used in our lab
AOS Automated Wire Bender
Automation engineered for modern orthodontic labs.
- Manufacturer
- Advanced Orthodontic Solutions, USA
- Model
- MB1B7
- Status
- In-Stock
- Price
- $64.750
Financing Availiable
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AOS Automated Wire Bender information
The AOS MicroBender MB1 V7 is a programmable CNC wire bending system built specifically for orthodontic/dental labs that want to automate repetitive wire forming while maintaining consistent accuracy and repeatability. The machine can produce both two dimensional and three dimensional wire forms using stainless steel wire from spool stock, helping reduce material waste and eliminate the downtime associated with loading individual precut wires.
The system works with AOS JawDraw® software, allowing technicians to design custom wire forms digitally using preset appliance templates or make small adjustments to individual wire segments for a more precise fit. Completed designs can be sent directly to the MicroBender for production, creating a more streamlined digital workflow from design to finished wire.
The MB1 V7 uses brushless servo motors, digital controls and automatic tool calibration to provide fast production with consistent results across different wire sizes. Its footprint and standard 120 or 220 VAC power requirements allow it to fit into a typical orthodontic laboratory without requiring a large dedicated production area.
For labs producing higher volumes of Hawley Labial Bows, 3 to 3 & 2 to 2, Wraparound Labial Bows, C Clasps, Occlusal Rests, Continuous Occlusal Rests, Lower Lingual Arches LLA, Transpalatal Arches TPA, Nance Appliances. The MicroBender can reduce manual bending time and allow technicians to focus on appliance assembly and finishing rather than repetitive wire fabrication.
AOS also provides remote diagnostic support through its Dial A Service system for troubleshooting and machine support.
Bottom line: The AOS MicroBender has helped our lab increase production, improve consistency and makes training someone to bend wire on screen much simpler than teaching everything by hand. Check out our Lab Tested, Outlaw Approved review to see how it performs in our lab.
- Machine Type
- Programmable CNC orthodontic wire bending machine
- Wire Forms
- 2D and 3D wire forms
- Wire Diameter Range
- 0.5 to 1.2 mm / 0.020 to 0.045 in; 0.040 and 0.045 in require additional hardware
- Wire Material / Feed
- 304V stainless steel wire, spool fed
- Servo Axes
- 4 servo axes, published V7 specification
- Drive / Controller
- Brushless servo motors with digital controller
- Installed Power
- 750 W installed power; published V7 maximum 6.3 A at 120 VAC
- Electrical
- 120 / 220 VAC current MB1 listing
- Feeder Resolution
- 0.0002 mm, published V7 specification
- Bender Resolution
- 0.000007 degrees, published V7 specification
- Z Axis Resolution
- 0.0004 degrees, published V7 specification
- Design Software
- JawDraw® CAD CAM design software with appliance templates and segment level adjustments
- Automatic Calibration
- Automatic Tool Calibration for material and wire diameter setup
- Remote Support
- Dial A Service internet based remote diagnostics and support
- Wire Feed
- Continuous spool wire feed reduces setup time, scrap and downtime
- Installation
- Compact tabletop installation
- Manufacturing
- Made in the USA; AOS is based in Tampa, Florida
Do I get the same manufacturer warranty if I buy through OLS?
Yes. When you purchase equipment through Orthodontic Lab Solutions, the manufacturer warranty remains in place. We work directly with the manufacturers and maintain relationships with the companies whose equipment we offer.
In many cases, we can also help act as a point of contact if a warranty or service issue comes up. Instead of being left to figure out who to call, we can help connect you with the appropriate manufacturer and assist with the process when possible.
You are buying the same equipment with the same manufacturer warranty, with the added benefit of having OLS in your corner.
Does it replace a wire bender?
No. You will still need a skilled wire technician and pliers for final adjustments, complex designs and bends the machine does not currently support.
Bottom line: The AOS complements an experienced technician. It does not replace one.
How many appliances can it produce per day?
There is not one universal answer because production depends on the appliance, the operator experience and whether the operator is creating a new design or running a previously saved design.
In our lab, we design and bend throughout the day, so production varies with the workload. Once a design has been saved, the AOS can bend many wire forms in approximately 30 to 40 seconds. AOS reports that previously designed parts can reach approximately 100 to 110 wire forms per hour under peak batch production conditions.
My advice is not to focus only on the number of parts it can produce in a day. Look at how much it increases your lab overall production. For the appliances our AOS supports, we experienced approximately an 80% increase in wire production while also improving consistency and reducing manual wire bending.
