EMAG VL 2

Est. $250,000 - $400,000 (estimated) Specs verified 2026-10-03 · emag.com Updated 2026-10-03

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Key Specifications

X Travel

650 mm (25.5 in)

Z Travel

375 mm (15 in)

Max Spindle

6,000 rpm

Spindle Power

18 / 14 kW (24.5 / 18.5 hp)

Max Workpiece ⌀

100 mm (4 in)

Max Turn Length

110 mm

How much does the EMAG VL 2 cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$250,000 - $400,000 (estimated)

Our best estimate for a cnc lathes / turning center in this class — not a quote from EMAG. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The EMAG VL 2 is the smallest of the current VL vertical turning machines, sized for chucked parts up to 100 mm (4 in) in diameter and 150 mm (6 in) long. It runs a 160 mm (6.5 in) chuck at up to 6,000 rpm, with 18 / 14 kW (24.5 / 18.5 hp) and 77 / 59 Nm (57 / 43.5 ft-lb) from the spindle.

The length figures need reading together. The table gives a maximum rotation length and workpiece length of 150 mm (5.91 in), but a maximum turning length of 110 mm. In practice that means a part up to 150 mm can be loaded and spun, while the turned length on it stays within 110 mm. Check the drawing against the shorter figure.

The 12-station turret carries driven tools at 6,000 RPM with 8.5 kW. That is a strong drive for a machine this size, enough for drilling and milling features on small parts in the same clamping. The base machine has X and Z; a Y axis in the turret is optional, so off-centre holes and flats need that option. Travel is 650 mm (25.5 in) in X and 375 mm (15 in) in Z, and swing is 210 mm (8.5 in).

The step up within the range is large. The VL 4 turns up to 200 mm (7.87 in) in a 260 mm (10 in) chuck with 280 / 202 Nm (206.5 / 149 ft-lb), nearly four times the torque, but tops out at 4,500 rpm. On small, light parts the VL 2's higher spindle speed and fast driven tools are the better fit. Against the VLC 100, which shares the 650 mm X travel and 160 mm chuck, the VL 2 lists 12 turret stations to the VLC 100's 8.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Turning Diameter	100 mm (3.94 in)
Max Rotation Length	150 mm (5.91 in)
Max Spindle Speed	6,000 rpm
Spindle Motor Power	18 / 14 kW (24.5 / 18.5 hp)
Spindle Torque	77 / 59 Nm (57 / 43.5 ft-lb)
Turret Stations	12
Turret Driven Tool Speed	6,000 RPM
Turret Driven Tool Power	8.5 kW
Axes	3 (X, Z, plus optional Y in turret)
Max Turning Length	110 mm
Max Workpiece Diameter	100 mm (4 in)
Max Workpiece Length	150 mm (6 in)
Chuck Size	160 mm (6.5 in)
Max Swing	210 mm (8.5 in)
X-Axis Travel	650 mm (25.5 in)
Z-Axis Travel	375 mm (15 in)

Specifications sourced from emag.com — verified 2026-10-03

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

6,000 rpm spindle with 18 / 14 kW (24.5 / 18.5 hp) for small diameters
Driven tools at 6,000 RPM and 8.5 kW in a 12-station turret
Takes parts up to 150 mm (6 in) long and 100 mm (4 in) in diameter
650 mm (25.5 in) of X travel and 375 mm (15 in) of Z
12 turret stations, against 8 (VDI 30) on the VLC 100

Limitations

Turning length is 110 mm, shorter than the 150 mm (6 in) workpiece length
Turning diameter stops at 100 mm (3.94 in); the VL 4 is needed for parts up to 200 mm (7.87 in)
The Y axis in the turret is optional; the base machine has X and Z only
Spindle torque of 77 / 59 Nm (57 / 43.5 ft-lb) limits heavy roughing in steel

Best For

Small chucked parts up to 100 mm (4 in) in diameter Parts with drilled or milled features cut by 8.5 kW driven tools High-speed turning at up to 6,000 rpm Short parts with up to 110 mm of turned length

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the maximum part size on the VL 2?

100 mm (4 in) in diameter and 150 mm (6 in) in length. The maximum turning length is 110 mm, so a part can be up to 150 mm long while the turned section stays within 110 mm. The chuck is 160 mm (6.5 in) and swing is 210 mm (8.5 in).

02 Does the VL 2 have a Y axis?

Only as an option. The table lists 3 axes: X and Z, plus an optional Y in the turret. Without it, driven tools can drill and mill on centre only.

03 How strong are the driven tools on the VL 2?

They run to 6,000 RPM with 8.5 kW, from a 12-station turret. That is enough power for drilling and light milling on the small parts the machine takes.

04 Should I choose the VL 2 or the VL 4?

It depends on part size and material. The VL 2 turns up to 100 mm (3.94 in) at up to 6,000 rpm with 77 / 59 Nm (57 / 43.5 ft-lb). The VL 4 turns up to 200 mm (7.87 in) with 280 / 202 Nm (206.5 / 149 ft-lb) but runs to 4,500 rpm.