Model | Unit | GH125 |
---|---|---|
Type | S | |
Max workpiece diameter | mm | Φ125 (4.9”) |
Max module | mm | 3 |
Max worktable speed | r/min | 25 |
Spindle speed/step | r/min | 80-400/8 |
Distance between hob axis and worktable surface | mm | 125-295 (4.9-12”) |
Central distance between hob and worktable | mm | 10-140 (0.39-5.5”) |
Distance between tailstock end face and worktable surface | mm | 240-438 (9.5-17”) |
Hob shifting travel (manual) | mm | 50 (2”) |
Max hob head swivel angle | degree | ±45 |
Max hob diameter and length | mm | Φ110x110 (4.3x4.3”) |
Worktable diameter x bore diameter | mm | Φ180x40 (7.1x1.6”) |
Worktable T-slot | 3xM12 | |
Total power / main motor power | kVA/kW | 4.3/3 |
Machine dimension (L x W x H) | mm | 1740x1150x1570 |
Net weight / gross weight | kg | 2000/2250 |
A knee type milling machine is a fundamental machine tool distinguished by its vertically adjustable worktable mounted on a "knee" casting. This knee moves precisely up and down a fixed column via a screw mechanism, enabling accurate Z-axis positioning crucial for diverse milling operations.
The core principle involves a rotating milling cutter removing material from a workpiece secured to the table. The adjustable knee mechanism allows controlled vertical movement (Z-axis), while the table provides longitudinal (X-axis) and transverse (Y-axis) travel. This 3-axis control facilitates complex machining of flat, angular, and contoured surfaces.
Since their development in the late 19th century, knee-and-column mills revolutionized machining. The iconic Bridgeport design (1938) popularized the turret style. While CNC machining centers dominate high-volume production, knee mills remain indispensable for flexibility, ease of use, and cost-effectiveness in job shops, schools, and repair facilities worldwide.
At Fortune Pacific, we engineer durable, high-precision knee type milling machines for demanding applications. Explore our range of vertical mills, horizontal mills, and CNC-ready models designed to enhance your workshop's capabilities. Discover the ideal machine for your metalworking, prototyping, or toolmaking needs.
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