The Tormach 1100M is an industrial-grade CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMC) powered by the PathPilot (LinuxCNC based). It offers working travels of 457 x 279 x 413 mm, a top spindle speed of 7,500 RPM, and a 3-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.
The Tormach 1100M is an accessible compact CNC mill designed for R&D prototyping, inventors, light production, and engineering education.
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | Tormach (United States) |
| Machine Type | CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMC) |
| CNC Controller System | PathPilot (LinuxCNC based) |
| Number of Controlled Axes | 3-Axis Simultaneous / Positioning |
| X-Axis Travel | 457 mm |
| Y-Axis Travel | 279 mm |
| Z-Axis Travel | 413 mm |
| Maximum Spindle Speed | 7,500 RPM |
| Spindle Motor Rating | 1.5 kW |
| Spindle Taper Interface | TTS / BT30 |
| Table / Platter / Chuck Size | 864 x 241 mm |
| Max Table Load Capacity | 227 kg |
| Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) | 10 Tool Stations |
| Rapid Traverse Rate | 7.6 m/min |
| Approx. Machine Weight | 725 kg |
| Industrial IoT Protocol | MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP) |
| X Travel | 457 mm (18 in) |
| Y Travel | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Z Travel | 413 mm (16.25 in) |
| Table Size | 864 x 241 mm |
| Max Table Load | 227 kg |
| Spindle Speed | 7,500 RPM |
| Spindle Power | 1.5 kW (2 hp) |
| Power Required | Single-Phase 230V 20A |
| Machine Weight | 725 kg |
Yes, with proper speeds, feeds, carbide tooling, and flood coolant, the cast iron frame of the 1100M cuts 304/316 stainless steel, tool steels, and Grade 5 titanium reliably.
