Vertical machining center V1165 and horizontal machining center are common classifications of machining centers. The basic functions of the vertical and horizontal are similar, and both focus on milling. However, there are differences between the two. Many customers and friends do not know how to compare and choose when purchasing. Next, the editor will introduce you to the difference between the two, hoping to help you choose a better model.
Difference 1: Spindle structure
The spindle of the vertical machining center is vertical.
The main shaft of the horizontal machining center is horizontal.
Difference 2: Column structure
The column of a vertical machining center generally does not move, and is generally made as thick as possible in order to pursue rigidity. There are also movable-column vertical machining centers. The worktable of the movable-column vertical machining center only moves in the X or Y direction, and the column will move in the Y or X direction accordingly. This design method has higher power requirements for the drive motor of the column. .
The column of the horizontal machining center must be a moving column, the vertical T-shaped horizontal machining center column moves along the X direction, and the inverted T-shaped horizontal machining center column moves along the Z direction. The structure of the movable column requires that the column must be as light as possible under the premise of satisfying rigidity. Foreign machining centers often use steel plate welded structures to solve such problems.
Difference three: operating conditions
The vertical machining center is easy to install, easy to operate, easy to observe the processing situation, and easy to debug the program.
The workpieces processed by horizontal machining centers are generally relatively large, with a high degree of integration, difficult to clamp, difficult to monitor the processing process, and relatively difficult to operate and debug.
Difference 4: Workbench
The worktable of the vertical machining center is generally a T-slot worktable with a cross slide structure. There are two sets of motion mechanisms responsible for the vertical movement of the worktable. The X-feeding worktable is covered by the Y-feeding guide rail. superior.
The worktable of the horizontal machining center only moves in the X or Y direction. The worktable is generally a rotary worktable with a dot matrix screw hole table, and it is relatively easy to choose an interchangeable double worktable.
Difference five: chip removal status during processing
When the vertical machining center is processing the cavity or the concave surface, the chips are not easy to be discharged. In severe cases, it will damage the tool and destroy the machined surface, which affects the smooth progress of the processing. Chenghai CNC reminds you to pay special attention to the installation of tools and the clamping of workpieces.
The horizontal machining center is easy to remove chips during machining, and the machining condition is relatively ideal.
Difference six: processing object
The vertical machining center is limited by the height of the column and the tool changer, and cannot process too high parts. It is suitable for processing disk, sleeve, and plate parts. The volume of the processed workpiece is relatively small. If you want to realize the side processing of the workpiece, you must add an angle Head or CNC turntable. For example, a rotary table that rotates along a horizontal axis is installed on the worktable, which can be used to process spiral parts.
The horizontal machining center can complete the processing of the remaining four surfaces except the mounting surface and the top surface after one clamping. It is most suitable for processing box parts. After installing the angle head, it can realize pentahedral processing.
Difference Seven: Price
The price issue is also a concern for customers and friends. The horizontal machining center is more complex than the vertical machining center in terms of processing technology and structure. There are relatively few manufacturers capable of producing horizontal machining centers, and the price of horizontal machining centers with the same processing range is twice as high as that of vertical machining centers.
The above is the basic distinction between vertical machining centers and horizontal machining centers. We have chosen our excellence in quality and diligent service; the more formal the after-sales and service of enterprises, the better we must do for the Chinese machine tool field. A contribution.
