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What is a large CNC portal milling machine used for?
A CNC portal milling machine is ideal for heavy machining of large parts in metallurgy and toolmaking. The FP - 4000 CM X 1.500 works with a useful area of 157x59 inches (4000x1500mm), perfect for machining engine blocks, large cylinder heads, machine bases and metal structures. Its table supports up to 13,200 lb (6 tons) distributed, allowing work on bulky parts that don't fit in conventional milling machines. CNC control guarantees industrial precision even on large parts.
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What is the travel and capacity of the FP-4000 portal milling machine?
The FP - 4000 CM X 1.500 portal milling machine has longitudinal travel of 157 inches (4000mm), transversal of 59 inches (1500mm) and variable vertical from 6 to 33 inches (150 to 850mm). The spindle head develops 15hp with rotations from 100 to 3000rpm in two ranges. Rapid feeds reach 1,970 FPM (10 m/min) in all three axes. The useful table measures 157x39 inches (4000x1000mm) and supports 13,200 lb (6 tons). Uses FAGOR 8037 control and ISO 50 taper, ideal for machining large parts with high precision.
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What size parts fit in the CNC portal milling machine?
The FP - 4000 CM X 1.500 table accepts parts up to 157x39 inches (4000x1000mm) base, with variable height from 6 to 33 inches (150 to 850mm) between spindle and table. Maximum weight is 13,200 lb (6 tons) distributed. This allows machining V8 and V12 blocks, truck cylinder heads, press bases, large molds and welded structures. The 157-inch (4 meter) X-axis travel accommodates even long parts like lathe beds and industrial machine ways.
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Difference between CNC portal milling machine and conventional milling machine?
The CNC portal milling machine has a gantry structure that allows machining much larger parts than a conventional milling machine. While normal milling machines work parts up to 39 inches (1000mm), the FP - 4000 CM X 1.500 accepts up to 157 inches (4000mm). CNC control automates operations, eliminating need for skilled manual milling operators. The fixed table supports 13,200 lb (6 tons) versus typical 1,100 lb (500kg) of universal milling machines. Ideal for shops that expanded to large engines and structural parts.
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How does the CNC portal milling process work?
The operator secures the part on the 157x39 inch (4000x1000mm) table and programs coordinates in the FAGOR 8037 control. The spindle head moves automatically in X, Y and Z axes according to the program, removing material with tools in the ISO 50 taper. Rotations vary from 100 to 3000rpm in two ranges. The 185-gallon (700 liter) coolant system maintains controlled temperature. The FP - 4000 CM X 1.500 allows continuous machining without manual part repositioning.
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What maintenance does a CNC portal milling machine need?
The FP - 4000 CM X 1.500 has automatic lubrication of linear guides, reducing maintenance. The 185-gallon (700 liter) coolant tank should be cleaned monthly and oil changed according to use. Telescopic and accordion covers protect the guides from chips. The spindle head nitrogen accumulator requires semi-annual pressure verification. Preventive maintenance of FAGOR control and periodic calibration guarantee precision for many years of heavy operation.
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CNC Portal Milling Machine FP-4000 CM X 1500 FP - 4000 CM X 1.500: how much does it cost?
The FP - 4000 CM X 1.500 is quoted on demand, and pricing varies with each customer's needs, including accessories, tooling and optional features. With in-house technology developed by Chinelatto in Brazil since 1962, you can count on responsive support from our technical team. Spare parts: many are kept in stock and the others are manufactured within a reasonable lead time. Request a quote at
chinelatto.com.br/contact — our sales team will contact you very soon.