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Double Column Vertical Machining Centers

Double Column Vertical Machining Centers
Double Column Vertical Machining Centers2023-10-11T09:13:27-08:00
KFD Double Column Vertical Machining Center

The Kent CNC Double Column Vertical Machining Centers combine proven machine design with advance technology in control and manufacturing.  Reliability and performance make this series a favorite among demanding CNC milling job shops and in-house productions alike. Double Column VMCs come with large working capacity options of up to 236″ x 166″ x 60″ travels and 236″ x 134″ table area. The heavy cutting spindle and rigid machine structure enable higher vertical machining efficiency with better finish and longer tool life – resulting in greater productivity and profitability all around. With over 18,000 machine tools sold worldwide since 1979, Kent CNC Double Column VMCs are proven to increase productivity, delivering reliable and profitable performance. For smaller size requirements, please see our Linear WayBox Way, and Traveling Column vertical machining centers.

KFD/W Double Column VMC Series

Product Highlights

  • Travels of up to 236″ x 166″ x 60″ (6000 x 4200 x 1500 mm)

  • Table sizes of up to 236″ x 134″ (6000 x 3400 mm)

  • Box-in-box unity cast-iron frame

  • Extended Y travel for auto 5F machining.

  • All linear guideways for enhanced rigidity and accuracy

  • Double layer loop frame table

  • Optimal spindle box (ram) design: 450 x 400mm²

  • Heavy duty ram size of up to 650 x 650 mm²

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Specifications

KFD-14 KFD-21 KFD-32 KFD-42
Distance Between Columns 55″ 84″ 127″ 167″
Table Size 78″ – 118″ x 47″ 78″ – 196″ x 70″ 118″ – 236″ x 102″ 157″ – 236″ x 118″
Max. Table Load 10 – 15 tons 12 – 20 tons 18 – 24 tons 20 – 26 tons
T-Slot (L x W x No.) .8″ x 5″ x .2″ .8″ x 5″ x .4″ 1.1″ x 7.8″ x .5″ 1.1″ x 7.8″ x .5″
Travels (X, Y, Z) 86″ – 125″ x 51″ x 31″ 86″ – 204″ x 82″ x 31″ (Opt. 42″) 125″ – 236″ x 125″ x 43″ (Opt.55″) 165″ – 236″ x 165″ x 43″ (Opt. 55″ / 59″)
Spindle Nose to Table 1″ – 32″ 2″ – 38″ 5″ – 49″ 10″ – 53″
Spindle Center to Column 16″ 16″ 16″ 19″
Spindle Taper / Speed / Power

CAT 50 – 6000 rpm – 22 hp / 34 hp + 2-stage gearbox

CAT 50 – 6000 rpm – 22 hp / 34 hp + 2-stage gearbox

CAT 50 – 6000 rpm – 22 hp / 34 hp + 2-stage gearbox

CAT 50 – 6000 rpm – 22 hp / 34 hp + 2-stage gearbox

Cutting Feedrate 393 inch/min 275 inch/min 236 inch/min 236 inch/min
X-Axis Feedrate 787 – 866 inch/min 472 – 787 inch/min 393 – 590 inch/min 393 – 472 inch/min
Y/Z-Axis Feedrate 708 / 708 inch/min 708 / 590 inch/min 590 / 472 inch/min 472 / 472 inch/min
Accuracy

Positioning ±0.0005 /

Full Travel ; Repeatability ±0.0001

Positioning ±0.0005 /

Full Travel ; Repeatability ±0.0001

Positioning ±0.0005 /

Full Travel ; Repeatability ±0.0001

Positioning ±0.0005 /

Full Travel ; Repeatability ±0.0001

ATC & Tool Magazine Capacity / Diameter

24 Tools /

Max. Dia Ø 4″ (Full tool)

Ø 8″ (Adjacent empty)

24 Tools /

Max. Dia Ø 4″ (Full tool)

Ø 8″ (Adjacent empty)

24 Tools /

Max. Dia Ø 4″ (Full tool)

Ø 8″ (Adjacent empty)

24 Tools /

Max. Dia Ø 4″ (Full tool)

Ø 8″ (Adjacent empty)

Max. Tool  Length / Weight 14″ / 39 lbs 14″ / 39 lbs 14″ / 39 lbs 14″ / 39 lbs
Tool Selection

Random Shortest Direction / M24 P3.0-45°

Random Shortest Direction / M24 P3.0-45°

Random Shortest Direction / M24 P3.0-45°

Random Shortest Direction / M24 P3.0-45°

Machine Size (L x W x H) 251″ – 330″ x 157″ x  161″ 251″ – 515″ x 190″ x 179″ (Opt. 219″) 370″ – 606″ x 251″ x 204″ (Opt. 240″) 448″ – 606″ x 291″ x 218″ (Opt. 253″)
Machine Weight  20 – 24 tons 25 – 37 tons 50 – 65 tons 68 – 78 tons
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