Chevalier Machinery CNC Grinding Machines

Chevalier FMG-B1224

Specs verified 2026-10-05 · chevalierusa.com Updated 2026-10-05

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Key Specifications

Table Size

11.8 in x 23.6 in (300 x 600 mm)

Spindle Power

15 hp (11 kW)

control

15" SMART iControl

grinding length

24.0 in (610 mm)

grinding width

12.0 in (305 mm)

distance table to wheel centerline

23.2 in (590 mm)

How much does the Chevalier FMG-B1224 cost?

Price estimate

Uncertain

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Overview

The Chevalier FMG-B1224 is a traveling column CNC surface and profile grinder with a 24.0 in (610 mm) by 12.0 in (305 mm) grinding area. On this design the column carries the wheelhead across the work, so the table only moves lengthwise and its 11.8 in x 23.6 in (300 x 600 mm) surface stays supported under the wheel at every cross position.

The axes are quick for a grinder. Table speed runs from 0 to 82 fpm, the cross axis feeds at 0 to 13 fpm (0 to 4,000 mm/min) and the wheelhead moves vertically at 0 to 12.5 fpm (0 to 3,800 mm/min). Travels are 28 in (710 mm) along the table, 13.7 in (350 mm) across and 17.7 in (450 mm) vertically. The table sits 32 in (810 mm) above the floor, which matters for loading by hand or by a robot.

A 15 hp (11 kW) motor turns the spindle between 600 and 3,600 rpm, with a wheel of Ø16 in x 2 in x Ø5 in. The control is Chevalier's own 15" SMART iControl, which the maker describes as conversational programming that does away with complicated program codes.

The FMG-B1640 is the larger machine of the pair and the one Chevalier says can be equipped with continuous dressing (CDCG). The FMG-B1224 is the choice when the parts fit a 300 x 600 mm table and the 926 lb (420 kg) load limit. It weighs 10,141 lb (4,600 kg) and takes 122 in x 153 in x 97.5 in, so it is deeper than it is wide.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
CNC Control	15" SMART iControl
Grinding Length	24.0 in (610 mm)
Grinding Width	12.0 in (305 mm)
Distance Table to Wheel Centerline	23.2 in (590 mm)
Max Table Load	926 lb (420 kg)
Table Size	11.8 in x 23.6 in (300 x 600 mm)
Height Table to Floor	32 in (810 mm)
Table Speed	0 to 82 fpm (0 to 25,000 mm/min)
Longitudinal Travel X	28 in (710 mm)
Cross Travel Z	13.7 in (350 mm)
Cross Feed Speed	0 to 13 fpm (0 to 4,000 mm/min)
Wheelhead Vertical Travel Y	17.7 in (450 mm)
Wheelhead Feed Speed	0 to 12.5 fpm (0 to 3,800 mm/min)
Spindle Speed	600 to 3,600 rpm
Spindle Motor Power	15 hp (11 kW)
Wheel Size	Ø16 in x 2 in x Ø5 in (Ø405 x 50 x Ø127 mm)
Machine Dimensions	122 in x 153 in x 97.5 in (3,103 x 3,889 x 2,476 mm)
Machine Weight	10,141 lb (4,600 kg)

Specifications sourced from chevalierusa.com — verified 2026-10-05

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Traveling column layout: the table moves in one direction only and stays fully supported
Fast axes for a grinder: table 0 to 82 fpm, cross feed 0 to 13 fpm, wheelhead 0 to 12.5 fpm
15 hp (11 kW) spindle with a 600 to 3,600 rpm range on a 16 in diameter wheel
15" SMART iControl with conversational programming, per the maker
17.7 in (450 mm) of wheelhead travel and 23.2 in (590 mm) from table to wheel centerline for tall fixtures

Limitations

Spindle power is 15 hp (11 kW), against 40 hp (30 kW) on the FMG-B1640
The maker names the FMG-B1640, not this model, as the one that can take continuous dressing
Table load is 926 lb (420 kg)
Needs 153 in (3,889 mm) of depth because the column travels behind the table

Best For

Profile and surface grinding of parts that fit a 300 x 600 mm table Cells where a fixed-height table at 32 in (810 mm) simplifies loading Shops that want conversational programming instead of G-code Medium-batch tooling and component grinding

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is a traveling column grinder, and why does the FMG-B1224 use that layout?

The column and wheelhead move across the work instead of the table moving on a saddle. Chevalier says the traveling column improves stability for high grinding efficiency and reliable machining accuracy. On the FMG-B1224 the cross travel is 13.7 in (350 mm) and the table travel is 28 in (710 mm).

02 How do the FMG-B1224 and FMG-B1640 compare?

The FMG-B1224 grinds 24.0 in (610 mm) by 12.0 in (305 mm) with a 15 hp (11 kW) spindle and a 926 lb (420 kg) table load. The FMG-B1640 grinds 39.8 in (1,010 mm) by 15.9 in (405 mm) with 40 hp (30 kW) and 1,476 lb (670 kg). Both share the 600 to 3,600 rpm spindle range, the wheel size and the axis feed speeds.

03 Which control is on the FMG-B1224?

The table lists a 15" SMART iControl. Chevalier describes its conversational programming as removing the need for complicated programming codes, so cycles are set up by filling in screens instead of writing a program line by line.

04 How much room does the FMG-B1224 take?

Floor space is listed as 122 in x 153 in x 97.5 in (3,103 x 3,889 x 2,476 mm) and net weight as 10,141 lb (4,600 kg). The table surface is 32 in (810 mm) from the ground.