Machine Comparison
PAMA Speedmat 3000 vs PAMA Speedram 2
PAMA vs PAMA · CNC Boring Machines
Summary
The PAMA Speedmat 3000 and PAMA Speedram 2 are both PAMA boring machines on the Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl, but they serve different jobs. The Speedmat 3000 has fixed travels of 2,500 x 2,000 x 1,800 mm and a 12,000 kg (26,455 lb) table load. The Speedram 2 is configurable, with 3,000 - 10,000 mm of X travel, 2,500 mm (98.4 in) of Y and up to 60,000 kg (132,277 lb) on floor plates.
The Speedram 2 has the stronger spindle, 37 kW (50 HP) against 30 kW (40 HP). The Speedmat 3000 is faster at 5 - 4,000 RPM against 5 - 3,000 RPM. Tools are listed as 60 tools standard (120 optional) on the Speedmat and 60-120 tools (configurable) on the Speedram. The Speedmat weighs 35,000 kg (77,162 lb) against 75 T.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | PAMA Speedmat 3000 | PAMA Speedram 2 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 2,500 mm (98.4 in) | 3,000 - 10,000 mm (118 - 394 in), configurable ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 2,000 mm (78.7 in) | 2,500 mm (98.4 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 1,800 mm (70.9 in) | 1,500 - 3,000 mm (59.1 - 118 in), configurable ▲ |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 12,000 kg (26,455 lb) | Up to 60,000 kg (132,277 lb) on floor plates |
| Max Spindle Speed | 5 - 4,000 RPM ▲ | 5 - 3,000 RPM |
| Spindle Power | 30 kW (40 HP) | 37 kW (50 HP) ▲ |
| Tool Capacity | 60 tools standard (120 optional) | 60-120 tools (configurable) ▲ |
| Control | Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl | Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl |
| Machine Weight | 35,000 kg (77,162 lb) | 75 T |
Advantages
PAMA Speedmat 3000
- 4,000 RPM top spindle speed against 3,000 RPM
- Fixed 2,500 x 2,000 x 1,800 mm envelope with a 12,000 kg (26,455 lb) table for families of similar parts
- Lighter machine at 35,000 kg (77,162 lb) against 75 T
PAMA Speedram 2
- X travel configurable from 3,000 - 10,000 mm (118 - 394 in) against 2,500 mm (98.4 in)
- Up to 60,000 kg (132,277 lb) of workpiece on floor plates against a 12,000 kg table
- 37 kW (50 HP) spindle against 30 kW (40 HP)
- Y travel of 2,500 mm (98.4 in) against 2,000 mm (78.7 in)
Verdict
Choose by part size. The PAMA Speedram 2 is for large turbine casings, mining castings, ship engine parts and weldments that need configurable X travel up to 10,000 mm and floor-plate loads up to 60,000 kg. The PAMA Speedmat 3000 is for gearboxes, pump casings and valve bodies within a 2,500 x 2,000 x 1,800 mm envelope, where its 4,000 RPM spindle suits production boring.