Machine of the Month
VERTICAL CENTER UNIVERSAL 500C
MACHINE DESCRIPTION:
The simple but innovative VERTICAL CENTER UNIVERSAL (VCU) 500C vertical machining center with a 3-axis table brings advanced technology and production value to accurate small parts processing for a variety of industries.
MACHINE CHARACTERISTICS:
- Small footprint and easy installation
- 3-axis table makes for quick, simple setups
- Perfect for basic workpiece geometries
- Rigid, powerful spindle comes in various maximum speed options
- MX Hybrid Roller Guide System offers rigidity, speed and accuracy
- 20, 30 or 40-tool magazine with an automatic tool changer
- X-axis stroke of 39.4" makes it a type "C" machine
- Simple and efficient chip management helps reduce downtime
- SMART CNC Control provides easy programming and fast job setup
Machine Specifications
| Specification | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | Table Right/Left | 1000 mm / 39.400 in |
| Table Longitudinal | 500 mm / 19.700 in | |
| Spindle | Spindle Taper | 40 |
| Maximum Speed | 12000 rpm | |
| Motor Output (30 minute rating) | 15 kw / 20.0 hp | |
| Magazine | Number of Tools | 20 |
| Feed Axes | Travel (X Axis) | 1000 mm / 39.37 in |
| Travel (Y Axis) | 505 mm / 19.88 in | |
| Travel (Z Axis) | 510 mm / 20.07 in | |