1998 KITAMURA MYCENTER3XAPC VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS

Technical Description

The 1998 Kitamura Mycenter-3X APC is a 3-axis vertical machining center equipped with an integrated 2-station automatic pallet changer, enabling continuous production by allowing one pallet to be loaded and unloaded while the other is being machined. Built on Kitamura's rigid Meehanite cast iron fixed-column structure, the machine provides the thermal stability and vibration damping required for sustained production accuracy. The pallet measures approximately 32.3 by 16.1 inches, with axis travels of 30 inches in X, 17.9 inches in Y, and 18.1 inches in Z. The CAT-40 spindle reaches 10,000 RPM with 15 HP continuous power, suitable for a broad range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Precision-ground ball screws on all axes deliver accurate, repeatable positioning across production runs. The Fanuc 16i-M CNC control provides full G-code compatibility, rigid tapping, look-ahead interpolation, and DNC networking capability. The APC system swaps pallets automatically between machining cycles, substantially reducing operator intervention and enabling near-continuous spindle utilization. The machine weighs approximately 14,300 lbs with an overall footprint of approximately 138.1 by 97.4 by 110 inches high. A side-mount automatic tool changer with 30 stations supports multi-step production programs. The Mycenter-3X APC is well suited for high-volume precision part production, repetitive fixture work, and applications where continuous machine utilization is a priority.