20869 Plummer St. Chatsworth, CA 91311
Toll Free: 888-542-6374 (US only)
Phone: 818-349-9166 I Fax: 818-349-7286
www.ganeshmachinery.com
GANESH VFM 5X- 8
HIGH-SPEED 5-AXIS MACHINING CENTER
COMBINING STRENGTH WITH SPEED FOR OPTIMUM PRODUCTIVITY!
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Integral Full 5-Axis Machining Capability
Ø 8.3” Built-In Worm-Gear Driven Tilting Rotary Table
Heidenhein Precision Rotary Encoders on both the A & C axis
Heidenhein Precision Linear Glass Scales on the X, Y, & Z axis
12,000 RPM Inline Direct-Drive Beltless “Big-Plus” Spindle
15-HP spindle motor with Synchronous Rigid Tapping Capability
1,417 IPM rapid rates in X, & Y axis for fast production
24-Tool High-Speed Twin-Arm Tool Changer - CAT or BT #40 Tooling
Cross-roller style linear way system for maximum cutting rigidity
Massive Meehanite cast iron machine construction – 9,960 lbs.
300 PSI “Through-the-Spindle” coolant system with rotary coupling
GANESH VFM 5X-8 EXPRESS
HIGH-SPEED 5-AXIS MACHINING CENTER
The VFM 5X-8 combines strength and speed for high productivity The rigidity of the high-strength Meehanite processed cast iron frame provides a high-strength
cutting platform with superior vibration dampening for improved surface finish & extended tool life
so the VFM-5X/8 can handle all your tough materials like stainless steel and titanium. Heavy-duty
cross-roller linear guideways are used to provide over twice the stiffness of ball-style linear ways
and are even stiffer than box ways, with the further benefit of having high-speed rapids of 1417
IPM. This combination of strength and speed allows flexibility in processing your work. The 12,000
rpm spindle speed makes the machine ideal for materials like aluminum and steel and the strength
of the cross roller ways provides the rigidity for efficient machining of Inconell and stainless.
Massive Cast Iron Construction –
The VFM-5X/8 fine grain high-density casting design was FEA (Finite Element Analysis CAD)
computer analyzed and internally reinforced with numerous strategically placed heavy cast ribs to
resist flex. The machine features a built-in and fully integrated 5-axis trunnion table and is
constructed of all certified premium high-density Meehanite castings and weighs over 10,582 lbs.
for superb vibration dampening. The wide spacing of the ways offers the optimal guide ratio for the
moving elements further enhancing the rugged design of the machine for heavy-duty machining. A
built-in leveling ledge makes it easy to level machine low to the ground to maximize the stability of
the machine. Oversized double anchored and pre-tensioned ballscrews with 3-NSK bearings at
each end on all 3-axes are utilized for superior metal removal rates and superb size control.
Built-In Tilting-Rotary Trunnion Drive System
Expands your machine capability by another dimension!
Our 5-axis CNC eliminates setups by allowing you to machine multiple sides in just one
operation and allows you to handle parts that require 5-axis simultaneous machining.
The Detron GF-212S Tilting Rotary Trunnion Table features a dual-lead worm-gear drive with
increased tooth depth, all supported by heavy-duty precision cross-roller bearings for high
cutting rigidity.
A = Tilt Table Axis, C = Rotary Table Axis.
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Platter diameter …...............… 8.34” (210mm)
Center bore diameter ……….. Ø40mm H7
T-Slot width …………………… 12mm H7
Guide block width ……………. 18mm
A-Axis Tilting Servo Motor … Mitsubishi HF-224T
C-Axis Rotary Servo Motor … Mitsubishi HF-104T
Torque …………………………. 7 Kg-cm2
Indexing resolution ….....……. 0.001º
Indexing accuracy A / C……... 50 sec. / 20 sec.
Indexing repeatability A / C…. ±4 sec. / ±3 sec.
Feedback System A / C …….. Heidenhein Encoder (ECN-223M w/ 10 sec. resolution)
Work load capacity ……......… 165lbs (75 kg) Horizontal
Work load capacity ………….. 110 lbs (50 kg) In Tilt (10-90º)
Tilting angle range …………… +20º - -110º (130º total range)
Brake Torque A / C …………… 423 ft. lbs. / 256 ft. lbs. (58.5 / 35.5 Kg/m)
Cutting Torque limit ………… 17 Kg/m
Rotational speed A / C ………. 33 /22 rpm
Transmission Ratio A / C …… 1:90 / 1:120
STANDARD GANESH VFM 5X-8 EXPRESS FEATURES:
Heidenhein Glass Scale Feedback in all 5-Axes –
Accurate X, Y, & Z feedback is ensured by using a sealed linear glass scale system. The rotary and tilting axis
use glass scale rotary encoders for accurate feedback for no windup or reversal position backlash errors.
