The major important parameters of VMC (Vertical Machining Center) include axis travel, spindle parameters, feed rate, tool magazine capacity, positioning accuracy, and table specifications. These parameters directly affect machining capability and efficiency.
Detailed Explanations of Key Parameters
1. Axis Travel (X/Y/Z Axes)
- X-axis travel: Determines the machining range of workpieces in the left-right direction.
- Y-axis travel: Defines the machining capacity in the front-back direction.
- Z-axis travel: Specifies the machining depth in the up-down direction.
- Example: The typical travel of VMC850 is X800mm / Y500mm / Z500mm.
2. Spindle Parameters
- Spindle speed range: Usually 50~8000 rpm, affecting machining efficiency and surface quality.
- Spindle taper type: Such as BT40, BT50, which determines the specifications of compatible tools.
- Spindle motor power: For example, 7.5kW, influencing cutting capacity.
3. Rapid Traverse and Feed Rate
- Rapid traverse speed: Common for X/Y/Z axes is 24~36 m/min, used for non-cutting movements.
- Cutting feed rate: Typically 1~6000 mm/min, affecting machining efficiency and surface quality.
4. Tool Magazine Capacity and Tool Change Time
- Tool magazine capacity: Commonly 20~24 tools, determining the number of automatically replaceable tools.
- Automatic tool change time: Approximately 2 seconds (tool-to-tool), influencing machining cycle time.
5. Positioning and Repeatability Accuracy
- Positioning accuracy: Such as ±0.005 mm, determining the accuracy of a single positioning.
- Repeatability accuracy: For example, ±0.003 mm, affecting the consistency of multiple machining operations.
6. Table Specifications and Load Capacity
- Table size: Such as 960×500 mm, determining the maximum size of workpieces that can be placed.
- Maximum load capacity: For example, 600~800 kg, influencing the ability to machine large workpieces.