1997 MATSUURA MC550 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 1997 Matsuura MC-550 is a 3-axis vertical machining center from Matsuura's MC series, offering mid-range capacity in the well-proven box-way construction format favored by production machinists. The MC-550 provides X/Y/Z axis travels of 21.65 inches, 15.74 inches, and 18.11 inches with a table measuring approximately 29.9 by 15.96 inches and a workpiece load capacity suitable for most toolroom and job shop applications. A 10 HP, 8,000 RPM BT40 spindle enables productive machining across the full range of ferrous and non-ferrous engineering materials, with sufficient torque for robust roughing and adequate speed for quality finishing operations. Matsuura's signature box-way guideways deliver superior rigidity and damping performance compared to linear guide systems, ensuring accurate and consistent machining results over the long service life typical of MC series machines. The Fanuc 0M CNC control provides 3-axis simultaneous interpolation, standard G-code support, and comprehensive canned cycle functionality for drilling, tapping, boring, and pocketing operations. A 30-position automatic tool changer supports efficient multi-operation setups in both prototype and production contexts. At approximately 8,800 lbs, the MC-550 offers a practical combination of rigidity, capacity, and footprint for general purpose vertical machining center applications. Matsuura's Japanese manufacturing heritage ensures reliable long-term performance and accuracy retention in demanding production environments.