2012 HURCO VM10U VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS

Technical Description

The 2012 Hurco VM10U is a 5-axis universal vertical machining center from Hurco's VM10 series, designed for simultaneous 5-axis machining of complex geometric forms in a compact footprint. The VM10U features linear axis travels of 20 inches in X, 16 inches in Y, and 15.7 inches in Z, with a trunnion-style tilting rotary table providing the A and C axes for full 5-axis simultaneous contouring. This configuration enables complete machining of complex prismatic, contoured, and undercut features in a single setup, eliminating the multiple setups and refixturing errors inherent in 3-axis approaches. The spindle delivers 29 HP and reaches a maximum speed of 18,000 RPM through a CAT40 taper, enabling high-speed machining of aluminum, titanium, and precision alloys. The combination of high spindle speed and 5-axis simultaneous movement supports aggressive material removal with shorter cutting tools, improving surface finish and reducing vibration on complex contoured surfaces characteristic of aerospace, medical, and mold-and-die work. The 2012 VM10U is equipped with Hurco's WinMax conversational CNC control with 5-axis capability, enabling both conversational and G-code programming for 5-axis work without requiring a separate CAM system for all operations. WinMax includes a large touchscreen interface, STEP and DXF file import, integrated 5-axis simulation, and UltiMotion advanced motion control for smooth simultaneous contouring and optimized surface finish. Standard equipment includes a multi-tool ATC, coolant system, and chip management. Machine weight is approximately 8,000 pounds. The VM10U is well positioned for aerospace, medical device, mold-and-die, and precision component manufacturing requiring simultaneous 5-axis capability in a compact machine footprint.