The Fadal VMC 3016 is a vertical machining center with the following standard specifications:

Travel & Capacity

• X-Axis Travel: 30 inches (762 mm)
• Y-Axis Travel: 16 inches (406 mm)
• Z-Axis Travel: 20 inches (508 mm; optional 28" available on select models)
• Table Size: 39" x 16" (991 mm x 406 mm)
• Maximum Weight on Table: Up to 2,736 lbs (varies by year/configuration, some early models rated at 1,000 lbs)
• T-Slots: 3 x 0.562" x 4.33"

Spindle

• Spindle Taper: CAT 40 / CT-40
• Spindle Speed: Typically 75 to 10,000 RPM (some variants and older/L models run at 7,500 RPM)
• Main Motor: 15 HP (peak/vector options go up to ~22 HP on FX models)

Tool Changer

• Type: Bi-directional automatic carousel / umbrella tool changer
• Magazine Capacity: 21 tools
• Max Tool Diameter: 3 inches
• Max Tool Length: 15 inches
• Max Tool Weight: 15 lbs

Performance & Accuracy

• Rapid Traverse Rates: 700 to 1,000 IPM (Inches Per Minute) depending on the drive/control package
• Cutting Feed Rate: 0.01 – 400 IPM
• Axis Positioning Accuracy: ±0.0002"
• Axis Repeatability: ±0.0001"

CNC Controls

• Commonly paired with Fadal CNC 88HS, Fadal 32MP, or Fadal Multiprocessor (MP) controls