GIDDINGS & LEWIS G50-T HORIZONTAL BORING MILL

Technical Description

The GIDDINGS & LEWIS G50-T is a robust Horizontal Boring & Milling Machine featuring a 5-inch spindle with a travel of 46.5 inches (or 914 mm/36" per AI data) and spindle speeds ranging up to 3,000 RPM, utilizing an ANSI-BS 50 taper. This machine is equipped with CNC control, specifically noted as a G & L 8000 B CNC Control (upgraded with a Siemens package) or a Fanuc 15M Retrofit in some configurations. Key travels include an X-Horizontal Table Travel of 144.5 inches (2440 mm/98" in AI data) and a Y-Vertical Head Travel of 92.0 inches (or 1730 mm from main table). The machine features a large table, with dimensions often cited as 60.0 inches x 144.5 inches, capable of handling loads between 25,000 lbs and 40,000 lbs. It is powered by a main motor up to 75 HP and includes a 60-position ATC Tool Changer, thru-spindle flood coolant, and non-metallic way liners (Rulon). The G50-T has been subject to various refurbishments, including spindle rebuilds and CNC upgrades in 2003/2004, maintaining its high performance for heavy-duty boring and milling operations.