Machine Comparison
EMAG VL 2 vs EMAG VT 4
EMAG vs EMAG · CNC Lathes
Summary
The EMAG VL 2 and the EMAG VT 4 are both EMAG production lathes for high-volume automotive and bearing parts, but at different sizes. The EMAG VL 2 handles small chucked parts up to 100 mm (3.94 in) turning diameter and 150 mm (6 in) long; the EMAG VT 4 takes parts up to 400 mm (15.75 in) in diameter and 630 mm (25 in) long.
The EMAG VT 4 is the stronger cutter: 38/29 kW (51/39 hp) against 18 / 14 kW (24.5 / 18.5 hp), and 250/200 Nm (184/148 ft-lb) of torque against 77 / 59 Nm (57 / 43.5 ft-lb). It also has 810 mm (32 in) of Z travel against 375 mm (15 in). The EMAG VL 2 spins faster, 6,000 rpm against 4,500 rpm, and has the longer X stroke at 650 mm (25.5 in) against 395 mm (15.5 in).
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | EMAG VL 2 | EMAG VT 4 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 650 mm (25.5 in) ▲ | 395 mm (15.5 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 375 mm (15 in) | 810 mm (32 in) ▲ |
| Max Turning Diameter | 100 mm (3.94 in) | 400 mm (15.75 in) ▲ |
| Chuck Size | 160 mm (6.5 in) | 250 mm (10 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 6,000 rpm ▲ | 4,500 rpm |
| Spindle Power | 18 / 14 kW (24.5 / 18.5 hp) | 38/29 kW (51/39 hp) ▲ |
| Spindle Torque | 77 / 59 Nm (57 / 43.5 ft-lb) | 250/200 Nm (184/148 ft-lb) ▲ |
| Max Workpiece Length | 150 mm (6 in) | 630 mm (25 in) ▲ |
Advantages
EMAG VL 2
- 6,000 rpm spindle against 4,500 rpm for small diameters
- 650 mm (25.5 in) X travel against 395 mm (15.5 in)
- Suited to small chucked parts and hard turning that replaces grinding
EMAG VT 4
- 400 mm (15.75 in) max turning diameter against 100 mm (3.94 in)
- 630 mm (25 in) max workpiece length against 150 mm (6 in)
- 38/29 kW (51/39 hp) and 250/200 Nm (184/148 ft-lb) against 18 / 14 kW and 77 / 59 Nm
- 810 mm (32 in) Z travel against 375 mm (15 in)
Verdict
Pick by part size. The EMAG VL 2 fits small chucked parts such as bearing races, valve seats and small gears, where its 6,000 rpm spindle suits diameters within 100 mm (3.94 in). The EMAG VT 4 fits larger disc-type parts such as brake rotors, ring gears and clutch housings up to 400 mm (15.75 in) in diameter, where its 250/200 Nm (184/148 ft-lb) of torque is needed. Few shops would weigh one against the other for the same part.