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MHS350 Mechanical Shaping Machine

MHS350 Mechanical Shaping Machine is designed for shaping plane and formed surfaces. If used for shaping plane surfaces, T-slot and dovetail slots on narrow and long workpiece, the machine will obtain much higher productivity.
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Technical parameters of MHS350 Mechanical Shaping Machine
Model Unit MHS350
Max shaping length mm 350 (14”)
Max horizontal movement of the table mm 400 (16”)
Max distance between ram bottom and table mm 330 (13”)
Max vertical movement of the table mm 270 (11”)
Dimensions of table top: L x W mm 345x296 (14x12”)
Max stroke of the tool head mm 110 (4.3”)
Number of ram reciprocation per minute Stroke 32, 50, 80, 125/4 steps
Feed range of horizontal table: wheeled round one tooth mm 0.21
Feed range of horizontal table: wheeled round four tooth mm 0.84
Feed range of vertical table: wheeled round one tooth mm 0.18
Feed range of vertical table: wheeled round four tooth mm 0.73
Main motor power kW 1.5
Net weight (approx) kg 1000
Gross weight kg 1200
Machine dimension (L x W x H) mm 1390x860×1455
Packing dimension (L x W x H) mm 1530×930×1370
 
Standard accessories
1. Square box crank: 19x19;
2. Square head wrench: 22x22;
3. Double head wrench: 17x19; 22x24;
4. Hook wrench: 34-36;
5. Hex socket head wrench: 3,4,5,6,8,10
6. Foundation bolts: M16x300;

Optional accessories
1. Machine vice;

Applications
MHS350 Mechanical Shaping Machine is designed for shaping plane and formed surfaces. If used for shaping plane surfaces, T-slot and dovetail slots on narrow and long workpiece, the machine will obtain much higher productivity. With the equipment of a special vice or dividing head, the machine can be set for processing the end surface and slot with equal distance on cylindrical or rectangular workpiece.
Standard accessories
1. Square box crank: 19x19;
2. Square head wrench: 22x22;
3. Double head wrench: 17x19; 22x24;
4. Hook wrench: 34-36;
5. Hex socket head wrench: 3,4,5,6,8,10
6. Foundation bolts: M16x300;
Technical parameters of MHS350 Mechanical Shaping Machine
Model Unit MHS350
Max shaping length mm 350 (14”)
Max horizontal movement of the table mm 400 (16”)
Max distance between ram bottom and table mm 330 (13”)
Max vertical movement of the table mm 270 (11”)
Dimensions of table top: L x W mm 345x296 (14x12”)
Max stroke of the tool head mm 110 (4.3”)
Number of ram reciprocation per minute Stroke 32, 50, 80, 125/4 steps
Feed range of horizontal table: wheeled round one tooth mm 0.21
Feed range of horizontal table: wheeled round four tooth mm 0.84
Feed range of vertical table: wheeled round one tooth mm 0.18
Feed range of vertical table: wheeled round four tooth mm 0.73
Main motor power kW 1.5
Net weight (approx) kg 1000
Gross weight kg 1200
Machine dimension (L x W x H) mm 1390x860×1455
Packing dimension (L x W x H) mm 1530×930×1370
Applications
MHS350 Mechanical Shaping Machine is designed for shaping plane and formed surfaces. If used for shaping plane surfaces, T-slot and dovetail slots on narrow and long workpiece, the machine will obtain much higher productivity. With the equipment of a special vice or dividing head, the machine can be set for processing the end surface and slot with equal distance on cylindrical or rectangular workpiece.

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What is a Knee Type Milling Machine?

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.

Working Principle

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.

Key Applications

  • Tool & Die Making: Precision molds, jigs, fixtures
  • Prototyping: Rapid part development
  • Maintenance Shops: Equipment repair & part fabrication
  • General Machining: Slotting, drilling, facing, keyway cutting
  • Aerospace & Automotive: Component manufacturing

Distinctive Features & Advantages

  • Vertical Adjustability: Knee movement enables quick workpiece height changes
  • Rigid Construction: Robust cast iron frame ensures stability
  • Manual & CNC Options: Traditional control or computer numerical precision
  • Turret Design (Common): Swiveling milling head for multi-angle machining
  • Wide Workpiece Compatibility: Handles various sizes and shapes

Primary Classifications

  • Vertical Knee Mill: Spindle axis perpendicular to table (most common)
  • Horizontal Knee Mill: Spindle axis parallel to table (for heavy stock removal)
  • Universal Knee Mill: Table swivels for complex angular cuts
  • Turret Mill: Head rotates on turret for flexible positioning

Main Components

  • Base & Column: Primary support structure
  • Knee: Vertically moving saddle supporting the table
  • Saddle & Table: Hold and position the workpiece (X/Y axes)
  • Milling Head: Houses spindle, motor, and quill (Z-axis)
  • Arbor/Spindle: Rotating shaft holding cutting tools
  • Controls: Manual handwheels or CNC interface

Evolution & Industry Significance

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.

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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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