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Multifunction Edger ME-1/PLB-2R8S
Multifunction Edger ME-1/PLB-8S
Multifunction Lens Edging Machine
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EAN:
4048783089139
Part #:
1315204
Legacy #:
LE029-0150-33
EAN:
4048783089214
Part #:
1315755
Legacy #:
LE029-0250-33

NIDEK · Multifunction edger (flagship)

NIDEK ME-1

precise. versatile. masterful.
As NIDEK’s new flagship model, the ME-1 brings together multifunctionality, accuracy and user-friendly operation. It goes beyond drilling and high base curve processing to handle a broad range of frame styles with ease – from complex curves to delicate detailing – delivering a flawless fit that rivals master craftsmanship. Its newly reinforced structure ensures durability and stability.
Multifunction drilling · HiCurve · design cutup to 11 mm step height3D drilling 0–30° tilt10.4″ touchscreen
Overview

One edger for almost any frame

From 3D drilling and high base curve to custom bevels, design cut and special safety beveling: the ME-1 covers the full range of demanding edging – stable, precise and repeatable.

Step beveling up to 11 mm
Fits Rx lenses securely into sunglass and sport frames. Partial step beveling applies the step to designated areas, while variable step angle control keeps the step width uniform and prevents the step base from thinning (lens sizes up to Ø 90 mm).
High base curve & custom bevel
NIDEK’s independent front and rear grinding delivers a flawless high base curve bevel; position and height are manually controllable. Trapezoidal beveling improves the look and fit on sport and specialty frames – front/rear bevel heights and bevel apex width are adjustable.
Automatic 3D drilling
Slots, notches, counterbored and jewel holes with high precision; the drill unit tilts 0–30° for accurate angle drilling on rimless frames.
Design cut & facet
Processing based on shapes created on the blocker – combined with partial step beveling, even hook-style lens designs are supported. Front and rear facets can be previewed on the blocker.
Special safety bevel & polishing
The special safety bevel makes the temporal edge of high-minus lenses look slimmer. Polishing creates a high-luster edge; safety bevels can be polished too. Partial grooving and beveling on a single lens is possible.
Stable & material-capable
Adaptive torque control adjusts pressure to the load; the soft processing mode reduces axis shift on super-hydrophobic coatings. Processes many materials – including glass (depending on the wheel).
Versions compared

Wheel configuration: PLB-8S or PLB-2R8S

Both configurations deliver the full processing range for plastic lenses. The difference: with its integrated glass roughing wheel, the PLB-2R8S also processes glass (mineral) lenses.

PLB-8S
Wheel configuration PLB-8S
For plastic lenses – the complete bevel and edging range for plastic.
✓  Bevel & flat edge (plastic), incl. polishing
✓  High base curve bevel (plastic)
✓  Step bevel & partial step bevel
–  No glass/mineral lens processing
PLB-2R8S · recommended for glass
Wheel configuration PLB-2R8S
Additionally for glass lenses – meets the consistent demand for glass.
✓  Full PLB-8S feature set
✓  Glass bevel
✓  Glass flat edge
✓  Integrated glass roughing wheel
Wheel configuration PLB-8S vs. PLB-2R8S
Processing PLB-8S PLB-2R8S
Plastic bevel (+ polishing) ✓ ✓
Plastic flat edge (+ polishing) ✓ ✓
Plastic high base curve bevel ✓ ✓
Step bevel / partial step ✓ ✓
Glass bevel – ✓
Glass flat edge – ✓
Technical data

NIDEK ME-1

Machine type Patternless multifunction edger (NIDEK flagship)
Processing modes Bevel, flat edge, mini beveling (0.4–0.7 mm), high base curve bevel, custom/trapezoidal bevel, step & partial step beveling, partial beveling, grooving & partial grooving, polishing, chamfering (with/without polish), special safety beveling, design cut, drilling, soft processing
Step height Up to 11 mm; variable step angle control for uniform step width
Lens materials Plastic, high-index, Trivex and more; glass depending on wheel configuration (PLB-2R8S)
Drilling Hole diameter Ø 0.80–10.00 mm; hole depth 0.1–6.0 mm; drill unit tilts 0–30° (automatic/manual); min. lens diameter < 7°: Ø 34.0 mm, ≥ 7°: Ø 30.0 mm
Setting ranges FPD/PD 30.00–99.50 mm; ½ PD 15.00–49.75 mm; optical center height ±15.0 mm; size adjustment ±9.95 mm
Grinding wheels PLB-8S (plastic) or PLB-2R8S (additionally glass)
Operation 10.4″ color touchscreen; bevel and groove simulation, front and side shape views; adaptive torque control; soft processing mode
Water supply Pump circulation or direct connection to tap water
Interfaces RS-232C (3 ports), LAN (1 port); VCA protocol
Power supply 100–120 / 200–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz; 1.5 kVA
Dimensions / mass 702.5 × 593 × 451 mm / 72 kg
System configuration With auto blocker (built-in tracer), with stand-alone tracer + blocker, or as a high-volume processing system
Note on data accuracy: Safety beveling is not possible for the high base curve bevel. Equipment, wheel configuration and availability vary by market and configuration. The current NIDEK datasheet always prevails; subject to change without notice.

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