Model | Unit | GH400 |
---|---|---|
Max workpiece diameter | mm | Φ400 (16”) |
Max module | mm | 12 |
Max worktable speed | r/min | 6 |
Max hob axial shifting distance | mm | 60 (2.4”) |
Hob speed/step | r/min | 32-200/9 |
Distance between hob axis and worktable surface | mm | 240-640 (9.5-25”) |
Min central distance between hob and worktable | mm | 25 (0.98”) |
Distance between tailstock end face and worktable surface | mm | 395-655 (16-26”) |
Max hob diameter and length | mm | Φ185x207(7.3x8.2”) |
Max hob head swivel angle | degree | ±45 |
Total power | kW | 7.95 |
Overall dimension (L x W x H) | mm | 2530x1400x2000 |
Net weight | kg | 5000 |
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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