1997 FADAL VMC3016 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS

Technical Description

The 1997 Fadal VMC3016 is a 3-axis vertical machining center representing one of Fadal Engineering's largest and most capable standard VMC models. Built at Fadal's Chatsworth, California facility, the VMC3016 provides 30 inches of X-axis travel, 16 inches of Y-axis travel, and 20 inches of Z-axis travel, with a work table measuring approximately 39 by 16 inches. The machine is equipped with a CAT40 taper spindle with 15 HP of continuous power and a standard maximum speed of 10,000 RPM, with optional 15,000 RPM high-speed spindle available for aluminum and non-ferrous work. Box-way construction delivers exceptional rigidity and vibration damping for consistent performance across heavy roughing and precision finishing operations. Machine control is the Fadal CNC 88HS, Fadal's proprietary conversational and ISO G-code CNC platform widely supported across North American job shops and manufacturing facilities. The 21-tool automatic tool changer enables complex multi-operation production cycles without manual intervention. Machine weight is approximately 14,000 lbs, reflecting the heavy-duty cast-iron construction of this large-format platform. The Fadal VMC3016 is a well-regarded production machining center suited to shops producing medium-to-large components in steel, cast iron, aluminum, and non-ferrous materials that benefit from the large X-travel and proven Fadal VMC platform.