Machine Comparison
EMAG VL 2 vs EMAG VL 4
EMAG vs EMAG · CNC Lathes
Summary
The EMAG VL 2 and EMAG VL 4 are pick-up vertical turning centers from the same family, built for automated production of chucked parts. The headline difference is part size: the VL 4 turns up to 200 mm (7.87 in) in diameter against 100 mm (3.94 in) on the VL 2, on a 260 mm chuck against 160 mm.
The VL 4 also has more cutting force, with 25 / 18 kW (33.5 / 24 hp) and 280 / 202 Nm of torque against 18 / 14 kW and 77 / 59 Nm, and it takes workpieces up to 200 mm long against 150 mm. The VL 2 is the faster spindle at 6,000 rpm against 4,500 rpm. Both carry 12 tools.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | EMAG VL 2 | EMAG VL 4 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 650 mm (25.5 in) | 760 mm (30 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 375 mm (15 in) | 415 mm (16.5 in) ▲ |
| Max Turning Diameter | 100 mm (3.94 in) | 200 mm (7.87 in) ▲ |
| Chuck Size | 160 mm (6.5 in) | 260 mm (10 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 6,000 rpm ▲ | 4,500 rpm |
| Spindle Power | 18 / 14 kW (24.5 / 18.5 hp) | 25 / 18 kW (33.5 / 24 hp) ▲ |
| Spindle Torque | 77 / 59 Nm (57 / 43.5 ft-lb) | 280 / 202 Nm (206.5 / 149 ft-lb) ▲ |
| Tool Capacity | 12 | 12 (VDI 40) |
| Max Workpiece Length | 150 mm (6 in) | 200 mm (8 in) ▲ |
Advantages
EMAG VL 2
- 6,000 rpm spindle against 4,500 rpm on the VL 4, suited to small-diameter parts
- Fanuc or Siemens control depending on configuration, where the VL 4 lists Fanuc 31i
- Sized for small chucked parts up to 100 mm (3.94 in) diameter on a 160 mm (6.5 in) chuck
EMAG VL 4
- 200 mm (7.87 in) maximum turning diameter against 100 mm (3.94 in)
- 280 / 202 Nm (206.5 / 149 ft-lb) of spindle torque against 77 / 59 Nm (57 / 43.5 ft-lb)
- 25 / 18 kW (33.5 / 24 hp) spindle against 18 / 14 kW (24.5 / 18.5 hp)
- Workpieces up to 200 mm (8 in) long against 150 mm (6 in), with 760 mm of X travel against 650 mm
Verdict
Pick by part diameter. The VL 2 fits high-volume lines turning small gears, bearing races and valve parts up to 100 mm across, where its 6,000 rpm spindle suits the small diameters. Once parts grow toward 200 mm, such as brake rotors, hubs and larger gear blanks, the VL 4 is the machine, with a 260 mm chuck and 280 / 202 Nm of torque to drive them.