Ingersoll Bohle W2.140 HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 1986 Ingersoll Bohle W2.140 is a horizontal machining center engineered for high-precision production work across diverse manufacturing sectors including fuel injection, fasteners, and bearings. This machine features a robust CNC control system with SIEMENS 840D capability, enabling sophisticated multi-axis operations. The center boasts impressive dimensional specifications with 2500 mm X-travel, 1800 mm Y-travel, and a 1600 mm Z-travel envelope, providing ample working space for complex component machining. The 140 mm spindle diameter accommodates standard tooling configurations typical of industrial production environments. A defining characteristic is the integrated 4th-axis 360-degree rotary pallet system, which eliminates the need for manual workpiece repositioning and significantly enhances operational efficiency. This continuous rotation capability enables simultaneous multi-face machining in a single setup, reducing cycle times and improving dimensional consistency. The horizontal orientation provides superior chip evacuation and cooling characteristics compared to vertical configurations, extending tool life and maintaining surface finish quality. The machine's cast iron construction absorbs vibrations effectively, delivering the cutting stability necessary for tight tolerance work. The system incorporates preloaded rolling guideways and precision outboard bearing support for maximum spindle rigidity. The dual-pallet arrangement permits efficient job staging, allowing operators to load incoming workpieces on one pallet while the machine processes components on the alternate pallet. This production-oriented design, combined with extensive retrofit capabilities for modern CNC controls, positions the W2.140 as a versatile platform suitable for both legacy production environments and contemporary job shops requiring reliable, repeatable machining performance.