Fadal FL-8L Horizontal Turning Center

SpecificationsModelFL-8LChuck size (in.)8Bar capacity (in.)2.59Max. turning diameter (in.)11.8Max. swing over saddle (in.)19.6Max. turning length (in.)23.6Turret typeservoNumber of tools12I.D. maximum tool size (in.)1.25O.D. tool size - square (in.)1Way constructionBoxMax. spindle (RPM)4,200Spindle 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 catcherStandardCoolant PumpStandardAir Pressure required (PSI)90Power requirement at 220V (kVA)25Machine Dimensions LxHxW includes chip conveyor and chip bucket (in.)151 x 85 x 67Machine Weight (lbs.)11,500* optional
• specifications are subject to changeWhat Good Is All That Capability if You Can’t Hold Size?Accuracy is the hallmark of the Classic Series horizontal turning centers from Fadal. From the base up, this lathe was designed to be very stable with good vibration-dampening characteristics. With a 4,200 r.p.m. spindle speed, the FL-8L consistently puts up industry-standard accuracies. The positioning accuracy is two-tenths, with a repeatability accuracy of one-tenth, all day, every day. With heavy ball screws driven by stout axis motors, it is no wonder this machine repeats part after part. Something that probably does not get mentioned enough is this machine's flexibility, with a servo-driven tool turret.Tell Me More, This Is Starting to Sound Pretty Good!Fadal has made their machine with the capability to hold 12 tools. Standard equipment on this Fadal FL-8L reads like the Who’s Who of desirable features, things like the chip conveyer, tool pre-setter, programmable tail stock, both body and quill, and many other features too numerous to mention here.What we will mention is the fact that this CNC lathe starts with a well-studied and masterfully executed design, deep down low where a steady lathe needs it most. Fadal’s proven FL-8L starts with a massive cast base which results in an overall machine weight of well in excess of 11,500 pounds. The lathe's movement is controlled by heavy box-type ways which are a proven and accurate method of machine movement. Amidst all of this discussion about machine capabilities, not much has been mentioned about the Fadal 64LP CNC controller that comes standard on all Classic Series CNC lathes currently available.Fadal’s FL-8L Classic Series horizontal turning centers produce quality parts at an affordable price, and that was the company's design objective from the onset. Their rigid CNC lathes are designed for machine shops and tool rooms or any company that could use an affordable high quality machine tool. If your company requires a dependable but affordable CNC lathe to increase productivity, your search is over. The FL-8L features comes standard with the Fadal 64LP CNC controller, which is easy to learn and operate. It has a maximum turning diameter of 11.8” with a 23.6” maximum turning length. If your need is for a medium diameter CNC lathe around 12-inch diameter, with a longer working length, we have the machine for you.Where Do I Go, Who Do I Call?When the owners of Buds Machine Tools sat down with the management staff of Fadal Engineering to discuss the potential of a mutual working relationship between the companies, what followed was a rough reiteration of Fadal’s mission statement. Jorgenson is dedicated to bringing high quality machine tools to its customers in the Inter-Mountain West, and now offers Fadal's line-up of CNC mills and lathes to customers in Utah, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming.Buds Machine Tools is a family-owned company that has been in operation for two generations. With 50 years of experience as a master supplier of chip-making machines as well as metal fabrication equipment, Buds Machine Tools is dedicated to servicing their customers. When you purchase equipment from Jorgenson Machine, you’re buying more than just machinery, you’re buying our knowledge and dedicated customer support. Regardless if the machine you purchase from Jorgenson is new or used, we support you the exact same way, the only way we know. That’s why we say: Buds Machine Tools, “Strong on Service.”