The Brother TC-R2A is an industrial-grade CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMC) powered by the Brother CNC-C00. a top spindle speed of 0 RPM, and a 3-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.
Brother TC-R2A: two-pallet BT30 tapping center, 500 x 300 x 250 mm travels, 10,000 RPM spindle, 21-tool ATC, 4.0 sec pallet change, CNC-C00 control.
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | Brother (Japan) |
| Machine Type | CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMC) |
| CNC Controller System | Brother CNC-C00 |
| Number of Controlled Axes | 3-Axis Simultaneous / Positioning |
| Spindle Taper Interface | BT30 |
| Approx. Machine Weight | 2,400 kg |
| Industrial IoT Protocol | MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP) |
| X Y Z Travel | 500 x 300 x 250 mm (19.7 x 11.8 x 9.8 in) |
| Spindle Speed | 10,000 RPM (16,000 RPM optional) |
| Spindle Motor | 3.7 kW (5.0 HP) |
| Spindle Taper | BT30 |
| Rapid Traverse X Y Z | 50 / 50 / 50 m/min (1,969 IPM) |
| Tool Changer Capacity | 21-tool ATC |
| Tool To Tool Time | 0.9 sec |
| Pallet Configuration | 2-pallet automatic changer |
| Pallet Size | 500 x 300 mm (19.7 x 11.8 in) |
| Pallet Index Time | approx. 4.0 sec |
| Max Pallet Load | 80 kg per pallet (176 lb) |
| Positioning Accuracy | +/- 0.004 mm |
| Repeatability | +/- 0.002 mm |
| CNC Control | Brother CNC-C00 |
| Machine Weight | approx. 2,400 kg (5,291 lb) |
| Footprint | 1,600 x 2,200 mm (63.0 x 86.6 in) |
Our best estimate for the Brother TC-R2A is $80,000 - $120,000. This is an estimate for a vertical machining centers (vmc) in this class, not a quote from Brother Industries; configuration, tooling, automation and installation move the final price substantially. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/brother-tc-r2a#price; the request is passed to Brother Industries or an authorised dealer.
It lets the operator load and unload one 500 x 300 mm (19.7 x 11.8 in) pallet while the other is being machined. The listed pallet index time is approx. 4.0 sec, so part changes take little spindle time. Each pallet is rated for 80 kg (176 lb).
A BT30 spindle running to 10,000 RPM, with 16,000 RPM listed as an option, driven by a 3.7 kW (5.0 HP) motor. That suits drilling, tapping and light milling of small parts; heavy roughing would be limited by the motor rating.
The listed figures give a 21-tool ATC with a tool-to-tool time of 0.9 sec. When the two pallets carry different jobs, those 21 pockets have to hold the tools for both, so plan the tool list before splitting work across pallets.
The listed footprint is 1,600 x 2,200 mm (63.0 x 86.6 in) and the weight approx. 2,400 kg (5,291 lb). Because this model is not on Brother's current pages, confirm the dimensions and the electrical and air needs on the machine itself before planning the installation.
