Feeler HV-1000 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

This CNC vertical machining center features a **45.3" x 20.5"** table capable of supporting workpieces weighing up to **1,100 lbs**, with optional support for index and rotary tables. The machine operates vertically with a **BIG Plus 40** taper spindle, designed for enhanced rigidity through simultaneous contact of the spindle taper and face, minimizing deflection and improving machining accuracy. The spindle reaches a top speed of **15,000 RPM** and delivers **30 HP** with a 30-minute rating, enabling high-performance cutting across various applications. It incorporates a **dual swing arm automatic tool changer (ATC)** with a standard capacity of **30 tools**, expandable to **50 tools**, and a rapid tool change time of **1.9 seconds**. The machine supports **3 axes (X, Y, Z)** with travels of approximately **39.4" (X), 20.5" (Y) and 19.9" (Z)**, and rapid traverse speeds up to **2,362 IPM** in each axis for swift positioning. An optional 4th axis is available. The BIG-PLUS spindle system significantly improves toolholder rigidity and repeatability by eliminating the typical gap between spindle face and tool flange, thus enhancing surface finish, dimensional accuracy, and tool life while reducing Z-axis axial movement at high speeds. The system maintains fine tolerances with micron-level repeatability during automatic tool changes, making it ideal for precision machining tasks requiring high speed and heavy cutting conditions. This setup ensures superior rigidity, precise tool positioning, and efficient tool management, suitable for demanding industrial CNC milling operations.