Sharp LMV-50 (CNC) VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

This vertical machining center features a work table measuring 50 inches long by 9 inches wide, capable of supporting workpieces up to 800 pounds. The machine is equipped with a vertical R-8 taper spindle with an optional #30 taper configuration, delivering a maximum speed of 4,500 RPM and a 3-horsepower 30-minute rating. The R-8 taper, specified at 3.5 inches per foot, is commonly associated with Bridgeport machines and employs a drawbar mechanism for secure tool holding. The machine operates on three axes with individual travel distances of 25 inches along the X-axis, 11 inches along the Y-axis, and full Z-axis vertical travel. All axes achieve rapid traverse rates of 100 inches per minute, enabling efficient positioning and cycle times. Tooling is manually changed with single-tool capacity, suitable for applications requiring straightforward setups without automatic tool changer functionality. The compact table dimensions and manual tool carrier configuration make this machine well-suited for job shop operations, prototyping, and small-batch production runs where flexibility and ease of use are prioritized over high-volume automation. The modest spindle horsepower and manual tooling system indicate this machine targets precision work on smaller components and materials that do not require heavy-duty cutting forces.