Machine Comparison
EMAG VT 2 vs EMAG VT 4
EMAG vs EMAG · CNC Lathes
Summary
The EMAG VT 2 and the EMAG VT 4 are two sizes of EMAG production lathe for high-volume chucked parts such as gear blanks, bearings and drivetrain components. The EMAG VT 2 turns parts up to 160 mm (6.3 in) in diameter and 400 mm (15.5 in) long; the EMAG VT 4 takes up to 400 mm (15.75 in) in diameter and 630 mm (25 in) long.
The EMAG VT 4 is the larger and stronger machine: 38/29 kW (51/39 hp) against 21/14.1 kW (28/19 hp), 250/200 Nm (184/148 ft-lb) against 130/90 Nm (96/66 ft-lb), 810 mm (32 in) of Z travel against 625 mm (24.5 in), and 395 mm (15.5 in) of X travel against 332 mm (13 in). The EMAG VT 2 spins faster, 6,000 rpm against 4,500 rpm.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | EMAG VT 2 | EMAG VT 4 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 332 mm (13 in) | 395 mm (15.5 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 625 mm (24.5 in) | 810 mm (32 in) ▲ |
| Max Turning Diameter | 160 mm (6.3 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 | 21/14.1 kW (28/19 hp) | 38/29 kW (51/39 hp) ▲ |
| Spindle Torque | 130/90 Nm (96/66 ft-lb) | 250/200 Nm (184/148 ft-lb) ▲ |
| Max Workpiece Length | 400 mm (15.5 in) | 630 mm (25 in) ▲ |
Advantages
EMAG VT 2
- 6,000 rpm spindle against 4,500 rpm
- Compact machine for small chucked parts where floor space matters
EMAG VT 4
- 400 mm (15.75 in) max turning diameter against 160 mm (6.3 in)
- 630 mm (25 in) max workpiece length against 400 mm (15.5 in)
- 38/29 kW (51/39 hp) and 250/200 Nm (184/148 ft-lb) against 21/14.1 kW (28/19 hp) and 130/90 Nm (96/66 ft-lb)
- 810 mm (32 in) Z travel and 395 mm (15.5 in) X travel against 625 mm (24.5 in) and 332 mm (13 in)
Verdict
Choose by part size. The EMAG VT 2 fits small gear blanks, bearings and hub components within 160 mm (6.3 in) diameter, where its 6,000 rpm spindle and compact footprint suit high-volume cells. The EMAG VT 4 fits larger disc-type parts such as ring gears, brake rotors and clutch housings up to 400 mm (15.75 in), where 38/29 kW (51/39 hp) and 250/200 Nm (184/148 ft-lb) are needed for the cut.