INDEX MS40
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Key Specifications
Max Spindle
number of spindles
max bar diameter
max part length
spindle power each
live tooling
How much does the INDEX MS40 cost?
Estimated price range
Our best estimate for a multi-spindle automatic in this class — not a quote from INDEX-Traub. Configuration moves it a long way.
Overview
The INDEX MS40 is listed as a six-spindle bar automatic for bar up to 40 mm (1.57 in) and parts up to 120 mm (4.7 in) long, with spindles running to 7,000 RPM. INDEX does not show it on its current product pages, so the figures here are listed ones, to be confirmed against the machine's own documentation or with INDEX.
The listed drum index time of 0.9 sec matters on a multi-spindle, because every index is dead time added to each part. Live tooling is listed at each spindle position, the control is a Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl, and bar is fed by magazine or hydrodynamic bar feed. Coolant pressure of up to 80 bar (1,160 psi) helps chip control when drilling deep holes in long-chipping materials.
Two listed figures need checking before they are relied on. Spindle power is given as 4.4 kW (5.9 hp) per spindle, while the MS 40E, also for 40 mm bar, lists 24 kW. The listed weight of ~18,000 kg (39,683 lb) on ~4,500 x 3,000 mm of floor is also far above the approx. 7,100 kg (15,653 lb) of the MS22-8, so confirm both before planning cutting data or foundations.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Spindles | 6 |
| Max Bar Diameter | 40 mm (1.57 in) |
| Max Part Length | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 7,000 RPM |
| Spindle Power Each | 4.4 kW (5.9 hp) |
| Live Tooling | Yes (each spindle position) |
| CNC Control | Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl |
| Drum Index Time | 0.9 sec |
| Feed Type | Bar feed (magazine or hydrodynamic) |
| Coolant Pressure | Up to 80 bar (1,160 psi) |
| Machine Weight | ~18,000 kg (39,683 lb) |
| Machine Dimensions | ~4,500 x 3,000 mm |
Specifications compiled from manufacturer literature and industry references. Not independently verified against a published spec sheet — confirm with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before making a purchasing decision.
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Listed for 40 mm (1.57 in) bar and parts up to 120 mm (4.7 in) long
- Listed drum index time of 0.9 sec
- Live tooling listed at each spindle position
- Coolant pressure up to 80 bar (1,160 psi)
Limitations
- Not on INDEX's current product pages; the listed figures need confirming
- Listed spindle power of 4.4 kW (5.9 hp) per spindle is low for 40 mm bar; the MS 40E lists 24 kW
- Listed weight of ~18,000 kg (39,683 lb) needs a foundation check before installation
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
INDEX does not show it on its current product pages. Treat the listed figures, 40 mm (1.57 in) bar, 7,000 RPM and 6 spindles, as a starting point and confirm them with INDEX or from the machine's documentation, particularly the spindle power and weight.
02
The listed figures give bar up to 40 mm (1.57 in) and a maximum part length of 120 mm (4.7 in), turned on 6 spindles at up to 7,000 RPM. Bar is fed by magazine or hydrodynamic bar feed.
03
Both are listed for 40 mm bar and 7,000 rpm. The MS 40E lists 24 kW of spindle power, against 4.4 kW (5.9 hp) per spindle for the MS40, and an INDEX C200-4D control on Siemens 840D hardware where the MS40 lists the Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl.
04
Coolant pressure is listed at up to 80 bar (1,160 psi), and live tooling is listed at each spindle position. The drum index time is given as 0.9 sec. The listing gives no driven-tool speed or power, so ask for those before quoting milled features.
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