2002 BRIDGEPORT VMC56016 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 2002 Bridgeport VMC56016 is a 3-axis vertical machining center produced by Bridgeport Machines, factory-designated as the VMC 560/16, indicating a 560mm X-axis travel and 16-station automatic tool changer. The machine features a 33.1-inch by 16.5-inch worktable with a 16-tool carousel ATC and an ISO or SK 40 spindle taper. The spindle motor delivers 10 HP (7.5 kW) at a maximum speed of 6,000 RPM. X-axis travel is 22 inches (560mm), Y-axis travel is 16.1 inches (410mm), and Z-axis travel is 18.9 inches (480mm). The machine is equipped with a Heidenhain TNC 410 or CNC 2500 control, providing ISO G-code and conversational programming. Machine construction features a precision cast-iron base and column with ballscrew drives and linear guideways on all three axes. Standard equipment includes flood coolant, automatic lubrication, and a 16-tool carousel. The table load capacity is approximately 1,100 lbs (500 kg), and machine weight is approximately 5,950 lbs (2,700 kg). The VMC560/16 was produced primarily for the European market where SK 40 tooling is prevalent, and represents a compact production VMC in the Bridgeport lineup between the VMC 480 and VMC 760 families. The 2002 production year is near the end of this specific model's run, as the GX and XR series would subsequently replace it. Standard equipment includes flood coolant and automatic lubrication.