Makino IQ500 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

This vertical machining center features a **31.5" x 19.7" table** capable of supporting workpieces up to **661 lbs**, suitable for medium to heavy-duty applications. It is equipped with a **vertical spindle taper HSK E32**, delivering a top speed of **45,000 RPM** driven by an **8.3 HP motor (30-minute rating)**, enabling high-speed precision machining. The spindle and tool interface allow fast, efficient tool changes with a **40-tool automatic tool changer (ATC)** and a change time of **8 seconds**. The machine operates on **3 linear axes (X, Y, Z)** with travels measuring **23.6" (X), 19.7" (Y), and 11.8" (Z)**, each capable of a maximum feed rate and rapid traverse rate of **630 inches per minute (ipm)**, facilitating rapid and precise positioning. It lacks rotary or U axes, focusing on straightforward 3-axis milling. No pallet changer or rotary indexing table is included, indicating manual or fixed workpiece setups rather than automated multi-station machining. This setup is optimized for high-speed, high-accuracy milling tasks requiring frequent tool changes and adaptable tool capacity. The design is suitable for high-performance milling across diverse materials, emphasizing spindle speed and torque for complex contouring with an industry-standard HSK E32 taper known for high rigidity and repeatability in tooling. The robust feed rates and large tool magazine support efficient production workflows in precision part manufacturing.