1981 MORI SEIKI MV35 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 1981 Mori Seiki MV35 is a 3-axis vertical machining center representing Mori Seiki's early foray into CNC vertical machining. As one of the earliest models in the MV series, the MV35 was built during an era when CNC technology was transitioning from tape-based to conversational control systems, and is typically equipped with a Yasnac MX1 or MX2 control—Yasnac being the Yaskawa-sourced control used widely by Mori Seiki in the early 1980s before the company's broader adoption of Fanuc. The machine features a CAT 40 spindle taper running at up to 6,000 RPM, powered by a 10 HP spindle motor, reflecting the conservative spindle speeds typical of early VMC designs. The work envelope spans 30.0 inches in X, 13.8 inches in Y, and 17.7 inches in Z, with a worktable measuring 43.3 by 13.8 inches. At approximately 14,100 pounds, the MV35 embodies the substantial cast iron construction common to machines of its era, contributing to vibration damping and long-term structural rigidity. Given the machine's vintage, operators should verify the condition of the CNC control and servo drives, as components from this period may have limited availability for replacement. Note: Mori Seiki merged with DMG to form DMG Mori around 2013; machines labeled MORI SEIKI are pre-rebranding era. This machine is suitable for legacy production environments and toolroom use where established G-code routines are in place.