2012 MILLTRONICS VM17 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 2012 Milltronics VM17 is a 3-axis vertical machining center from Milltronics' enduring VM series, providing a compact and capable platform for milling, drilling, and tapping in job shop and production environments. The VM17 features a 45 x 16 inch cast-iron work table and X-, Y-, and Z-axis travels of 30, 17, and 19.5 inches, offering a versatile machining envelope for medium-sized prismatic workpieces. The BT-40 taper spindle reaches speeds of up to 8,000 RPM with a 15 HP drive motor, suited for cutting steel, aluminum, cast iron, and similar materials. The Milltronics Centurion CNC control provides conversational programming, G-code compatibility, and integrated canned cycles for common machining operations, enabling rapid setup without specialized CAM knowledge. The machine's cast-iron column and base ensure rigidity and vibration damping essential for maintaining dimensional accuracy. Standard equipment includes an automatic tool changer and flood coolant system. The 2012 vintage represents a later-production VM17 with updated Centurion control generation, and benefits from the broad Milltronics service network and parts availability across North America. Machine weight is approximately 8,000 pounds.