1997 MATSUURA MC560 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 1997 Matsuura MC-560 is a 3-axis vertical machining center from the MC series, positioned between the MC-510 and MC-600 in Matsuura's lineup and designed for mid-range production machining with the brand's characteristic box-way rigidity. The MC-560 provides X/Y/Z axis travels of approximately 22 inches, 16 inches, and 16 inches with a table measuring approximately 33.5 by 16 inches, offering adequate capacity for a broad range of workpiece sizes in toolroom and production environments. A 10 HP, 8,000 RPM BT40 spindle enables reliable machining across steel, cast iron, aluminum, and non-ferrous alloys with sufficient power for productive roughing cycles and quality surface finishes. The box-way guideway construction on all axes provides the long-term rigidity and vibration damping that Matsuura's MC series is recognized for, delivering consistent positional accuracy and surface finish quality over an extended service life. The Fanuc 0M CNC control provides 3-axis simultaneous interpolation with standard G-code compatibility and full canned cycle support. A 20 or 30-position automatic tool changer accommodates multi-operation setups with minimal manual intervention. At approximately 8,800 lbs, the MC-560 combines a practical working envelope with robust construction suited to demanding daily production use. This machine exemplifies the reliability and build quality that have made Matsuura's MC series a trusted choice in job shops and production facilities worldwide over multiple decades.