Beltless Direct Drive Spindle –
The quiet beltless 12,000 RPM direct-drive spindle provides fast acceleration and greater spindle control in
high-speed tapping applications for increased productivity. Low heat rise and reduced maintenance are also
benefits of this spindle design.
Through-The-Spindle Coolant –
The standard 300-PSI through-the-spindle coolant system provides improved tool life and superior chip
control, increasing overall machine productivity. The rotary union provided at the top of the spindle
accommodates the distribution of the 300 PSI coolant.
Auto Power Shut Off –
The auto shut off feature on the control can automatically shut off the machine once a long program is
finished. This capability enhances your ability to let the machine run lights-out for extended production
capability on complex work with long cycle times.
Chip Wash-Down –
The machine comes standard with a separate coolant pump for chip wash down on all sides.
This allows the machine to flush all the chips to the front of the enclosure for the chip conveyor to
efficiently discharge them from the machine to simplify maintenance.
Air Counter Balance (in case of power failure) –
The machine features an air counter balance on the vertical column. This feature will prevent the “Z” axis from
dropping down in case of a sudden power failure, saving expensive fixtures and tools. The Z-axis motor is
equipped with a brake to provide a Z-axis position lock in case of power failure.
Ball-Bar Testing –
The geometric ball bar test conducted on each machine checks for servo gain synchronization, backlash, lateral
play, squareness, and straightness to ensure your machine will perform to our rigid accuracy and performance
standards. Laser inspection technology is employed to measure linear and pitch error accuracy and
repeatability to ensure high quality machine performance. The spindle is dynamically balanced to ensure long
term production performance. Premium quality ball screws are double-anchored and pre-tensioned, and then
100% inspected for parallelism to the axis guideways. The rotational torque of each ballscrew is inspected over
the entire length of travel to guarantee a true smooth non-binding alignment to ensure maximum service life and
the highest possible machining accuracy.
VFM 5X-8 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
AXIS TRAVEL
X-Travel
Y-Travel
Z-Travel
Spindle Nose to Rotary Table Surface
Spindle Center to Z-axis way covers
12.6”
17.7”
14.9”
2.11”– 15.62”
17.71”
320mm
450mm
380mm
60 – 375mm
450mm (throat dimension)
TILTING ROTARY TABLE
See page 3 for additional tilting rotary information
Platter Diameter
Center Bore Diameter
T-slot width / Number
Guide block width
Maximum Work table Load
Maximum Part Swing
Ø 8.34”
Ø 40 H7
12 H7 / 4
18mm
165 lbs
Ø12.5”
Ø 210mm
22-HP peak
12,000 rpm
50 ft-lb @ 1,500 rpm
CAT #40 Taper
SCM415 / HRC 58-62
Bellville Spring Stack
≤ 0.000040” T.I.R.
110mm NSK 70BNR
110mm NSK 70BNR
(10-HP 30-min.)
(15,000 & 24,000 rpm optional)
1,417 ipm
944 ipm
0.04 - 394 ipm
2.7-HP (2.0kw nominal)
4.0-Hp (3.0kw nominal)
32mm ballscrews
4408 lbs / 2204 lbs
0.0001” / 0.000040”
36m / minute
24m / minute
10,000 mm/min
Mitsubishi HF204-3000
Mitsubishi HF303B w/brake
12mm pitch
2,000 kg / 1000kg
0.001mm / (40-millionths in metric)
24-Tool Twin-Arm
CAT#40 Taper
1.7-sec. tool-to-tool
5.90” / 3.15”
11.81”
15 lbs.
