How to choose a suitable vertcial machining center and why choose Topmade?

What is vertical maching center?

Vertical machining center (VMC) is a high accuracy CNC machine which the spindle axis is perpendicular to the worktable.

VMC is widely used in metal machining(milling,drilling,boring ,tapping and so on),the macine always with the tool magazine and automatic tool change system.

• Umbrella type tool magazine:12pcs or 16pcs,sutiable for small size VMC
• Disk type tool magazine:24pcs or 30pcs,suitable for medium size VMC
• Chain type tool magazine:40pcs or 60pcs for large size VMC

VMC can continuous finsihed different steps machining,widly used for mechanical manufacturing (eg:parts machining,mold production),with the advantages of efficiency and percision.It is the core equipment in the metal processing industry.

How many types for vertical machining center(VMC)?

1.According to the guideway :

• Hard guideway vertical machining center:

The guide rail is a sliding guide rail, which is high rigidity and large loading. It is suitable for heavy cutting (such as rough machining of castings and machining of high-strength metals) ,and more cost-effective.

• Linear guideway vertical machining center:

The guide rail is linear guide rail,which with high moving accuracy,fast speed,small wear,suitable for percision machining(eg:Parts fine finishing,mold cavity machining),more higher efficiency.

2.According to the worktabke size and travle:

• Small vertical machining center:

Worktable size ≤500x400mm(eg:X/Y/Z travel 500x400x300mm),suitable for small lots percision parts(eg:Electronic components, small mechanical parts).

• Medium vertcial machiningc enter:

Worktable size:600x500mm-1000x800mm(Eg:X/Y/Z travel 800x500x450mm),high versatility,suitable for most mechanical parts and mold machining.

• Large vertical machining center:

Worktable size≥1200x1000mm(eg:X/Y/Z axis travel 1200x1000x600mm),used for large parts(eg:machine bed,Construction machinery parts)machining,but need with strong spindly power.

3.According to the spindle number and function:

• Single spindle vertical machining center:

This is the regular type,with simple structure and competitive price.Which suitable for most of single step machining and multi steps continue machining.

• Double spindle vertical machining center:

VMC with two Independent spindle,they can machining the same part or machining the difference steps for one part at same time.It can save the time and Improve production efficiency.Especially for the production of car spare parts.

4.According to the CNC controller:

• Economy type vertical machining center:

With Entry-level CNC controller system:Just like GSK980,Siemens 808,Fanuc 0i mate,with simple function.Suitable for easy spare part machining,with lower cost.

• Precision type vertical machining center:

With High-end CNC controller system.like Fanuc 0i MF,Siemens one,support 5 axis linkage,high speed high precision machining,suitable for complex molds and high-precision component machining.

5.Special type:

• Gantry type CNC vertical machining center:

with gantry frame structure, it has stronger rigidity and is suitable for processing ultra-large and ultra-heavy workpieces (such as large molds and machine tool bases).

• High speed vertical machining center:

Spindle speed more than 12000rpm,fast cutting speed,Suitable for thin-walled parts and high-speed cutting scenarios (such as aerospace component processing).

How to choose the suitable vertical machining center ?

1.Clearly the machining requirements

• Machining matericals:

Machining steel parts requires a high-rigidity spindle and high power, while machining aluminum parts emphasizes high-speed cutting performance.

• Workpiece size:

Accoriding to the largest workpiece size,to confirm the machine X/Y/Z axis travel and worktable size.For example,the max.workpiece size is 500x400x400mm,the machine X/Y/Z axis travel must bigger than 500x400x400mm.

• Accuracy requirements:

Normal workpiece choose the positioning accuracy within±0.005mm,percision workpiece need choose the machine positioning accuracy under ±0.003mm,also support the closed loop control.

2.Control the Core configuration:

• Spindle:

Spindle speed range suitable for difference machining materials.

• Steel parts:2000-8000rpm
• Aluminum parts:Up 10000rpm

Spindle power ≥7.5kw,BT40/BT50 tool holder need choose accoring to the cutting capability requirements.

• CNC controller:

Preferred choose Fanuc ,Siemens ect,famous brand.To confirm the Smooth operation and convenient programming,supports multi-axis linkage and complex machining commands.

• Feeding system:

The combination of ball screw and linear guide ensures a feed speed of ≥30m/min, guaranteeing both accuracy and efficiency in movement.

• Tool magazine:

According to the complexity of the machining process to choose the tool magazine capacity. 16-24 tools can meet most general scenarios, while 30 or more tools can be selected for complex parts.

3.Manufacturer strength:

• Professional Inspection equipment:

1. Laser interferometer test
2. Coordinate measuring machine

Strict inspection before shipment,Laser interferometer test for each machining centers to make sure the accuracy of every machines.

• After service:

Confirm whether installation and commissioning, personnel training, spare parts supply, and repair response speed are provided

Why choose top made?

1.Top made is a professional manufacturer of CNC machinery,more 10 years production experience,two production lines for vertcial machining center and CNC lathe.One sale team with 10 sales and half of the team are have more than 15 years machinery sales experience.We can supply you correctly plan according to your requirements.

2.Machine parts from well-known brands:

• Spindle:Volis,Royal,KENTURN
• Ball screw and linear guide:PMI,THK,HIWIN
• Tool magazine:KENTURN,OKADA,ASIMACH

3.Professional technical team:

• 5 persons professional engineer team
• 24 hours online service
• Support Overseas installation and commissioning

Each bussiness start from the customer recevie the machine,support the best after service is one of the important business philosophy for Top machine.

Choosing Topmade means choosing a stable and reliable machining solution. We focus on developing high-rigidity structural designs to ensure our equipment maintains superior precision during continuous heavy cutting. Combined with high-performance CNC systems and intelligent programming software, we achieve efficient automated production. Our entire product line undergoes rigorous testing and is suitable for machining complex parts and precision molds, helping companies improve productivity and product consistency.