1998 YANG SMV1000 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 1998 YANG SMV1000 is a 3-axis vertical machining center produced by Yang Iron Works of Taiwan, offering a versatile mid-size work envelope suited to precision milling, drilling, and tapping of a broad range of parts. The machine features 1,000 mm of X-axis travel paired with 510 mm of Y and Z travel, providing adequate capacity for medium-sized workpieces typical of job shop and toolroom applications. The BT40 spindle reaches speeds up to 8,000 RPM with 11 kW (approximately 15 HP) of continuous spindle power, delivering balanced performance across both aluminum finishing and steel roughing. A bi-directional 20-station automatic tool changer with a 3-second tool-to-tool time supports efficient multi-feature production cycles. The SMV1000 is constructed on a heavy Meehanite cast iron frame with a counterbalanced head for smooth Z-axis travel and reduced vibration. Fully enclosed guarding, a chip flushing system, and rigid tapping capability are standard features. The machine ships with a Fanuc-based CNC control offering RS-232 connectivity, helical interpolation, and rigid tapping cycles. Its combination of a 1,000 mm X stroke, reliable spindle, and robust construction made the SMV1000 a popular mid-market VMC in North America and Europe throughout the late 1990s.