1986 SUPERMAX MAX3 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS

Technical Description

The 1986 Supermax MAX3 is a 3-axis vertical machining center produced by YCM (Yeong Chin Machinery Industries) under the Supermax REBEL MAX-3 brand for the North American market. The MAX3 offers a mid-size work envelope suited to job-shop and toolroom machining of medium workpieces in steel, aluminum, and cast iron. Built on a cast-iron column and base with hardened box-way guideways, the machine delivers the structural mass needed for rigid cutting performance and long-term dimensional accuracy. The 37.5 x 15.8-inch worktable accommodates a range of workpiece sizes supported by T-slots for standard vises and fixtures. Axis travels of approximately 38 inches in X, 18.75 inches in Y, and 24.8 inches in Z provide a practical mid-size work envelope. The spindle operates at up to 8,000 RPM with 7.5 to 10 HP, providing torque for steel roughing and speed for aluminum finishing passes. A 20-station automatic tool changer supports extended multi-tool programs. Fanuc 0M CNC control provides full G-code and macro programming capability. At approximately 10,820 lbs with rapid traverse rates of 630 IPM in X/Y and 472 IPM in Z, the MAX3 offers efficient positioning combined with solid machining performance. The machine has remained in service in facilities where its robust mechanical construction has been maintained.