Machine Comparison
Haas VF-2 vs Haas VF-3
Haas Automation vs Haas Automation · Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)
Summary
The Haas VF-3 is the next size up from the Haas VF-2, and the step buys room and nothing else. Both vertical machining centers carry the same 30 hp (22.4 kW), 8,100 rpm spindle, the same 20-tool changer with a 4.2 s tool change, and the same 1,000 ipm (25.4 m/min) rapids.
The Haas VF-3 travels 40 x 20 x 25 in (1,016 x 508 x 635 mm) against 30 x 16 x 20 in (762 x 406 x 508 mm), on a 48 × 18 in table against 36 × 14 in, and it is rated for 3,500 lb (1,588 kg) against 3,000 lb (1,361 kg). It is also the heavier machine, 11,720 lb (5,316 kg) against 7,800 lb (3,539 kg). Haas lists the Haas VF-2 at US$70,995 and the Haas VF-3 at US$87,995.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Haas VF-2 | Haas VF-3 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 30 in (762 mm) | 40 in (1,016 mm) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 16 in (406 mm) | 20 in (508 mm) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 20 in (508 mm) | 25 in (635 mm) ▲ |
| Table Size | 36 × 14 in (914 × 356 mm) | 48 × 18 in (1,219 × 457 mm) |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 3,000 lb (1,361 kg) | 3,500 lb (1,588 kg) ▲ |
| Max Spindle Speed | 8,100 rpm | 8,100 rpm |
| Spindle Power | 30 hp (22.4 kW) | 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
| Spindle Torque | 90 ft-lbf @ 2,000 rpm (122 N·m @ 2,000 rpm) | 90 ft-lbf @ 2,000 rpm (122 N·m @ 2,000 rpm) |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | CT40 / BT40 / HSK-A63 | CT40 / BT40 / HSK-A63 |
| Tool Capacity | 20 | 20 |
| Tool Change (tool-to-tool) | 4.2 s | 4.2 s |
| Chip-to-Chip Time | 4.5 s | 4.5 s |
| Rapid Traverse | 1,000 ipm (25.4 m/min) | 1,000 ipm (25.4 m/min) |
| Machine Weight | 7,800 lb (3,539 kg) | 11,720 lb (5,316 kg) |
| Published List Price | US$70,995 | US$87,995 |
Advantages
Haas VF-2
- Lower published list price: US$70,995 against US$87,995
- Lighter machine to rig and place: 7,800 lb (3,539 kg) against 11,720 lb (5,316 kg)
Haas VF-3
- 40 in (1,016 mm) of X travel against 30 in (762 mm)
- 20 in (508 mm) of Y and 25 in (635 mm) of Z against 16 in (406 mm) and 20 in (508 mm)
- 48 × 18 in (1,219 × 457 mm) table against 36 × 14 in (914 × 356 mm)
- 3,500 lb (1,588 kg) table rating against 3,000 lb (1,361 kg)
Verdict
Decide by the largest part and the number of vises, because the cutting performance is identical. The Haas VF-3 is the choice for plate and bar work up to 40 in long, a row of vises on the 48 in table, or tall parts that need 25 in of Z. The Haas VF-2 does the same work on parts inside 30 x 16 x 20 in, at a list price of US$70,995, and suits a first machine or a shop that is short of floor.