2014 BRIDGEPORT GX1000 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS

Technical Description

The 2014 Bridgeport GX1000 is a 3-axis vertical machining center produced by Hardinge Inc. under the Bridgeport brand, offering a large-table production VMC platform with high-speed spindle capability. The machine features a 44.09-inch by 21.25-inch worktable with a maximum table load of 1,760 lbs and a 30-tool automatic tool changer with a No. 40 Big-Plus dual-contact spindle taper. The spindle motor delivers 20 HP at a maximum speed of 10,000 RPM, enabling efficient production of aluminum, steel, and alloy components. X-axis travel is 40.16 inches, Y-axis travel is 21.25 inches, and Z-axis travel is 21.25 inches. The machine is equipped with an Okuma OSP-P200MA CNC control, providing advanced contouring, rigid tapping, and comprehensive part program management. Rapid traverse rates reach 1,417 IPM on all linear axes. The GX1000 features a rigid cast-iron base and column with linear roller guideways on all axes, designed for high-speed and high-accuracy production. Standard equipment includes flood coolant, automatic lubrication, through-spindle air blast, and a chip conveyor. Overall machine dimensions are approximately 116 inches long by 84 inches wide by 107 inches tall, with a machine weight of approximately 12,980 lbs. The 2014 Bridgeport GX1000 is the flagship of the GX series, delivering the table size and spindle capability required for medium to large workpiece production across automotive, aerospace, and general industrial manufacturing applications.