The Haas Automation VF-1 is an industrial-grade CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMC) powered by the Haas Classic / NextGen. It offers working travels of 508 x 406 x 508 mm, a top spindle speed of 8,100 RPM, and a 3-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.
The Haas VF-1 is the historic entry point of the legendary VF-series. Compact footprint with full-size CAT 40 spindle performance, proven across tens of thousands of machine shops worldwide.
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | Haas Automation (United States) |
| Machine Type | CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMC) |
| CNC Controller System | Haas Classic / NextGen |
| Number of Controlled Axes | 3-Axis Simultaneous / Positioning |
| X-Axis Travel | 508 mm |
| Y-Axis Travel | 406 mm |
| Z-Axis Travel | 508 mm |
| Maximum Spindle Speed | 8,100 RPM |
| Spindle Motor Rating | 14.9 kW |
| Spindle Taper Interface | CAT 40 |
| Table / Platter / Chuck Size | 660 x 356 mm |
| Max Table Load Capacity | 454 kg |
| Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) | 20 Tool Stations |
| Rapid Traverse Rate | 25.4 m/min |
| Approx. Machine Weight | 3,311 kg |
| Industrial IoT Protocol | MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP) |
| Travel X | 508 mm |
| Travel Y | 406 mm |
| Travel Z | 508 mm |
| Table Size | 660 x 356 mm |
| Spindle Speed | 8,100 RPM |
| Spindle Taper | CAT 40 |
| Machine Weight | 3,311 kg |
Haas introduced the original VF-1 in 1988 at IMTS as the Very First CNC mill built by Gene Haas, starting a revolution in affordable American machine tools.
