./s (15 to 30 mm/sec.)
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Z-axis
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0.04 to 1.1 in./s (1 to 30 mm/sec.)
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Item
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Model
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Description
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Rotary axis unit
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ZCL-40A
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See the above specifications
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3D Scanning sensor unit
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ZSC-1
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See the above specifications
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Replacement spindle unit
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ZS-40
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1GB or more recommended
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Dust box
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ZDX-40
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26.33(W) x 30.27(D) x 3.8(H) in.
(666 (W) x 769 (D) x 97 (H) mm)
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