VTC-300C FSW

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MACHINE DESCRIPTION:

As a HYBRID Multi-Tasking system, the VTC-300C FSW combines vertical machining center milling capabilities with those of Friction Stir Welding (FSW). The machine features a powerful CAT 40 taper spindle, full vertical traveling column design and fixed table for machining extremely long and heavy workpieces. With a table center partition, the machine work envelope can be transformed into two separate work areas. This allows the machine to be in cycle in one work area while a part is being set up in the other. The machine also delivers fast rapid traverse rates to reduce non-cut times.

The machine’s FSW package uses frictional heat and forging pressure to create full-penetration, defect-free welded joints with greater strength than those produced through conventional methods. The Mazak FSW head incorporates a non-consumable tool and a solid-state joining process to join two metal plates without melting the material. Commonly considered a forging process, FSW is well suited for joining alloys with low melting points, including aluminum, copper and brass.

MACHINE CHARACTERISTICS:

• FSW package for full-penetration, defect-free welded joints with minimal heat
• Easy-to-use MAZATROL SmoothG control for advanced high-speed, high-accuracy performance
• Long fixed table design
• Optional table partition available
• Standard 15,000 rpm CAT 40 taper spindle
• 1,574 ipm rapid traverse rate
• 24-tool (48 optional) storage capacity
• Automatic tool changer
• Maximum table load of 3,300 lbs.

Machine Specifications