VMC is the abbreviation of “Vertical Machining Center”. In Chinese, it is called “立式加工中心” (vertical machining center), which is a highly automated CNC machine tool.
It is widely used in modern manufacturing, especially in the field of metal processing. Below is a detailed introduction to VMC:
🛠What is a VMC (Vertical Machining Center)
- Definition: VMC is a type of CNC machining equipment with a vertically installed spindle, capable of automatically changing tools and completing various machining processes such as milling, drilling, tapping, etc.
- Structural features:
- The main axis is vertically downward, and the workbench is placed horizontally.
- It is usually equipped with a tool magazine and an automatic tool change system.
- At minimum, it has three axes with two-axis linkage. Generally, it can achieve three-axis three-linkage, and some high-end equipment supports five-axis or six-axis control.
🔧 Advantages of VMC
- High machining accuracy: suitable for processing parts with complex contours and high precision.
- High degree of automation: It can realize unattended continuous operation and improve efficiency.
- Wide range of applications: suitable for various materials such as aluminum alloy, stainless steel, titanium alloy, etc.
- Easy to operate: The clamping and positioning of workpieces are simple, debugging and measurement are intuitive, and the conditions for cooling and chip removal are good.
🏭Application fields
- Aerospace
- Automobile manufacturing
- Mold processing
- Manufacturing of electronic device components
🆚 Differences from HMC
- VMC is a vertical spindle, suitable for small and medium-sized parts.
- HMC (Horizontal Machining Center) has a horizontal spindle and is more suitable for large box-type workpieces.