Random access
Hi-Speed Tool Changer
BT#40 optional
Hardened & ground table & T-slots
75kgs
SPINDLE
Spindle Motor - Mitsubishi 7.5/7.5kw
Spindle Speed – Mitsubishi Inline Direct-Drive
Spindle Torque
Tool Type
Spindle Taper Material / Hardness
Retention System / Holding Capability
Spindle Runout
Spindle Bearings - Front
Spindle Bearings - Rear
BT #40 optional
1650-1760 lbs
2, P4 class-7 bearings
2, P4 class-7 bearings
AXIS FEEDS
Rapid Traverse X, Y
Rapid Traverse Z
Cutting Feedrate
Axis Drive Motor Power – X, Y
Axis Drive Motor Power - Z
Ballscrews – X, Y, Z
Thrust Force – Z (maximum / constant)
Least Input Command Increment
TOOL CHANGER
Tool Capacity (24+1)
Tool Shank
Tool Change Time
Maximum Tool Diameter / w/adjacent tool
Maximum Tool Length (from gage line)
Maximum Tool Weight
Tool Selection / Tool Access
150mm / 80mm
300mm
7kg
Bi-directional shortest path
SPECIFICATIONS
Air Service Requirements
Electrical Requirements - connected load
Coolant Capacity / Pressure
Floor space requirements (W x D x H)
Shipping dimensions (W x D x H)
Machine Weight
Warranty – 1-year machine warranty
85 psi @ 14-scfm
20 Kg/cm2
30kva, 50 Amps
220vac ±5%, 60-Hz
68-gallons / 1,000 psi 256 liters / 70-bar
87” x 81” x 113”
221x206x288cm (add 48” for conveyor)
97” x 91” x 101”
246x229x256cm
11,245 pounds
5,100 kg
3-year Mitsubishi control, motors, & drive warranty
MITSUBISHI M850 HIGH-PERFORMANCE CNC CONTROL
The Mitsubishi M830 High-Performance CNC control
provides the highest level of productivity, intuitive usability, and
superior functionality. The advanced control algorithm uses a
cutting edge Mitsubishi CNC-dedicated CPU running at 270,000
blocks per minute with 2000-block look-ahead under NANO
control with Super Smooth Surface control for superior surface
finishes.
The CNC-dedicated CPU not only results in
phenomenal processing speed, but also reduces the number of
required components, leading to fewer possibilities of failure and
increasing product quality. The ultra-high speed fiber-optic drive
communication (3 times faster) and distributed architecture
delegates routine motion control operations to intelligent servo
and spindle amplifiers reducing cycle processing time and
improving processing speed and productivity. Operators
appreciate the ergonomics of the easy-to-use Human Machine
Interface that can be easily customized. The Navi
Conversational
programming,
workpiece
pick-up
tool
measurement, tool-life management, background editing, modal
program search to restart the program at the exact point of
interruption all form a highly productive operator interface. A
huge 10-GB program memory plus 32-GB SD memory and USB
Card Slots for direct machine operation with full edit capability.
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Mitsubishi developed CNC-Dedicated 64-Bit CPU with highly efficient RISC architecture
2,000 block buffered look-ahead and a blazing 270,000 block per minute processing speed
The above features work in harmony to provide faster program throughput & greater productivity
32-GB SD & USB slots & 10-GB internal memory provides program memory for machine operation
15” Touch Screen that operates like a smart phone or tablet which includes 3D solid model graphics
that can pinch-in to zoom, pinch-out, drag, edit, rotate, and scroll.
Mid-program restart function for operator convenience after a program interruption
Dampened backlash compensation eliminates spiking during the axis reversal moves for higher
accuracy machining, superb surface finishes, and exacting feature definition.
1-nanometer interpolation with 2000-block look-ahead provide fine surface finishes and
detailed arc and radius features precisely follow the program commands
Automatic power-fail tool retract. Least input and command increment: 0.1µm
4-axis simultaneous contour control capability & high-speed synchronous rigid tapping
Graphics –Tool path and 3-D part shape can be drawn to help detect errors at an early stage
NC Monitor – monitoring of machine screens for observation on a remote PC
Intuitive HMI for ease of operation with rapid setup & changeover and “on the fly” tool offsets
Program copy, move, delete functions, and input guidance screens help create part programs
Ethernet RJ-45, USB, RS-232, & 2-SD 32-GB Card ports provide a choice of communications.
Mitsubishi high performance matched motors and drives yield exacting program feature definition.
3-year Mitsubishi control, motor, and servo drive warranty
“World’s Fastest and Most Powerful CNC Control!”
64-Bit CNC Dedicated CPU with highly efficient RISC processor Blazing 270,000 Bock-Per-Minute
Processing Speed – 4,500 BPS 2,000 Block Look-Ahead – 64-GB Program Memory
Specifications, features, options, and colors are subject to change without notice. Machine shown with optional equipment.