Choosing a Vertical Machining Center
Evaluate axis travel, table size, spindle speed, tooling, materials and workpiece weight.
The short answer
Size a vertical machining center for the workpiece, fixture and required tool movements together. Travel figures are only the starting point: the supplier should confirm load, clearance, tooling and the proposed machining process.
IXORTA prepares project-specific equipment configurations and export quotations from Türkiye. Use the checklist below to define your requirements; final specifications and scope belong in the written offer.
Prepare your enquiry
- Part drawings, weights and materials
- Fixtures, tool access and setup sequence
- Required operations and tool count
Send the machine type, required capacity, destination country or port, project timeline and technical requirements.
Technical quotationVMC Sizing Matrix: Envelope, Table Load & Tool Clearance
Selecting a CNC Vertical Machining Center (VMC 1060 / VMC 1160 / CNC dik işleme merkezi / купить станки в турции) requires evaluating the complete dynamic envelope—including vice clamping heights, 4th-axis rotary clearance, and maximum tool projection ($L_{\text{tool}}$) under rapid acceleration ($1.0\text{ G}$).
| Specification Metric | IX-VMC-850 | IX-VMC-1060 | IX-VMC-1160 | IX-VMC-1370 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X / Y / Z Axis Travel | $850 \times 500 \times 550\text{ mm}$ | $1000 \times 600 \times 600\text{ mm}$ | $1100 \times 650 \times 600\text{ mm}$ | $1300 \times 700 \times 700\text{ mm}$ |
| Working Table Size | $1000 \times 500\text{ mm}$ | $1200 \times 600\text{ mm}$ | $1300 \times 650\text{ mm}$ | $1450 \times 700\text{ mm}$ |
| Maximum Table Load | $650\text{ kg}$ | $1,000\text{ kg}$ | $1,200\text{ kg}$ | $1,600\text{ kg}$ |
| Spindle Taper & Connection | BT40 / BBT40 Dual Contact | BT40 / BBT40 Dual Contact | BBT40 (Opt. BT50) | BT50 Gear / Direct Drive |
| Spindle Speed & Drive | 10,000 / 12,000 RPM Direct | 10,000 / 12,000 RPM Direct | 12,000 RPM Direct Drive | 6,000 / 8,000 RPM Gear/Direct |
| Main Motor Power (Cont/30m) | $11.0 / 15.0\text{ kW}$ (Fanuc) | $11.0 / 15.0\text{ kW}$ (Fanuc) | $15.0 / 18.5\text{ kW}$ (Fanuc) | $18.5 / 22.0\text{ kW}$ (Fanuc) |
| Linear Guideway Size & Type | 35mm Heavy Roller Type | 45mm Heavy Roller Type | 45mm Heavy Roller Type | 55mm Roller Linear / Box |
| Tool Magazine (ATC) | 24 Tools Arm Type (1.8s) | 24 Tools Arm Type (1.8s) | 24/30 Tools Arm Type | 32 Tools Chain / Arm Type |
| Positioning / Repeatability | $\pm 0.005 / \pm 0.003\text{ mm}$ | $\pm 0.005 / \pm 0.003\text{ mm}$ | $\pm 0.005 / \pm 0.003\text{ mm}$ | $\pm 0.005 / \pm 0.003\text{ mm}$ |
Cast Iron Machine Bed Mechanics & Thermal Stability
Every IXORTA vertical machining center is built on a Meehanite HT300 resin-sand aged cast iron structure. The wide pyramid column structure and inverted-Y base distribute cutting forces symmetrically, completely eliminating vibration chatter during heavy roughing in tool steel, titanium, or cast iron.
- Dual Contact Spindle (BBT40): Simultaneous taper and face contact provides 2.4$\times$ greater radial stiffness than standard BT40, preventing tool pull-out and extending carbide tool life by up to 35%.
- Internal Spindle Oil Chiller: Closed-loop refrigeration maintains spindle cartridge temperature within $\pm 1.0^\circ\text{C}$ of ambient factory temperature to prevent axial thermal elongation.
- C3 Precision Pre-Tensioned Ball Screws: Double-nut ball screws with class P4 angular contact bearings on all 3 axes ensure zero backlash and high dynamic positioning response.
CNC Controls: Fanuc 0i-MF Plus vs. Siemens SINUMERIK 828D
IXORTA equips VMC centers with world-class industrial CNC controllers configured with full multilingual interface (English, Turkish, Arabic, Russian, Persian):
Fanuc 0i-MF Plus (Type 5 / Pack F)
Industry standard for high reliability and operator familiarity. Includes AICC II look-ahead with 200 blocks, Nano smoothing algorithm, high-speed rigid tapping up to 6,000 RPM, and 10.4-inch color LCD with Manual Guide i conversational programming.
Siemens SINUMERIK 828D PPU 280
Ideal for complex mold & die geometries and 3D surface machining. Advanced Surface algorithm, ShopMill conversational graphic interface, 80-bit NANOFP precision, Ethernet TCP/IP, and integrated 4th-axis positioning.
Regional Export Scope: Russia, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia & Europe
Exporting CNC machine tools from Türkiye involves strict adherence to CE machinery directives (2006/42/EC) and international quality benchmarks:
- Russia & Central Asia (купить станки в турции): Direct TIR truck delivery from Konya through Georgia or Caspian Sea ferry routes. Complete EAC / GOST compliance documentation and Russian-language CNC screens.
- Iran & Middle East (خرید فرز سی ان سی در ترکیه): Overland border transit via Gürbulak/Bazargan. Machines shipped fully pre-commissioned with Renishaw laser ballbar inspection certificates.
- Europe & UK: Full CE certification with Pilz safety gate interlocks, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) filters, and low-voltage directive electrical safety cabinets.
Information to Send for a Project-Specific VMC Quotation
- Component 2D/3D drawings (STEP/IGES/PDF) and workpiece materials (aluminum, 4140 steel, stainless, cast iron)
- Required axis travels (X: 850mm, 1000mm, 1100mm, or 1300mm) and maximum part weight
- Spindle requirements: standard 10,000 RPM or high-speed 12,000/15,000 RPM direct drive
- Coolant requirements: Through-Spindle Coolant (TSC 20 bar or 50 bar) and chip conveyor type (hinged belt or scraper)
- CNC control choice (Fanuc 0i-MF Plus, Siemens 828D, Mitsubishi M80) and 4th-axis rotary table requirement
Email our CNC machine tool division at [email protected] or WhatsApp +90 551 280 32 99 for complete layout drawings, cutting power charts, and factory-direct export proposals.