My advice: Measure the machine by the production problem it solves, not by a single maximum output number.
How long does training take?
Training is one of my favorite things about this machine. Someone with basic computer skills can usually learn the software and begin producing quality wire bends in approximately four to five days.
We have found that people who are comfortable with computers, CAD software or video games may understand the software and begin producing good bends in as little as one to three days. Learning orthodontic terminology and appliance design usually takes several additional weeks.
Bottom line: Training someone to operate the AOS is significantly easier than training someone to become an experienced hand wire bender. Strong computer skills can be a major advantage.
Can it bend straight wire?
No. The AOS uses spool wire rather than individual straight wire lengths. Multiple wire sizes are available.
How much maintenance is required?
The AOS requires very little routine maintenance. The main responsibilities are keeping the machine properly calibrated and maintaining the air compressor according to the compressor manufacturer recommendations.
Regular calibration, which takes approximately 20 minutes, helps maintain accurate and consistent bends. Basic air compressor maintenance may include draining moisture, checking filters and monitoring air pressure.
Bottom line: Maintenance is minimal compared with the amount of production the machine can handle.
How often are software updates released?
The software is updated regularly with improvements, new features, bug fixes and performance enhancements. One thing I have appreciated is that the AOS team has been open to customer feedback.
When users identify ways to improve the workflow or make the software more efficient, the team is willing to listen and may incorporate those ideas into future updates. From my experience, AOS continues improving the software rather than leaving it unchanged after the sale.
How long does it take to see a return on investment?
Return on investment will be different for every orthodontic lab. It depends on production volume, labor costs, appliance mix, staffing challenges and how much hand wire bending you currently perform.
For the appliances the AOS can bend in our lab, we experienced approximately an 80% increase in wire production. That efficiency allowed us to produce more consistent wire bends while reducing the amount of manual wire bending required.
Look beyond the purchase price. Consider easier training for new employees, increased production, improved consistency, reduced dependence on experienced wire benders and the ability to better prepare your lab for growth or an eventual sale.
Bottom line: ROI is measured in more than dollars. It can also be measured in time saved, production capacity, consistency and the ability to scale more efficiently.
Can I finance the machine?
Financing may be available for qualified buyers. Low or no money down options may be available through Orthodontic Lab Solutions, depending on approval and current lending programs.
Where is it manufactured?
The AOS MicroBender is designed and built in the United States. AOS is based in Tampa, Florida.
Made in the USA: Tampa, Florida.
Overview
The AOS MicroBender MB1 V7 is a programmable CNC wire bending system built specifically for orthodontic/dental labs that want to automate repetitive wire forming while maintaining consistent accuracy and repeatability. The machine can produce both two dimensional and three dimensional wire forms using stainless steel wire from spool stock, helping reduce material waste and eliminate the downtime associated with loading individual precut wires.
The system works with AOS JawDraw® software, allowing technicians to design custom wire forms digitally using preset appliance templates or make small adjustments to individual wire segments for a more precise fit. Completed designs can be sent directly to the MicroBender for production, creating a more streamlined digital workflow from design to finished wire.
The MB1 V7 uses brushless servo motors, digital controls and automatic tool calibration to provide fast production with consistent results across different wire sizes. Its footprint and standard 120 or 220 VAC power requirements allow it to fit into a typical orthodontic laboratory without requiring a large dedicated production area.
For labs producing higher volumes of Hawley Labial Bows, 3 to 3 & 2 to 2, Wraparound Labial Bows, C Clasps, Occlusal Rests, Continuous Occlusal Rests, Lower Lingual Arches LLA, Transpalatal Arches TPA, Nance Appliances. The MicroBender can reduce manual bending time and allow technicians to focus on appliance assembly and finishing rather than repetitive wire fabrication.
AOS also provides remote diagnostic support through its Dial A Service system for troubleshooting and machine support.
Bottom line: The AOS MicroBender has helped our lab increase production, improve consistency and makes training someone to bend wire on screen much simpler than teaching everything by hand. Check out our Lab Tested, Outlaw Approved review to see how it performs in our lab.
