Vertical machining centers

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Vertical CNC machining centers are among the most versatile machine tools and have revolutionized the world of mechanical production since their introduction. At Makinate, you will find a wide selection of high-quality used vertical CNC machining centers from leading international manufacturers such as Mazak, Mori Seiki, DMG, Doosan, Haas, Hermle, Fanuc, and many other top brands in the CNC... machine sector.

Evolution and Features of Vertical CNC Machining Centers

Vertical CNC machining centers are a direct evolution of traditional milling machines but offer significantly greater versatility and multifunctionality. These machines are suitable for a wide range of operations and are ideal for both series production and reworking, providing operational flexibility and consistent precision. The main features that distinguish vertical centers from traditional milling machines are numerous and substantial, making these machines essential in modern metalworking industries.

Tool Magazine and Automatic Tool Change

The first key feature that distinguishes vertical CNC machining centers is the presence of a tool magazine with automatic tool change. This equipment makes the machine extremely versatile, allowing different types of operations to be performed without continuous operator intervention between operations. The magazine can accommodate a variable number of tools, typically 20 to over 40 positions depending on the model, allowing each tool to be dedicated to a specific type of operation. This feature makes the machine multifunctional, capable of performing milling, drilling, boring, tapping, and other operations within the same production cycle.

CNC Control and Automation

All vertical CNC machining centers are equipped with CNC control, allowing fully automated operation. Operations can be programmed and managed directly through the control panel, with efficient data communication. The main CNC controls installed on the vertical centers in our catalog include:
  • Fanuc: reliable systems widely used worldwide
  • Heidenhain: precision control for complex machining
  • Siemens: advanced solutions for industrial automation
  • Mazatrol: intuitive interface specific to Mazak centers
  • Selca: versatile controls for different applications

Differentiating Parameters

Vertical CNC machining centers differ based on several key technical parameters. The travel distances along the X, Y, and Z axes are a first criterion, determining the maximum size of the workpieces that can be machined. The dimensions and load capacity of the table are another critical factor, defining the maximum weight and footprint of the workpiece that can be clamped and machined. The number of tools accommodated in the magazine directly affects the machine’s operational versatility. Finally, the spindle characteristics are crucial: its material removal capacity and maximum achievable speed determine the types of operations possible and the overall productivity.Vertical CNC machining centers are available in different configurations to meet varying production requirements. The standard 3-axis configuration has two axes (X and Y) on the table for longitudinal and transverse movements, and one axis (Z) on the spindle head for vertical movement. For more complex operations, 4-axis versions with a rotary table for machining multiple faces of the workpiece or 5-axis versions with continuous or indexed movement for particularly complex geometries are available. Some versions are equipped with automatic pallet changers, ideal for unmanned production and high-volume series production.Vertical CNC machining centers are used in multiple industrial sectors. They are perfect for series production of medium-sized mechanical components, reworking partially machined parts, producing molds and tooling, and rapid prototyping. Their versatility makes them essential machines for workshops that need to handle diverse orders and flexible production.

Why Choose Used Vertical CNC Machining Centers from Makinate

Purchasing used vertical CNC machining centers is a strategic choice to optimize production investments. Each center in our catalog comes with a complete technical datasheet, detailing axis travel, table dimensions and load capacity, spindle characteristics (power, speed, type of attachment), type of installed CNC control, magazine capacity, and machine maintenance status. Used vertical CNC machining centers provide access to advanced technology at a lower investment cost while maintaining high standards of precision, reliability, and productivity.
mazak-vtc-300c-ii-m2526355044

Used Mazak VTC 300C II vertical machining center

  • Code: M2526355044
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 2007
Technical sheet
sigma-mission-1-m2589750130

Used Sigma MISSION 1 vertical machining center

  • Code: M2589750130
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 1997
Technical sheet
fanuc-robodrill-t14ia-m2525419349

Used FANUC ROBODRILL T14IA vertical machining center

  • Code: M2525419349
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
Technical sheet
dart-vmc-650-xl-800-m2531909668

Used Dart VMC 650 XL 800 vertical machining center

  • Code: M2531909668
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 2002
Technical sheet
chiron-fz08kw-m2565790658

Used CHIRON FZ08KW vertical machining center

  • Code: M2565790658
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 2007
Technical sheet
hwacheon-sirius-iii-1250-m2593542858

Used Hwacheon SIRIUS III 1250 vertical machining center

  • Code: M2593542858
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
Technical sheet
fanuc-robodrill-t21ic-m2566893062

Used FANUC ROBODRILL T21IC vertical machining center

  • Code: M2566893062
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 2002
Technical sheet
bridgeport-vmc-800-m2587349716

Used BRIDGEPORT VMC 800 vertical machining center

  • Code: M2587349716
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
Technical sheet
dart-idrillymatic-m2540956414

Used Dart ìDRILLYMATIC vertical machining center

  • Code: M2540956414
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
Technical sheet
bridgeport-vmc-800-m2540740430

Used BRIDGEPORT VMC 800 vertical machining center

  • Code: M2540740430
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
Technical sheet
bridgeport-vmc-800-22-m2582238411

Used BRIDGEPORT VMC 800 22 vertical machining center

  • Code: M2582238411
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
Technical sheet
fanuc-robodrill-alpha-t21i-el-m2596591041

Used FANUC ROBODRILL ALPHA T21I EL vertical machining center

  • Code: M2596591041
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 2007
Technical sheet
leadwell-mcv-610-cr-m2587323110

Used LEADWELL MCV 610 CR vertical machining center

  • Code: M2587323110
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
Technical sheet
haas-vf6ss-m2501609829

Used HAAS VF6SS vertical machining center

  • Code: M2501609829
  • Status: Under power
  • Condition: Excellent
  • Year: 2019
Technical sheet
deckel-maho-dmc-103v-m2595610958

Used DECKEL MAHO DMC 103V vertical machining center

  • Code: M2595610958
  • Status: Under power
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 2002
Technical sheet
hurco-vmx-42s-m2534551776

Used HURCO VMX 42S vertical machining center

  • Code: M2534551776
  • Status: Under power
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 2005
Technical sheet
brother-tc-22a-m2507280412

Used BROTHER TC-22A vertical machining center

  • Code: M2507280412
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 1999
Technical sheet
mori-seiki-mv-653-m2571107613

Used Mori Seiki MV-653 vertical machining center

  • Code: M2571107613
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 2002
Technical sheet
matsuura-mc-1000vf-m2572249123

Used Matsuura MC-1000VF vertical machining center

  • Code: M2572249123
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 1994
Technical sheet
supermax-ycm-vmc-85a-m2507517835

Used SUPERMAX YCM-VMC-85A vertical machining center

  • Code: M2507517835
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 1995
Technical sheet
dah-lih-dl-mcv1500-m2587859484

Used DAH LIH DL-MCV1500 vertical machining center

  • Code: M2587859484
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 1995
Technical sheet
kitamura-mycenter-3xd-m2504825274

Used KITAMURA MYCENTER 3XD vertical machining center

  • Code: M2504825274
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 2020
Technical sheet
okuma-mx-45-vae-m2598026560

Used OKUMA MX 45 VAE vertical machining center

  • Code: M2598026560
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 2001
Technical sheet
chiron-mill2000-m2522467692

Used CHIRON MILL2000 vertical machining center

  • Code: M2522467692
  • Status: Visible
  • Condition: Good
  • Year: 2006
Technical sheet
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