With a reputation for uncompromising build quality and stability, Victor has introduced the Vcenter AX630 vertical machining centre. Available in the UK from GM CNC Ltd, the new machine takes flexibility to a new level, incorporating a B+C-axis rotary table to facilitate five-axis machining of large parts up to 700 x 500mm.

The Vcenter AX630 has rigidity and precision incorporated into every aspect of the build, something that is characterised by the trunnion type B+C-axis table that has a built-in backlash-free roller cam mechanism that is seated on the machine base to maximise rigidity.

The B-axis can rotate at up to 17rev/min with 6,880Nm of torque, whereas the C-axis rotation is capable of 33rev/min at 1,960Nm. Adding to this robust and speedy rotary table that is built into the fixed table, the Vcenter AX630 optimises structure stiffness with the moving column and spindle retaining an optimised centre of gravity.

The spindle is fully supported by front slideways when the Y-axis travel is shorter than 300mm. This ensures optimal cutting performance during the most challenging of operations.

The 9,000kg workhorse is supplied as standard with a Fanuc 0i-MF CNC control unit that drives the tools around the work envelope (X, Y and Z axes of 700 x 500 x 500mm) with unprecedented precision and speed.

It also features a high-speed 12,000rev/min spindle with the renowned Big Plus BBT-40 interface that maximises tool clamping rigidity. Powering the high-speed spindle is a continuous 11/15/18.5kW spindle motor that generates exceptional levels of torque for heavy-duty cutting of challenging materials at impressive material removal rates.

The spindles are manufactured in-house by Victor and each spindle has a unique I.D code to facilitate future servicing requirements and records. Supplied with up to 30 tools via a twin-arm type fast-change tool barrel, customers can also select the machine with the option of 40, 48 or 60 tool positions.

As standard, the high quality arrival incorporates a spindle oil cooler, fully enclosed splash guard, rigid tapping facility, remote MPG handwheel, hand tools and toolbox, built-in work light, automatic power-off system, levelling pads and a screw-type chip removal system.

The Vcenter AX630 comes with the option of a chip conveyor with cart, through-spindle coolant from 20 to 70bar, linear scales/angular encoders for precision levels of 0.005mm over the full machine stroke, automatic tool length measurement, automatic part measurement, HSK-A63 interface and also a selection of control units that include the Fanuc 0i, 32i and the 31i control or the Heidenhain 640 control units.

For full simultaneous five-axis machining, the Vcenter AX630 is also available with the Fanuc 31i-B5, the Siemens 840D or the Heidenhain TNC-640 CNC interface.

This wide range of optional extras allows GM CNC to facilitate any machining requirements, whether the customer requires a machine that offers high material removal rates, flexibility, stability, unsurpassed surface finishes and precision or all of the above.

In conclusion, this well-built machine is suited to manufacturers that demand a blend of high productivity levels and flexibility with the guarantee that the machine tool is built to last.

For further details on this addition to the GM CNC stable, visit the website (www.gm-cnc.com).