The Haas Automation VC-400 is an industrial-grade CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMC) powered by the Standard CNC. a top spindle speed of 8,100 RPM, and a 3-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.
Haas VC-400: pallet-changing VMC with two 22 x 14.5 in (559 x 368 mm) pallets, 15 s pallet change, 22 x 16 x 20 in travels, 8,100 rpm 30 hp.
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | Haas Automation (United States) |
| Machine Type | CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMC) |
| CNC Controller System | Standard CNC |
| Number of Controlled Axes | 3-Axis Simultaneous / Positioning |
| Maximum Spindle Speed | 8,100 RPM |
| Spindle Motor Rating | 30.0 kW |
| Spindle Taper Interface | CT40 / BT40 / HSK-A63 |
| Table / Platter / Chuck Size | 22 × 14.5 in (559 × 368 mm) |
| Max Table Load Capacity | 880 kg |
| Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) | 30 Tool Stations |
| Approx. Machine Weight | 17,520 kg |
| Industrial IoT Protocol | MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP) |
| X-Axis Travel | 22 in (559 mm) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 16 in (406 mm) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 20 in (508 mm) |
| Spindle Nose To Table Max | 24 in (610 mm) |
| Spindle Nose To Table Min | 4 in (102 mm) |
| Spindle Motor Power | 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 8,100 rpm |
| Spindle Torque | 90 ft-lbf @ 2,000 rpm (122 N·m @ 2,000 rpm) |
| Spindle Drive | Inline Direct-Drive |
| Spindle Taper | CT40 / BT40 / HSK-A63 |
| Spindle Bearing Lubrication | Air / Oil Injection |
| Spindle Cooling | Liquid Cooled |
| Table Size | 22 × 14.5 in (559 × 368 mm) |
| T Slot Width | 0.626 in to 0.63 in (15.9 mm to 16 mm) |
| T Slot Center Distance | 2.76 in (70 mm) |
| T Slots | 3 |
| Max Table Load | 880 lb (399 kg) |
| Pallets | 2 |
| Pallet Size | 22 × 14.5 in (559 × 368 mm) |
| Max Pallet Load | 880 lb (399 kg) |
| Pallet Max Part Diameter | 22.5 in (572 mm) |
| Pallet Max Part Height | 20 in (508 mm) |
| Pallet Max Pallet Load With Pallet Pool | 500 lb (227 kg) |
| Pallet Change Time | 15 s |
| Max Cutting Feedrate | 500 ipm (12.7 m/min) |
| Rapid Traverse | 800 ipm (20.3 m/min) |
| Max Thrust X | 3,380 lbf (15,035 N) |
| Max Thrust Y | 3,380 lbf (15,035 N) |
| Max Thrust Z | 3,380 lbf (15,035 N) |
| Tool Changer Type | SMTC |
| Tool Capacity | 30+1 |
| Max Tool Diameter | 2.5 in (64 mm) |
| Max Tool Diameter Adjacent Empty | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Max Tool Length | 12 in (305 mm) |
| Max Tool Weight | 12 lb (5.4 kg) |
| Tool To Tool | 2.3 s |
| Chip To Chip | 3.2 s |
| Coolant Capacity | 95 gal (360 L) |
| Air Required | 9 scfm @ 100 psi (255 L/min @ 6.9 bar) |
| Inline Air Hose | 1/2 in |
| Air Coupler | 1/2 in |
| Air Pressure Min | 100 psi (6.9 bar) |
| Electrical Low | 220 VAC 3-phase, 70 A |
| Electrical High | 440 VAC 3-phase, 35 A |
| Shipping Domestic Pallet | 201.8 × 100 × 124 in (512 × 254 × 315 cm) |
| Shipping Export Pallet | 181 × 95.5 × 96 in (460 × 243 × 244 cm) |
| Machine Weight | 17,520 lb (7,947 kg) |
Haas Automation publishes a list price of US$167,995 for the Haas VC-400 (verified 2026-10-02). Options, tooling, freight and installation are extra, so a dealer quote will differ. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/haas-vc-400#price; the request is passed to Haas Automation or an authorised dealer.
The machine has 2 pallets, each 22 × 14.5 in (559 × 368 mm). One is in the work area while the other is outside it, so finished parts can be removed and new stock clamped during the cut. Haas gives 15 s for the pallet change and lists hydraulic pallet clamping as a feature. A pallet pool is available as an option.
Haas lists a maximum part diameter of 22.5 in (572 mm) and a maximum part height of 20 in (508 mm). Axis travels are 22 in (559 mm) in X, 16 in (406 mm) in Y and 20 in (508 mm) in Z, and the spindle nose runs from 4 in (102 mm) to 24 in (610 mm) above the table.
The table states a maximum pallet load of 880 lb (399 kg), matching the table-load row. A further pallet row shows 500 lb (227 kg). Ask Haas which figure applies to the configuration being quoted, and count the fixture, clamps and part together against it.
Speed. The VC-400 has an 8,100 rpm spindle, 800 ipm (20.3 m/min) rapids and a 500 ipm (12.7 m/min) cutting feedrate. The VC-400SS has 12,000 rpm, 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min) and 833 ipm (21.2 m/min). Travels, pallets, the 30 hp (22.4 kW) rating and the 17,520 lb (7,947 kg) weight are the same on the VC-400 and the VC-400SS.
Three-phase power at 220 VAC and 70 A or at 440 VAC and 35 A. Compressed air at 9 scfm and 100 psi (255 L/min at 6.9 bar), with 100 psi (6.9 bar) as the minimum, through a 1/2 in hose and coupler. The coolant tank takes 95 gal (360 L).
