THE Q-SERIES

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THE
55-610
Q-SERIES
Performance wrapped up in a durable package, the Q-Series leverages a servo-hydraulic package to deliver
quality parts at a rapid pace, while minimizing energy use. The platform’s performance and features surpass
injection molding expectations of higher priced machinery. The reliable Q-Series provides clamp specifications
with greater tie bar spacing, clamp stroke, ejector stroke, and force delivered in a smaller machine footprint.

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THE HIGH-PERFORMANCE, DOUBLE-TOGGLE Q-SERIES OFFERS

INDUSTRY LEADING TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS, VERSATILITY,
DURABILITY, PRECISION, AND PRODUCTIVITY PROVIDED ON A
SERVO CONTROLLED HYDRAULIC TOGGLE.
An energy-efficient hybrid, powered by a reliable RexRoth servo system.

Exceptional toggle kinematics offer a smooth and quick-clamp velocity profile.

Refined clamp control and rigid base reduce vibration from prior designed toggles.

Enhanced optional application capability: stack tools, extended day light, intrusion, increased base height.

Innovative platen design ensures uniform load distribution across the mold face.

Designed for quick mold changes with an advanced auto die height setup and
interchangeable mold files from similar machines.
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Precise platen parallelism to reduce machine and mold wear.

Offering 10 clamp tonnages that are paired with 6 variations of injection units,
the Q-Series offers a wide range of operation capacity.
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TOGGLE DESIGN
• I mproved speeds and reduced footprint with new toggle design
• Durable double toggle, 10-pin design
• Rectangular platen designs accept a wide range of molds (see clamp specification table on page 6)
• New toggle design allows for consistent lower tonnage operations at 30% of maximum
clamping force
• Auto lubrications to critical toggle components
• Grease-free mold area

DIE HEIGHT MECHANISM

• Repeatable and accurate die height adjustments with EJECTOR
use of a linear transducer • Improved ejector stroke and force from prior toggle
• Easy auto die height setup through the control screen designs
• Adjustable manual die height setup speeds • SPI knockout pattern
• Durable mechanical design ensures accurate clamp • Programmable settings and pulsating eject functions
position is maintained during production

PROVIDING THE HIGHEST PERFORMANCE,

PRECISION, AND FLEXIBILITY.
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MOSAIC G3
• 15.6 in. diagonal, capacitive multi-touch screen
• Flyout overlay window with capacity to display 3 configurable
TWIN CYLINDER INJECTION UNIT
content selections:
– Alarms – Cycle analysis • Uniform load distribution across screw centerline
– Energy Analysis – Help info • Standard barrel swivel for convenient screw removal
– Product information • Precision linear guideways for precise screw and
• Mold data storage (internal, external USB, network drive) barrel alignment
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) - volume/position/injection • Optimized hydraulic hose routing to minimize footprint
pressure set points and improve hose life
• Process monitors with trend data and trend graphs (3,000 cycles) • Durable ceramic insulated heater bands

ENHANCED MOLD LIFE

T he rigid base and clamp design provides:
• Higher mold carrying capacity
• Enhanced parallelism and squareness
MILACRON M•POWERED
• D esigned to fully utilize our M-Powered suite of
connectivity products
• Reduce failures, improve uptime and OEE
• Remote monitoring capability

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Q-SERIES
The latest in Milacron’s low-to-mid tonnage range of injection molding machines. The NEW high-performance
double-toggle Q-Series product line offers a 10-pin double-toggle machine, with enhanced productivity,
performance, and precision.

