EMAG VL 1

Est. $280,000 - $380,000 Possible older model Updated 2026-10-03

This model was not found in EMAG's current lineup when we checked on 2026-09-24 (lineup page). It may be a superseded or older model; the specifications below are as we last recorded them.

Key Specifications

Max Spindle

7,000 rpm

Spindle Power

11 kW

chuck diameter

160 mm

maximum turning diameter

100 mm

maximum turning length

80 mm

maximum workpiece weight

1 kg

How much does the EMAG VL 1 cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$280,000 - $380,000

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 1 is a small vertical turning machine for chucked parts up to 100 mm in diameter and 80 mm long, weighing no more than 1 kg. It does not appear in EMAG's current lineup, and the figures here come from a third-party listing of the VL 1 TWIN version, so treat them as a starting point for inspecting a used machine rather than as confirmed data.

The listed figures give a 160 mm chuck, a 12-station turret and live tooling to 4,500 rpm. Spindle torque is listed at 70 Nm. The machine base is Mineralit polymer concrete, and the footprint is given as approx. 4.2 m² (standalone).

The listing is not consistent on the spindle. It gives a top speed of both 7,000 rpm and 6,000 RPM, power as both 11 kW and 13.4 hp, and a chuck size of 5.5118" next to the 160 mm chuck diameter. Read the speed, drive rating and chuck size off the machine's own plate and documentation before relying on any of them.

The 1 kg workpiece limit is the defining constraint. The VL 2, still in the lineup, keeps the same 100 mm (3.94 in) turning diameter with a 6,000 rpm spindle and 77 / 59 Nm (57 / 43.5 ft-lb) of torque.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Chuck Diameter	160 mm
Maximum Turning Diameter	100 mm
Maximum Turning Length	80 mm
Maximum Workpiece Weight	1 kg
Max Spindle Speed	7,000 rpm
Spindle Motor Power	11 kW
Spindle Torque Max	70 Nm
Number of Turret Stations	12
Live Tooling Speed Max	4,500 rpm
Floor Space Required	Approx. 4.2 m² (standalone)
Machine Base	Mineralit polymer concrete
Model	VL 1 TWIN
Chuck Size	5.5118"
Power	13.4 hp
Max RPM	6,000 RPM
Swing Over Bed	6.2992"

Specifications compiled from manufacturer literature and industry references. Not independently verified against a published spec sheet — confirm with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before making a purchasing decision.

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

12-station turret with live tooling listed to 4,500 rpm
Small footprint of approx. 4.2 m² (standalone)
Machine base of Mineralit polymer concrete
Turns parts up to 100 mm in diameter in a 160 mm chuck

Limitations

Not in EMAG's current lineup, and the listed figures come from a third-party listing
Workpieces are limited to 1 kg and 80 mm in turning length
The listing gives conflicting spindle speeds (7,000 rpm and 6,000 RPM) and power (11 kW and 13.4 hp)

Best For

Small chucked parts up to 100 mm in diameter and 1 kg Short turned parts up to 80 mm long Buyers inspecting a used VL 1 or VL 1 TWIN

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Is the VL 1 still made?

It does not appear in EMAG's current lineup. The closest current model in size is the VL 2, which keeps a 100 mm (3.94 in) maximum turning diameter and a 160 mm (6.5 in) chuck.

02 What size of part does the VL 1 take?

The listed figures give a maximum turning diameter of 100 mm, a maximum turning length of 80 mm and a maximum workpiece weight of 1 kg. Confirm these on the machine, since the listing is not from EMAG.

03 What should I check on a used VL 1?

The spindle speed, drive power and chuck size, because the listing conflicts on all three: 7,000 rpm against 6,000 RPM, 11 kW against 13.4 hp, and 5.5118" against a 160 mm chuck diameter. The machine plate settles which applies.

04 Does the VL 1 have live tooling?

The listed figures include live tooling to 4,500 rpm on a 12-station turret. Check which stations are driven on the machine being offered, as the listing does not say.