The VM 500 U from the VERTIMILL U series sets itself apart due to its flexibility and compact design. Full-featured 5-axis simultaneous machining is made possible by the NC swivel rotary table with direct measuring system. Due to the various specification options available, we can configure the machine entirely to meet your needs.
| VM 500 U | |
|---|---|
| NC swivel rotary table | -5° to +110° |
| Max. table load | 250 kg |
| Table size | ⌀ 630 x 500 mm |
| Travel distance (X/Y/Z) | 500 / 450 / 450 mm |
| Rapid traverse | 30 m/min |
| Spindle speed | 18.000 rpm |
| Torque | 100 / 130 Nm (S1 / S6) |
| Power | 21 / 27 kW (S1 / S6) |
| Number of tool pockets | 40 |
When selecting our components, we take great care to ensure the best possible quality and a long service life.
Our first priority is to help our customers to increase productivity and maintain production at this higher level. That’s why we make sure our parts are perfectly matched from the very beginning of our machine construction process, taking great care when selecting our suppliers.
| Component Manufacturers | |
|---|---|
| Axle drives | SIEMENS |
| Direct measuring system | HEIDENHAIN |
| Hydraulics | HYDAC |
| Ball screws | KEMMLER |
| Linear guideways | SCHNEEBERGER |
| Main spindle | CYTEC |
| Control | SIEMENS |
| Central lubrication | SKF |
Our motor spindles impress with their fast run-up times and high quality. Innovative sensor technologies constantly monitor the milling processes and guarantee smooth operation. An optimised machine design and water cooling directly integrated into the spindle guarantees for optimal heat extraction.
Main spindle highlights:
| Main spindle | |
|---|---|
| Spindle speed | 18.000 rpm |
| Torque | 100 / 130 Nm (S1 / S6) |
| Power | 21 / 27 kW (S1 / S6) |
| Cutting Perdormance, Steel | |
| Milling | 400 ccm/min |
| Drilling | ⌀ 30 mm |
| Threading | M20 |
Make the most of the advantages offered by 5-axis simultaneous machining and say goodbye to the constant refitting and adjusting of your complex work-pieces! With its integrated swivel rotary table, the VM 500 U wins over customers with its highly flexible design. A direct measuring system along the B and C-axes ensure the highest levels of positioning precision. Efficiency and a reduction in tooling time are key factors in this machine.
NC swivel rotary table highlights:
| Working area | |
|---|---|
| Travel distance (X/Y/Z) | 500 / 450 / 450 mm |
| Rapid traverse (X/Y/Z) | 30 m/min |
| Feed force (X/Y/Z) | 4,8 kN |
| CNC-control | |
| SIEMENS | 19″ display: SINUMERIK 840D sl with ShopMill |
| Main spindle | |
| Speed | 18,000 min-1 |
| Power | 21 / 27 kW (S1 / S6) |
| Torque | 100 / 130 Nm (S1 / S6) |
| Swivel rotary table | |
| B/C-axis swivel range | -5° to +110° / 360° |
| Swivel speed | 20 rpm |
| Clamping surface | ⌀ 630 x 500 mm |
| Table load, max. | 250 kg |
| Clamping | hydraulic |
| Precision as per VDI / DGQ 3441 | |
| Positioning accuracy (X/Y/Z) | 0.008 mm |
| Positioning accuracy (B/C) | 7″ |
| Repeat accuracy (X/Y/Z) | 0.005 mm |
| Repeat accuracy (B/C) | 4″ |
| Tool magazine | |
| Number of tools | 40 |
| Tool weight, max. | 6 kg |
| Tool length, max. | 300 mm |
| Tool diameter, max. | 80 mm / 130 mm (if adjacent spaces empty) |
| Chip-to-chip time | 8 secs |
| Assembly data | |
| Machine weight | 4,440 kg |
| Back-up fuse, max. | 50A, 400 V |
| Power consumption | 25 kVA – 28 kVA (with internal coolant supply) |
Even the standard specification of our VM 500 U is equipped with all the features that you will need for a direct start-up in 5-axis machining. Our clients always have the option to expand on this specification with a range of different options.
VM 500 U standard specification
VM 500 U options
