Kitamura BRIDGECENTER-6G#50 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

This vertical machining center features a large work table measuring 70.9 inches in length and 35.4 inches in width, supporting a maximum workpiece weight of 6,600 lbs. It offers a 3-axis configuration (X, Y, Z) with travels of 60.2", 43.1", and 28" respectively, and a rapid traverse speed of 945 inches per minute across all axes, facilitating efficient material handling and machining. The vertical spindle is NST#50 taper, delivering up to 12,000 RPM with a 35 HP motor rated for 30 minutes, providing robust cutting power for heavy-duty applications. Tooling is managed via an Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) with a standard capacity of 40 tools, expandable optionally to 80 tools. Tool change times are competitive, with a tool-to-tool change of 6.6 seconds and chip-to-chip time of 12 seconds, enhancing production uptime. The machine does not include a pallet changer or U-axis. Optional support for index and rotary tables is available for enhanced workpiece positioning and multi-face machining. This combination of high spindle power, large table capacity, extensive tool magazine, and fast feed rates makes it suitable for precision machining of large, heavy components in industries requiring heavy machining capacity such as aerospace, automotive, and heavy equipment manufacturing.