Monarch VMC-40168QP VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

This CNC machining center features a robust table/work support with a table size of 173.2 inches in length and 39.4 inches in width, capable of supporting workpieces up to 12,100 lbs. Optional support for an index table or rotary table enhances versatility for complex machining tasks. The vertical spindle is equipped with a CT50 taper, delivering a maximum spindle speed of 6,000 RPM and a 30-minute rated horsepower of 30 HP, ensuring high performance for demanding applications. Tooling is managed by a double-arm automatic tool changer (ATC) with a standard capacity of 24 tools, expandable to 32 tools, and a rapid tool change time of 5 seconds for efficient operation. The machine operates on three primary axes (X, Y, Z), with an optional fourth axis for increased flexibility. Axis travels are 165.4 inches on the X-axis, 39.4 inches on the Y-axis, and 39.4 inches on the Z-axis, all supporting a maximum feed rate of 276 inches per minute and a rapid traverse speed of 472 inches per minute. This configuration enables precise, high-speed machining of large and heavy workpieces, suitable for a wide range of industrial applications, including aerospace, automotive, and heavy machinery manufacturing.