MULTIPLE STANDARD INJECTION FRAMES

• A-B-C barrel combination for part standardization
• Twin cylinder injection unit distributes the load evenly across the screw centerline
• Injection unit travels on precision liner guides
• Injection unit swivel for easy maintenance

INJECTION UNIT SPECIFICATIONS

Frame 28 32 40 450 630 970 1540 2290 3470 4880
Q-Series 55
Q-Series 90
Q-Series 125
Q-Series 170
Q-Series 200
Q-Series 260
Q-Series 315
Q-Series 400
Q-Series 500
Q-Series 610

CLAMP SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL TONNAGE PLATEN SIZE (H X V) TIE BAR SPACING (H X V) MAX DAYLIGHT MIN / MAX MOLD

US Tons mm mm mm mm

Q-Series 55 55 500 x 485 325 x 310 630 150 / 350

Q-Series 90 90 610 x 565 405 x 360 710 150 / 400
Q-Series 125 125 690 x 645 480 x 435 900 150 / 520
Q-Series 170 170 780 x 740 550 x 510 1,060 200 / 600
Q-Series 200 200 810 x 770 575 x 525 1,100 200 / 600
Q-Series 260 260 920 x 820 660 x 560 1,260 200 / 710
Q-Series 315 315 990 x 940 710 x 660 1,400 250 / 750
Q-Series 400 400 1,120 x 1,035 810 x 725 1,520 300 / 800
Q-Series 500 500 1,245 x 1,200 875 x 830 1,670 350 / 820
Q-Series 610 610 1,330 x 1,300 1,000 x 900 1,820 400 / 900

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APPLICATIONS
Leveraging the use of a servo motor in combination with hydraulic components, the Q-Series provides
exceptional repeatability and energy savings with oversized clamp specs, increased max mold weights,
and outstanding dry cycle times to meet the demands of all the major industry market segments.

• CONSTRUCTION • PACKAGING • AUTOMOTIVE

• MEDICAL • CONSUMER • ELECTRONICS

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CLAMPING UNIT
A toggle manufactured on a robust platform and designed for repeatable performance.

Leveling pads and rugged base strategically designed to reduce machine vibration.

Robust base allows for larger mold weights than prior toggle designs.

Generous tie bar distance accommodates a vast range of molds.

The rectangular platen design opens up the die space for advanced mold versatility.

The improved toggle kinematics provide for fast clamp velocities and a smooth velocity profile.

Clamp traverses on guide ways for smooth low friction operation.

Better strain linearity provides for a larger span of tonnage operations, allowing for repeatable
low tonnage settings.

Chrome plated strain rods (standard).

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CLAMPING UNIT
Q-SERIES EUROMAP 6 DRYCYCLE TIME (SEC - MM)

Q-55 2.40 - 227 mm

Q-90 2.05 - 284 mm
Q-125 1.65 - 336 mm
Q-170 1.70 - 385 mm
Q-200 1.85 - 402 mm
Q-260 1.95 - 462 mm
Q-315 2.15 - 497 mm
Q-400 2.40 - 567 mm
Q-500 2.95 - 612 mm
Q-610 3.20 - 700 mm

Clamp Euromap dry cycle time improvements approximately 30% over conventional toggle designs. 9
Grease-free tie bars with bushing-free moving platen.

Auto lubrication to toggle linkage and the precision

linear skates (Q-125 to 610).

Tri-directional part removal.

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INJECTION UNIT
The Q-Series is one of Milacron’s global product lines, presenting a universal line of injection units, barrels,
and screws that are perfect for vast assortment of high-quality processing applications.

Twin cylinder injection unit keeps a uniform load distributed across the centerline of the screw.

Frictionless precision linear guides and precise screw and barrel alignment, resulting in reduced ware.

Improved hydraulic hose routing to minimize footprint and enhance hose life.

Six-stage configurable injection velocity profile.

Configure up to five fill pressure steps.

Ten configurable pack/hold pressure steps.

Configure up to five steps of extruder RPM for refilling.

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INJECTION UNIT
Auto tuning of temperatures provides for accurate closed-loop temperature control.

Standard current monitoring of each heat zone provides for heater band burn out detection.

Barrel swivel allows for easy screw replacements.

Standard magnet included in hopper.

Standard sliding hopper with shutoff (Q-125 to 610) and swivel with shutoff on (Q-55 to 90).