Specifications
- Machine Type
- Programmable CNC orthodontic wire bending machine
- Wire Forms
- 2D and 3D wire forms
- Wire Diameter Range
- 0.5 to 1.2 mm / 0.020 to 0.045 in; 0.040 and 0.045 in require additional hardware
- Wire Material / Feed
- 304V stainless steel wire, spool fed
- Servo Axes
- 4 servo axes, published V7 specification
- Drive / Controller
- Brushless servo motors with digital controller
- Installed Power
- 750 W installed power; published V7 maximum 6.3 A at 120 VAC
- Electrical
- 120 / 220 VAC current MB1 listing
- Feeder Resolution
- 0.0002 mm, published V7 specification
- Bender Resolution
- 0.000007 degrees, published V7 specification
- Z Axis Resolution
- 0.0004 degrees, published V7 specification
- Design Software
- JawDraw® CAD CAM design software with appliance templates and segment level adjustments
- Automatic Calibration
- Automatic Tool Calibration for material and wire diameter setup
- Remote Support
- Dial A Service internet based remote diagnostics and support
- Wire Feed
- Continuous spool wire feed reduces setup time, scrap and downtime
- Installation
- Compact tabletop installation
- Manufacturing
- Made in the USA; AOS is based in Tampa, Florida
FAQs
Do I get the same manufacturer warranty if I buy through OLS?
Yes. When you purchase equipment through Orthodontic Lab Solutions, the manufacturer warranty remains in place. We work directly with the manufacturers and maintain relationships with the companies whose equipment we offer.
In many cases, we can also help act as a point of contact if a warranty or service issue comes up. Instead of being left to figure out who to call, we can help connect you with the appropriate manufacturer and assist with the process when possible.
You are buying the same equipment with the same manufacturer warranty, with the added benefit of having OLS in your corner.
Does it replace a wire bender?
No. You will still need a skilled wire technician and pliers for final adjustments, complex designs and bends the machine does not currently support.
Bottom line: The AOS complements an experienced technician. It does not replace one.
How many appliances can it produce per day?
There is not one universal answer because production depends on the appliance, the operator experience and whether the operator is creating a new design or running a previously saved design.
In our lab, we design and bend throughout the day, so production varies with the workload. Once a design has been saved, the AOS can bend many wire forms in approximately 30 to 40 seconds. AOS reports that previously designed parts can reach approximately 100 to 110 wire forms per hour under peak batch production conditions.
My advice is not to focus only on the number of parts it can produce in a day. Look at how much it increases your lab overall production. For the appliances our AOS supports, we experienced approximately an 80% increase in wire production while also improving consistency and reducing manual wire bending.
My advice: Measure the machine by the production problem it solves, not by a single maximum output number.
How long does training take?
Training is one of my favorite things about this machine. Someone with basic computer skills can usually learn the software and begin producing quality wire bends in approximately four to five days.
We have found that people who are comfortable with computers, CAD software or video games may understand the software and begin producing good bends in as little as one to three days. Learning orthodontic terminology and appliance design usually takes several additional weeks.
Bottom line: Training someone to operate the AOS is significantly easier than training someone to become an experienced hand wire bender. Strong computer skills can be a major advantage.
Can it bend straight wire?
No. The AOS uses spool wire rather than individual straight wire lengths. Multiple wire sizes are available.
How much maintenance is required?
The AOS requires very little routine maintenance. The main responsibilities are keeping the machine properly calibrated and maintaining the air compressor according to the compressor manufacturer recommendations.
Regular calibration, which takes approximately 20 minutes, helps maintain accurate and consistent bends. Basic air compressor maintenance may include draining moisture, checking filters and monitoring air pressure.
Bottom line: Maintenance is minimal compared with the amount of production the machine can handle.
How often are software updates released?
The software is updated regularly with improvements, new features, bug fixes and performance enhancements. One thing I have appreciated is that the AOS team has been open to customer feedback.
When users identify ways to improve the workflow or make the software more efficient, the team is willing to listen and may incorporate those ideas into future updates. From my experience, AOS continues improving the software rather than leaving it unchanged after the sale.
How long does it take to see a return on investment?
Return on investment will be different for every orthodontic lab. It depends on production volume, labor costs, appliance mix, staffing challenges and how much hand wire bending you currently perform.
For the appliances the AOS can bend in our lab, we experienced approximately an 80% increase in wire production. That efficiency allowed us to produce more consistent wire bends while reducing the amount of manual wire bending required.
Look beyond the purchase price. Consider easier training for new employees, increased production, improved consistency, reduced dependence on experienced wire benders and the ability to better prepare your lab for growth or an eventual sale.
Bottom line: ROI is measured in more than dollars. It can also be measured in time saved, production capacity, consistency and the ability to scale more efficiently.
Can I finance the machine?
Financing may be available for qualified buyers. Low or no money down options may be available through Orthodontic Lab Solutions, depending on approval and current lending programs.
Where is it manufactured?
The AOS MicroBender is designed and built in the United States. AOS is based in Tampa, Florida.
Made in the USA: Tampa, Florida.