1996 ENSHU S300 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 1996 ENSHU S300 is a 3-axis vertical machining center designed for precision machining of small-to-medium components in a compact, pallet-ready configuration. Manufactured by ENSHU Limited of Japan, the S300 is built around a BT30-taper spindle reaching 10,000 RPM with approximately 7.4 HP of continuous power, making it appropriate for aluminum, non-ferrous metals, and light steels requiring high-quality surface finishes. Axis travels are 19.7 inches in X, 15.7 inches in Y, and 11.8 inches in Z, with a work table measuring 27.6 by 15.7 inches and a table load capacity of 330 lbs (150 kg). A 16-tool automatic tool changer supports extended production cycles, and the machine is optionally equipped with a dual rotary automatic pallet changer for continuous load-unload operation without interrupting the spindle cycle. Machine control is via a Yasnac 180 CNC, ENSHU's preferred control platform of this era, offering reliable G-code compatibility and macro support. Machine weight is approximately 8,003 lbs (3,630 kg). The S300 was positioned as a high-speed compact machining center in the ENSHU lineup, well-suited for production shops requiring a small-footprint VMC with pallet-changer capability for automated, low-intervention part runs.