VMC Machining
In VMC machining vertical machining centres, which have vertically attached machine tools are used for machining operations. These machines convert raw blocks of metal into machined components. They can be used to perform a variety of machining operations such as: cutting, drilling, tapping, countersinking etc. This multi-purpose functionality, combined with their relatively low cost, has made them a highly common machine shop tool.
The cutter is attached to and rotated in a housing called the "spindle." Through the sharpness of the tool and force of the table pushing the material into the cutter, the material yields and is cut or shaved away as desired.
Common components in a VMC
- Rotating Spindle
- Table
- Tool Changer
- Coolant System
- Chip/Screw Conveyor
- Full Covers/Enclosures
- Rotating Tables
- Quick Loading Loaders
VMC machining operations that we provide
- Milling
- Boaring
- Rough Milling
- Drilling
- Counter boaring
- Carving
- Engraving
- Counter sinking
Machine Features
- Metal-Cutting Capability
- Tooling Support and Capacity
- Chip and Coolant Management
- Control Software
- Fixturing and 4th-Axis Potential
- Automation Integration
- Operator-Friendly Ergonomics
Technical Specifications
| Description | Unit | Spec. |
|---|---|---|
| Table size | mm | 650x400 (standard machine) 500x350 (with pallet changer) |
| Traverses X, Y & Z axes | mm | 420 x 400 x 420 |
| Rapid rate | m/min | 20 (standard), 32/48 (optional) |
| Positioning accuracy | mm | ± 0.005 |
| Positioning accuracy | mm | ± 0.003 |
| Spindle taper | BT-40/ISO 40 | |
| Spindle speed | rpm | 40-4000 / 60-6000 |
| Spindle power | kW | 3.7/5.5, 5.5/7.5 (optional) |
| ATC Capacity | 12 | |
| Max. tool weight | kg | 6 |
| Max. tool dia. | mm | 80, 125 (alternate pocket empty) |
| Chip-to-chip time | sec | 7 |
| Pallet changer (optional) | Side mounted twin pallet changer | |
| Pallet change time | sec | 15 |
| 15 | Fanuc/Siemens | |
| Overall Dimension (WxLxH) | mm | 1500x2715x2800 (standard machine) 2200x2715x2865 (with pallet changer) |