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The DTL generator is an affordable high-speed, dry-cut, single point diamond turning lathe that employs precision diamond machining technology for traditional or advanced lens processing such as Cut-to- Polish and Digital (free-form) lens production. When using advanced lens processing, generated lenses move directly to conventional or sub-aperture polishers, eliminating the fining process.
Built for speed and precision, the unique Dual Axis-Cutting Controller, Dry-Cut Swarf Chamber, and User Interface promote smooth lens surface throughput, ease of operation and a clean environment. And because the DTL uses a dry cut process, the need for an expensive water reclaiming filtration system is eliminated.

DTL Models
	The DTL 150 is a high speed generator that employs standard generating parameters to produce lens surface qualitites which require conventional fining and polishing. The DTL 150 is upgradeable to both cut-to-polish and digital (free-form) processing as well as automation.
	The DTL200 offers advanced lens processing to produce digital (free-form) lenses. The DTL200 is available as a manual unit or may be upgraded to automation.

Standard Features
	The DTL employs Dry-Cut Generating Technology to process all plastic, hi-index, polycarbonate, or Trivex® lenses. Because of this method, no reclaim water filtration system is needed to dispose of non-EPA lens waste materials, eliminating coslty water treatment chemicals and coolants.
	The Dual Axis-Cutting Controller uses single point cutting axes to provide precision lens surfaces. The DTL can be equipped with one or two axes depending upon the lens processing preference.
	The X-Axis is designed for high-speed, traditional fining and polishing, cut-to-polish plastic and hi-index with hard-tool polishing. The V-Axis , or voice-coil axis, is used for all materials, soft-tool and digital lens processing.
	The Swarf Management System keeps the laboratory environment clean by containing lens debris in the chamber until its evacuated. Airflow through the cutting/swarf chamber cools the cutter and evacuates debris for easy disposal.
	A full color, adjustable tilt angle Resistive Touch Screen allows the operator easy viewing while entering, displaying or changing job information. The touch screen provides a quick-press response without cumbersome keyboard or mouse devices. A bar code reader enables operators to enter job data electronically, reducing any input errors.
	The Intelligent Sofware's large buttons, descriptive labeling, and Windows-like programming provides ease-of navigation and data entry. Password protection, job status display, and activity counter features allow laboratories to configure and manage daily job production. For maintenance support, DTL generators offer on-screen, diagnositc reminders that help operators keep DTL in top working condition.

Automation

Depending on the lab's preference, the motorized bi-directional conveyor can be configured for a single or double automation tray. The Automation Ready Job Tray travels down the conveyor where a bar code reader scans the job number. The job information downloads from the host computer, the lock pin releases, and then the tray enters to its next position. A proximity sensor recognizes that a tray has entered the second position then it signals the DTL for processing.