The Mazak VC-Ez 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.
Mazak VC-Ez series: five CAT No.40 vertical machining centers, 12,000 rpm, 30 tools, X travel 30 in (762 mm) to 64.17 in (1,630 mm).
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | Mazak (Japan) |
| 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 Taper Interface | CAT No.40 |
| Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) | 30 Tool Stations |
| Industrial IoT Protocol | MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP) |
| Models In Series | 5 models: VC-Ez 16, VC-Ez 20, VC-Ez 20 2PC, VC-Ez 26, VC-Ez 32 |
| Spindle Taper | CAT No.40 |
| Max Spindle Speed | 12,000 rpm |
| Spindle Motor 5min Rating | 18 kW (25 HP) (5 min. Rating) to 18.5 kW (25 HP) (5 min. Rating) |
| Tool Capacity | 30 tools |
| X-Axis Travel | 30 in (762 mm) to 64.17 in (1,630 mm) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 16.14 in (410 mm) to 32.08 in (815 mm) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 20.08 in (510 mm) to 30.12 in (765 mm) |
Our best estimate for the Mazak VC-Ez is $75,000 - $110,000. This is an estimate for a vertical machining centers (vmc) in this class, not a quote from Yamazaki Mazak; configuration, tooling, automation and installation move the final price substantially. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/mazak-vc-ez#price; the request is passed to Yamazaki Mazak or an authorised dealer.
Mazak lists five: VC-Ez 16, VC-Ez 20, VC-Ez 20 2PC, VC-Ez 26 and VC-Ez 32. All use a CAT No.40 spindle at 12,000 rpm. Across them X travel runs from 30 in (762 mm) to 64.17 in (1,630 mm), Y from 16.14 in (410 mm) to 32.08 in (815 mm) and Z from 20.08 in (510 mm) to 30.12 in (765 mm).
The VC-Ez 16 has 30 in (762 mm) of X, 16.14 in (410 mm) of Y and 20.08 in (510 mm) of Z, with a 37.4 in (950 mm) × 14.17 in (360 mm) table. The VC-Ez 20 has 41.34 in (1,050 mm) of X, 20.08 in (510 mm) of Y and 25 in (635 mm) of Z, with a 49.21 in (1,250 mm) × 19.37 in (492 mm) table. Both list the same 12,000 rpm CAT No.40 spindle and 30 tools.
The VC-Ez 26 has 50 in (1,270 mm) × 25.98 in (660 mm) × 25 in (635 mm) of travel and a 55.12 in (1,400 mm) × 24.02 in (610 mm) table. The VC-Ez 32 has 64.17 in (1,630 mm) × 32.08 in (815 mm) × 30.12 in (765 mm) of travel and a table listed at 64.17 in (1,630 mm) × 28.35 in (720 mm).
The series table gives 18 kW (25 HP) to 18.5 kW (25 HP) on a 5 min. rating, at up to 12,000 rpm. That is a short-term rating. No continuous power and no torque figure appear in the series table, so ask for the power and torque curve if the work involves long roughing cuts.
The series uses Hybrid MX Roller Guideway Systems on all linear axes. Mazak says they offer more surface contact for greater load capacity, higher positioning accuracy than boxways, nearly twice the rapid traverse rate and less contamination of the coolant. The spindle is thermally controlled, and castings and ambient conditions are monitored so the axes can be adjusted.
On travel they are close in X and Y: the VC-Ez 20 has 41.34 in (1,050 mm) × 20.08 in (510 mm) and the FJV-250 has 40.16 in (1,020 mm) × 20.08 in (510 mm). Z is 25 in (635 mm) on the VC-Ez 20 and 18.11 in (460 mm) on the FJV-250. Both run to 12,000 rpm with 30 tools; the VC-Ez 20 uses CAT No.40 and the FJV-250 is listed with BT40.