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Injection hoses routed
toward clamp to minimize
floor space

Durable ceramic
insulated heater bands
with current
monitoring
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SERVO-
HYDRAULIC
SYSTEM

The proven servo-hydraulic package offers peace-of-mind during operations. The Q-Series
reliability is elevated by operating with fewer moving parts. The bi-directional pump driven
by a servo motor is engineered for quick response to your process while operating at low
maintenance cost. The closed-loop servo-hydraulic system provides for consistent operations.
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BENEFITS INCLUDE
Cycle precision and repeatability using a closed-loop system.

Motor speeds vary between 0-3,000 RPM.

Easy-access power system for maintenance.

Reduced energy consumption.

Increased accuracy and precision – rotational control to a fraction of a degree.

High response – low inertia.

Noise reduction – quieter than conventional toggle machines.

Secure remote monitoring available for troubleshooting and analysis.

Reduced sensitivity to contamination. 13

Increased reliability and lower maintenance costs.

Bi-directional pump for fast response in pressure control.

Provides aggressive acceleration and deceleration rates.

Proven design with an

excellent track record

Design provides for easy

access to pump with
butterfly shutoff from
main hydraulic tank
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MOSAIC G3 CONTROL SYSTEM

The refined control provides a straightforward format for the operator with 19 different language selections.
Mold files can be moved with a simple USB stick, minimizing operator setup time. The Q-Series programmable
core provides over 25 different configurable selections to operate before, during, or after clamp, injection,
or ejector axis movements.

STANDARD FEATURES
15.6 in. diagonal, capacitive multi-touch screen.

Flyout overlay window with capacity to

display 3 configurable content selections:
– Alarms – Cycle analysis
– Energy analysis – Help info
– Product information

Actual injection speed and pressure graph display.

39 parameter monitoring last 3,000 cycles.

(Statistical Process Control) SPC.

Mold data storage (internal, external USB, network drive).

Insert molding.

Operator programable I/O.

Ergo-friendly design with adjustable height and rotation for easy viewing of the screen.

MOLD GUARD TECHNOLOGY

A closed-loop control process that senses any presence of left over articles from the last process cycle
or any foreign article between the core and the cavity.

Auto or manual configuration to monitor clamp pressure during high-velocity stages of clamp closure.

CONTROL THE PROCESS

Refined control provides a straightforward format for the operator.

Statistical Process Control (SPC) - volume/position/injection pressure set points.

Process monitors with trend data and trend graphs (3,000 cycles).

Multiple language selections.

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TEMPERATURE OVERVIEW INJECTION GRAPH

MOLD GUARD CLAMP SETUP

MINIMIZE ENERGY CONSUMPTION WITH RELIABLE PERFORMANCE

Lower power consumption and water requirements.

Minimized hydraulic fluid reservoir contributes to reduced environmental impact.

Standard water saver valve provided for the heat exchange regulates the cooling water usage to minimize
overall water usage.

Ceramic insulated heater bands require less energy consumption, helping to keep the heat against the
injection barrel.

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HIGH-QUALITY COMPONENTS
The Q-Series was designed to be durable and deliver exceptional performance in any environment.
Built with the highest quality components, the Q-Series requires very little ongoing maintenance.
Year-over-year, the Q-Series will continue to produce.

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1. Motor/Drives – RexRoth

2. Control Hardware – B&R

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3 3. Non-contact linear
transducers – Gefran

4. Control valves – RexRoth/

ATOS
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5
5. Fixed gear pump – Voith

6. Filtration – EATON
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SERVO-DRIVEN GEAR PUMP
Servo-driven performance for quick acceleration and repeatable response.

Bi-directional gear pump provides fewer moving parts and low maintenance.

The pump, motor, and drives are paired together for a more efficient control of power.

Lower cooling requirements for hydraulic oil than conventional hydraulic systems.

