CHEVALIER MACHINERY, INC. FBL-540 MC HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER

The Chevalier Machinery FBL-540 MC is a heavy-duty CNC horizontal turning lathe featuring a 45-degree slant-bed structure with low center of gravity for enhanced stability and superior chip evacuation during continuous machining operations. The machine accommodates a maximum turning diameter of 37 inches and a maximum turning length of 157.5 inches, with a main spindle speed of 1,000 RPM suitable for heavy-duty cutting applications. Equipped with a powerful 45kW high-torque spindle motor and 4-speed gearbox providing up to 7,118 NM of torque at low speeds, it delivers the power necessary for machining large-diameter workpieces and demanding cutting conditions. The MC variant features live tooling capabilities, enabling additional flexible machining functions to produce complex geometries within a single setup. The machine utilizes a torque tube design structure that withstands significant stress without deformation while providing maximum vibration damping through ribbed Meehanite casting. Key specifications include a swing over bed of 1,136mm, box guideway dimensions of 130mm width × 80mm height optimized for the 940mm maximum workpiece diameter, and an 18-24 inch chuck capacity. The X-axis travel measures 490mm with Z-axis travel of 4,000mm. Additional features include a rotary quill tailstock (MT6 standard or upgraded 200mm option) for superior rigidity and heavy loading capacity, a 12-station tool turret with 32×32mm turning tool shanks and optional 60-80mm boring bar holders, and hydraulically driven tailstock operation. The slant-bed design and high-rigidity one-piece casting construction ensure precision, reliability, and minimal thermal deformation throughout extended heavy-duty production runs.