VMCs: How Many Axes Do You Really Need? SME
Given that a typical trunnion table can measure 14" ( cm) or more in height, the 20" ( cm) or so of Zaxis travel common on many vertical mills is quickly eaten up. Simply put, installing a tiltrotary table on most VMCs is like putting a fish finder and trolling motor on an old Crestliner—you might catch a few crappies, but it'll ...