The Haas Automation VF-8SS is an industrial-grade CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMC) powered by the Standard CNC. a top spindle speed of 12,000 RPM, and a 3-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.
Haas VF-8SS: 64 x 40 x 30 in travels, 64 x 36 in table, 12,000 rpm, 1,200 ipm X/Y rapids, 2,000 lb table load. Specs checked against Haas.
| 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 | 12,000 RPM |
| Spindle Motor Rating | 30.0 kW |
| Spindle Taper Interface | CT40 / BT40 / HSK-A63 |
| Table / Platter / Chuck Size | 64 × 36 in (1,626 × 914 mm) |
| Max Table Load Capacity | 2,000 kg |
| Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) | 30 Tool Stations |
| Approx. Machine Weight | 24,800 kg |
| Industrial IoT Protocol | MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP) |
| X-Axis Travel | 64 in (1,626 mm) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 40 in (1,016 mm) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 30 in (762 mm) |
| Spindle Nose To Table Max | 34 in (864 mm) |
| Spindle Nose To Table Min | 4 in (102 mm) |
| Spindle Motor Power | 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 12,000 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 | Coolant Jacket |
| Table Size | 64 × 36 in (1,626 × 914 mm) |
| T Slot Width | 0.626 in to 0.63 in (15.9 mm to 16 mm) |
| T Slot Center Distance | 4.92 in (125 mm) |
| T Slots | 7 |
| Max Table Load | 2,000 lb (907 kg) |
| Max Cutting Feedrate | 833 ipm (21.2 m/min) |
| Rapid Traverse X | 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min) |
| Rapid Traverse Y | 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min) |
| Rapid Traverse Z | 945 ipm (24 m/min) |
| Max Thrust X | 3,400 lbf (15,124 N) |
| Max Thrust Y | 3,400 lbf (15,124 N) |
| Max Thrust Z | 3,400 lbf (15,124 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 Diameter Extra Large Adjacent Empty | 6 in (152 mm) |
| Max Tool Length | 16 in (406 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 | 4 scfm @ 100 psi (113 L/min @ 6.9 bar) |
| Inline Air Hose | 3/8 in |
| Air Coupler | 3/8 in |
| Air Pressure Min | 80 psi (5.5 bar) |
| Electrical Low | 220 VAC 3-phase, 70 A |
| Electrical High | 440 VAC 3-phase, 35 A |
| Shipping Domestic Pallet | 193 × 120 × 130 in (491 × 305 × 331 cm) |
| Shipping Export Crate | 193 × 123 × 134 in (491 × 313 × 341 cm) |
| Machine Weight | 24,800 lb (11,250 kg) |
| Shipping Domestic Pallet With Ec Option | 193 × 120 × 135 in (491 × 305 × 343 cm) |
| Shipping Export Crate With Ec Option | 193 × 123 × 139 in (491 × 313 × 354 cm) |
| Machine Weight With Ec Option | 24,800 lb (11,250 kg) |
| Shipping Domestic Pallet With 50 Plus 1 Smtc | 193 × 120 × 138 in (491 × 305 × 351 cm) |
| Shipping Export Crate With 50 Plus 1 Smtc | 193 × 123 × 142 in (491 × 313 × 361 cm) |
| Machine Weight With 50 Plus 1 Smtc | 24,800 lb (11,250 kg) |
| Shipping Domestic Pallet With Ec Option 50 Plus 1 Smtc | 193 × 120 × 143 in (491 × 305 × 364 cm) |
| Shipping Export Crate With Ec Option 50 Plus 1 Smtc | 193 × 123 × 147 in (491 × 313 × 374 cm) |
| Machine Weight With Ec Option 50 Plus 1 Smtc | 24,800 lb (11,250 kg) |
Haas Automation publishes a list price of US$217,995 for the Haas VF-8SS (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-vf-8ss#price; the request is passed to Haas Automation or an authorised dealer.
Spindle speed, axis speed and table load. The VF-8SS runs 12,000 rpm with 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min) X and Y rapids and a 2,000 lb (907 kg) table load. The VF-8/40 runs 8,100 rpm with 600 ipm (15.2 m/min) rapids and a 4,000 lb (1,814 kg) table load. Travels and the 64 × 36 in (1,626 × 914 mm) table are identical.
It depends on the material. The table is 64 × 36 in (1,626 × 914 mm) and the limit is 2,000 lb (907 kg), so aluminium plate with light workholding fits comfortably while thick steel plate on a full-size fixture may not. Add the fixture, clamps and part before choosing this model over the VF-8/40, which is rated for 4,000 lb (1,814 kg).
The two share the 12,000 rpm spindle, the rapids and the 2,000 lb (907 kg) table load. The VF-8SS has 40 in (1,016 mm) of Y travel and a 64 × 36 in (1,626 × 914 mm) table; the VF-6SS has 32 in (813 mm) of Y and a 64 × 28 in (1,626 × 711 mm) table. The VF-6SS ships at 22,300 lb (10,116 kg) and the VF-8SS at 24,800 lb (11,250 kg).
Haas lists a coolant jacket for spindle cooling and air / oil injection for bearing lubrication. The drive is inline direct-drive, rated 30 hp (22.4 kW) with 90 ft-lbf (122 N·m) at 2,000 rpm and a 12,000 rpm maximum.
Three-phase power at 220 VAC and 70 A, or 440 VAC and 35 A. Compressed air at 4 scfm and 100 psi (113 L/min at 6.9 bar), never below 80 psi (5.5 bar). The coolant tank is 95 gal (360 L). The shipping pallet measures 193 × 120 × 130 in (491 × 305 × 331 cm).
