Fadal FL-8 Horizontal Turning Center
CNC Metal LathesFadal FL-8Horizontal Turning CenterMax. turning dia. and length: 11.8"/15.75"The new Fadal CNC horizontal machining center's performance speaks for itself. With as many standard features as these machines can boast, the situation tends to get really interesting when we unveil the incredibly competitive price.The following is an excerpt from Fadal’s own website that we think says it best: “Fadal’s FL-8 Classic Series user-friendly, horizontal turning centers produce quality parts at an affordable price. Our rigid CNC lathes are designed for machine shops and tool rooms that require a dependable but affordable CNC lathe to increase their productivity. The FL-8 features the Fadal 64LP CNC controller as standard issue for every Classic Series horizontal machining center."
SpecificationsModelFL-8Chuck size (in.)8Bar capacity (in.)2.05Max. turning diameter (in.)11.8Max. swing over saddle (in.)19.6Max. turning length (in.)15.7Turret typeservoNumber of tools12I.D. maximum tool size (in.)1.25O.D. tool size - square (in.)1Way constructionBoxMax. spindle (RPM)4,800Spindle noseA2-6Spindle power - peak (hp)20Axis drive motors X-axis (hp)2.4Axis drive motors Z-axis (hp)2.4Ballscrew diameter X-axis (mm.)32Ballscrew diameter Z-axis (mm.)40Rapid traverse rate (ipm)1,181Cutting feed rate (ipm)394Accuracy positioning (in.)0.0002Accuracy repeatabililty (in.)0.0001Programmable tailstockBody & QuillQuill diameter (in.)2.75Tailstock quill travel (in.)3.14Chip conveyor w/ chip bucketStandardTool presetterStandardParts catcherStandardRigid tappingStandardBarfeeder interfaceStandardCoolant PumpStandardAir Pressure required (PSI)90Power requirement at 220V (kVA)25Machine Dimensions LxHxW includes chip conveyor and chip bucket (in.)143 x 74 x 63Machine Weight (lbs.)9,950* optional
• specifications are subject to changeThe Benefits of Fadal’s Classic Series of CNC LathesThe FL-8 machine is just about right in the middle of Fadal's Classic Series machines. At 11.8 x 15.75 capacity, it becomes obvious this CNC turning center can handle man-sized parts (with all due respect ladies). With 2.08-inch capacity thru the spindle, many smaller parts can be bar feed to the FL-8. This has been made easier because the LP CNC controller (which comes standard on the machine) has a bar-feeder interface already available within the controller — all standard equipment.At the business end of the FL-8 we are well-situated. The main spindle motor is 20 horse power with axis drive motors approaching 2.5 horse. The top spindle speed is 4800 r.p.m. with traverse rates and cutting rates that are literally off the charts. The list goes on, but we are constrained by available space on this page. Suffice it to say, these CNC lathes are the best machine-to-dollar investment any size company could make. This is the philosophy of both Fadal Engineering as well as Buds Machine Tools. Where Can You Get This Kind of Productivity?The short answer, at Buds Machine Tools. We are the Fadal authorized dealer for the northern part of the Mountain Time Zone, specifically Montana, Idaho, Wyoming and Utah. Located in Salt Lake City for the last 50 years, we have been in the business of selling, installing and supporting metal fabrication and chip-making machines. We have the service support to keep your machine tool new or used, running to your complete satisfaction. Buds Machine Tools is the company that cares. That’s why we say: Buds Machine Tools, “Strong on Service.”