GIDDINGS & LEWIS FT 3500 HORIZONTAL BORING MILL

Technical Description

The GIDDINGS & LEWIS FT 3500 is a high-performance horizontal boring mill designed for heavy industry applications, such as producing parts for bulldozers, cranes, and power generators. This CNC machine operates horizontally and features a substantial 6.09-inch live boring mill spindle, utilizing an ANSI B5.50 #50 taper. It is equipped with a powerful spindle drive offering up to 4,000 RPM maximum speed and 74.0 HP (optional rating). The machine boasts expansive travel capabilities, with X-Axis (Horizontal Travel of Column) typically ranging up to 10 meters (32.8 feet) and Y-Axis (Vertical Travel of Head) up to 3.6 meters (11.8 feet). Standard features include preloaded roller guides for enhanced stiffness and accuracy, a cast iron machine base, and control via a high-end CNC system, typically the Siemens 840D (with an optional Fanuc 310i). The FT 3500 supports high productivity through an optional Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) with a magazine capacity of up to 120 tools, each weighing up to 50 kg. Advanced features like high-pressure coolant through the spindle and W/Z tracking on Siemens controls further enhance its precision and capability for complex machining operations.