Swivel head (B-axis) and rotary table (C-axis) facilitate 5-axis machining of large parts, up to 1000mm in diameter C-axis table is clamped at high torque 3433 Nm for heavy cutting The B-axis swivel head includes a Hirth coupling with 1° increment further enhancing the rigidity, and 4+1 axis machining capability BBT-40 spindle 15,000rpm (22kW) Rigid machine structure with 3 linear guides
The Chester VL5 is a simple, low cost entry to CNC machining ideally suited to higher education and training. The VL5 can also be used in a toolroom workshop environment, light duty metal parts machining, mould making and R&D.