2008 BROTHER TCR2A VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 2008 Brother TC-R2A is a 3-axis CNC drilling and tapping center designed for high-speed small-part production featuring a rotating dual-pallet table that allows loading and unloading of one pallet while machining continues on the other. The BT30 spindle produces approximately 5.5 kW (7.5 HP) continuously and reaches a maximum spindle speed of 10,000 RPM. Each pallet face measures 500 mm x 300 mm (19.7 x 11.8 inches), with X, Y, and Z axis travels of 420 mm (16.5 inches), 320 mm (12.6 inches), and 270 mm (10.6 inches) respectively. A 14-tool automatic tool changer enables fast cycle completion without manual intervention. Control is provided by the Brother CNC-A00 system, optimized for high-speed drilling and tapping applications in aluminum and non-ferrous alloys. The machine's compact footprint — approximately 70.9 x 86.6 x 86.6 inches overall — makes it well-suited for cell-based manufacturing environments. Machine weight is approximately 6,400 lbs (2,903 kg). Rapid traverse speeds are exceptionally high relative to the machine's size, enabling short cycle times on high-volume part families. The TCR2A is particularly well-regarded in the electronics, medical device, and aerospace fastener industries.