SHIBAURA MACHINE CO. TMD-13 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The Shibaura Machine TMD-13 is an advanced vertical boring and turning mill engineered for heavy-duty machining with high-speed, high-accuracy 3-axis control. This machine features a robust 49.2-inch chuck diameter mounted on a 63-inch maximum swing capacity, enabling workpieces up to 63 inches in diameter with a maximum cutting height of 43.3 inches. The main spindle operates at 450 RPM with 60 HP, while the live spindle (25-3,000 RPM) provides an additional 20-30 HP for complex turning and milling operations. The machine accommodates 24 tool pods in its automatic tool changer, supporting simultaneous 3-axis controlled cutting with a 7/24 taper No. 50 tool shank interface. Vertical crossrail travel reaches 500mm (19.7 inches) with 250mm step positioning for precision workholding adjustments. The system incorporates FANUC 31iB CNC control with dual-face contact and coolant-through-spindle capabilities as standard features. Optional enhancements include automatic measuring and tool-setting Renishaw probes, linear scale feedback on X, Z, and C axes, and multi-pallet automatic pallet changers supporting 2-8 pallets. Maximum table load capacity is 17,600 pounds with servo-driven mechanisms ensuring high rigidity and geometric accuracy across all linear and rotary axes. This configuration makes the TMD-13 ideal for aerospace, automotive, and heavy industrial applications requiring complex turning and boring operations with demanding tolerances.