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Machine ways for rigidity

Sept. 1, 2004
Based on the VM30 machining center, the VM30XP uses roller-type linear ways that reportedly provide 44% more rigidity than other commonly used ball-type ways. The machine features a 50-taper, 8,000-rpm spindle built around a two-speed, geared head that de
Based on the VM30 machining center, the VM30XP uses roller-type linear ways that reportedly provide 44% more rigidity than other commonly used ball-type ways. The machine features a 50-taper, 8,000-rpm spindle built around a two-speed, geared head that delivers 425 ft-lb of torque from 50 to 400 rpm. The VM30XP also offers 1,500-ipm rapid traverses and a 32-pocket, arm-type, automatic toolchanger.

Milltronics Mfg. Co.
Waconia, Minn.
milltronics.net