1998 MILLTRONICS VM17 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS

Technical Description

The 1998 Milltronics VM17 is a 3-axis vertical machining center from Milltronics' VM series, providing a slightly wider Y-axis capacity compared to the VM16 while maintaining a compact overall machine footprint suited to job shop and toolroom applications. The VM17 features a 45 x 16 inch cast-iron table and delivers X-, Y-, and Z-axis travels of 30, 17, and 19.5 inches, accommodating a range of medium-sized prismatic components. The BT-40 taper spindle operates at up to 8,000 RPM driven by a 15 HP motor, suitable for milling, drilling, and tapping in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The Milltronics Centurion CNC supports conversational and G-code programming with canned cycles for common hole-making and milling operations, enabling efficient setup by operators at various experience levels. The machine's cast-iron column and base provide structural rigidity for maintaining dimensional accuracy over long production runs. Standard equipment includes an automatic tool changer and flood coolant system. As a 1998 vintage machine, the VM17 has considerable operating history; prospective buyers should evaluate spindle bearing condition, control functionality, and axis drive performance prior to acquisition. Machine weight is approximately 8,000 pounds.