MAKINO GF8 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

This vertical machining center features a robust table measuring 70.88 inches in length by 31.60 inches in width, capable of supporting workpieces up to 6,600 lbs, ensuring stability for heavy-duty machining tasks. The vertical spindle utilizes a #50 taper, delivering high torque and rigidity for demanding applications, with a maximum speed of 8,000 RPM and an optional upgrade to 15,000 RPM. The spindle is powered by a 25 HP motor (30-minute rating), providing ample power for efficient material removal across a wide range of materials. Tooling is managed by an automatic tool changer (ATC) with a standard capacity of 30 tools, expandable to 50 tools, and a rapid tool change time of 5.5 seconds, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity. The machine operates on three axes (X, Y, Z), with travel distances of 49.25 inches, 31.5 inches, and 27.6 inches respectively, enabling versatile part processing. All axes support a maximum feed rate and rapid traverse speed of 472 inches per minute, ensuring fast and precise movements for both roughing and finishing operations. The absence of a U axis and pallet changer focuses the machine on core milling and drilling tasks, making it ideal for shops requiring high accuracy, speed, and reliability in vertical machining applications.