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STANDARD FEATURES
Standard Optional Standard Optional
GENERAL INJECTION
Advanced toggle technology powered by energy efficient servo motor hydraulic system Twin cylinder injection units for compact footprint

Direct control of pressure and flow via internal gear pumps Twin pull-in cylinders for even nozzle force distribution

* Multiple servo motor systems … (multiple for Q315 and up) Closed-loop injection velocity and pressure control

Improved layout of manifolds and hoses on non-operator side Cold slug removal

Monitored shut off valve to pump suction lines Injection fill-to pack by screw position, pressure, or time

Solenoid indicator lights (Q-Series 125-610) Direct drive single stage hydraulic screw motor

Designed for serviceability (test ports, access, etc) Short stroke slider ring

Filtration to 10 micron with clog detection and alarm Sprue break

Ports for external auxiliary filtration plumbing Injection unit swivel for easy nozzle, screw, and barrel maintenance

Option of additional loop filter J-Style thermocouples

Open access to ejector area for quick/easy mold change Hopper slide with shutoff, open/close, op side emptying

Tri-directional part removal Ceramic insulated heater bands

Robot mounting pads on stationary platen (optional SPI plates) Nitrided barrel

Euromap 67 robot interface Medium compression screw 45mm and smaller

SPI 3.0 robot interface Barrier screw 50mm and larger

Filtered ventilated control cabinet with overtemperature alarm (cooling options) Slider ring non-return valve

Receptacle Package Heater band burnout detect

Operator settable oil temperature control Configure up to 5 injection high velocity steps

Alarm light multiple tiered (option) Configure up to 10 injection pressure pack and hold steps

Leveling pads Closed loop back pressure control

Low oil level monitoring Configure up to 5 backpressure steps

Freely programable cores Feed throat temperature monitoring alarm (closed loop control option)

Hopper swivel with shut-off (Q-Series 55-90)

Standard Optional Sliding hopper with shut-off (Q-Series 125-610)

CLAMP Intrusion option available

Durable 10-pin double toggle with improved clamp kinematics Programmable auto heat startup

Precision linear guides on moving platen End of production run shutdown

Compact footprint

Increased max mold weight capacity Standard Optional

Reduced (Euro-map 6) dry cycle times EJECT
Grease-free mold area, bushingless moving platen Machine-mounted eject system (SPI)

Chrome plated strain rods with shot peen threads Eject on the fly (std: Q-Series 315-610)

Insert molding (Standard)

Auxiliary power unit (for EOF Q-Series 55-260)
“Mold Guard” Enhanced full stroke mold protection
Pulsating ejection
SPI mold mounting pattern on platens
Position transducer used for setup and readout of ejector positions
Auto linkage and clamp skate lubrication (Q-Series 125-610)
Proportional control of eject speed and pressure (operator adjustable at control)
Die height bull gear adjustment (Q-Series 125-610), chain sprocket adjustment (Q-Series 55-90)
Two forward-eject speed set points
Repeatable auto die height adjustment is supported with a linear transducer
Eject forward dwell timer
Extended day light package available
Eject retract override
Real-time tonnage readout
Intermediate eject retract set point
Automatic lubrication of skates

Self adjusting ratchet style jam bar Eject retract limit switch verification (software/signals only)

Proportional speed control with 5 opening and 5 closing speeds Eject forward limit switch verification (software and signals only)

* Features not availble on all models.

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WORKCELL INTEGRATION & APPLICATIONS

AUXILIARY SOLUTIONS
Hot runner controllers

Integrated robot cells

Hydraulic mold clamping systems

Conveyors

Thermoset stuffers

Rack circuit encoders

APPLICATIONS
Pail/bucket applications

PVC / CPVC solutions

Two component Injection

Integrated iMFLUX technology

Stack molds

Thermoset application options

Intrusion

Rotary tables

EUROMAP
Euromap 67 Robot interface (standard)

Euromap 73 interface (option available to operate

with rear gate open)

Euromap 70 (option available for magnetic mold

clamp integration)

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