Multi-tasking turning centres
Turn, mill, drill and tap a part in one setup. Single or twin spindle, with a Y axis for off-centre features.
A multi-tasking turning centre finishes a part that would otherwise move between a lathe and a mill. Driven tools and a Y axis put milled flats, cross holes and off-centre features into the same cycle as the turning.
Fewer setups means fewer chances for a datum to shift, less handling and less work in progress waiting between machines.
Well suited to
- Shafts and flanges with milled features
- Valve bodies and hydraulic fittings
- Small batches of complex turned parts
- Shops replacing a lathe and mill pair
Models and key figures
Headline figures from Victor Taichung. Full specifications and options are published by the manufacturer.
VMT-X milling turning centres
Turning centres with a milling spindle and Y axis, in four sizes from an 8 inch to a 15 inch chuck.
| Model | Spindle nose (chuck) | Max. turning diameter | Max. turning length | Y-axis travel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VMT-X200 | A2-6 (8") | Ø500 mm | 1075 mm | 260 (-130 ~ +130) mm |
| VMT-X260 | A2-8 (10") | Ø500 mm | 1075 mm | 260 (-130 ~ +130) mm |
| VMT-X360 | A2-11 (12") | Ø720 mm | 2100 mm | 420 (-210 ~ +210) mm |
| VMT-X400 | A2-11 (15") | Ø720 mm | 2100 mm | 420 (-210 ~ +210) mm |
Vturn-Q multi-turret turning centre
More than one turret working on the part, for shorter cycle times on high-volume turned components.
| Model | Spindle nose (chuck) | Max. turning diameter | Max. turning length | Y-axis travel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vturn-Q200 | A2-6 (8") | Ø248 mm | 600 mm | 90 (-45 ~ +45) mm |