Fermat WFC 130 CNC Horizontal Boring Mill

$350,000 – $700,000 Updated 2026-03-17

Key Specifications

Spindle Diameter

130 mm (5.12 in)

X Travel

2,000 – 4,000 mm (79 – 157 in) table traverse

Y Travel

1,500 – 2,000 mm (59 – 79 in) spindle head vertical

Z Travel

1,000 mm (39.4 in) column axial + W-axis quill extension

Spindle Speed Range

1 – 2,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

ISO 50 / SK 50

Overview

The Fermat WFC 130 is a CNC horizontal table-type boring and milling machine manufactured by Fermat Machinery, a Czech Republic-based builder with a long heritage in large-format boring mill production. The WFC 130 designation refers to the 130 mm spindle diameter — a specification that defines the machine's core capability for large-diameter boring, facing, and milling operations on heavy prismatic workpieces. Fermat positions the WFC 130 as a mid-to-large industrial boring mill suitable for general engineering, energy, and heavy equipment applications.

The WFC 130 uses a table-type horizontal configuration, where the workpiece is mounted on a rotary table that indexes or rotates continuously under CNC control, and the spindle head traverses vertically and axially to reach the required features. This table-type design is well-suited for medium-to-large prismatic parts such as gearbox housings, pump bodies, valve manifolds, and structural frames that benefit from four-sided machining on a single table setup. The 130 mm spindle provides substantial rigidity for large-diameter boring operations and high-torque face milling on hard materials.

Fermat builds the WFC 130 on a cast iron base and column structure, providing vibration damping and thermal stability suited to long-cycle machining programs. The spindle is driven by a high-torque servo motor delivering up to 40 kW continuous, with a speed range from near-zero to 2,000 RPM covering both low-speed facing and moderate-speed milling operations. The standard W-axis spindle quill provides axial extension capability for reaching into deep bores without column repositioning.

The WFC 130 is typically equipped with a Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl or Heidenhain TNC control, both of which are well-accepted in production shops globally. Fermat offers the machine with optional 4th-axis rotary tables, automatic tool changers, and angular milling heads to extend the machine's capability to complete multi-face machining in a single setup. The WFC 130 offers a competitive price-to-capability ratio compared to German and Japanese equivalents, making it a common choice for job shops and general engineering contractors seeking large-format boring capability at accessible cost.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Spindle Diameter	130 mm (5.12 in)
X Travel	2,000 – 4,000 mm (79 – 157 in) table traverse
Y Travel	1,500 – 2,000 mm (59 – 79 in) spindle head vertical
Z Travel	1,000 mm (39.4 in) column axial + W-axis quill extension
Spindle Speed Range	1 – 2,000 RPM
Spindle Taper	ISO 50 / SK 50
Table Size	1,400 × 1,400 mm (55 × 55 in) standard rotary table
Rotary Table	B-axis CNC rotary, indexing and continuous; 8,000 – 12,000 kg capacity
Control System	Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl or Heidenhain TNC 640
Machine Weight	25,000 – 40,000 kg depending on table and configuration
Born	August 17, 1601, Beaumont-de-Lomagne,France
Died	January 12, 1665,Castres(aged 63)
Notable Works	“Introduction to Loci”
Subjects Of Study	Fermat prime
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity
Model	36160SET
Power	4.5 kW

Specifications sourced from machinio.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

130 mm spindle diameter provides high rigidity for large-diameter boring and face milling operations in steel, cast iron, and large alloy components
Table-type configuration with CNC rotary B-axis enables four-sided machining of prismatic workpieces in a single setup, reducing alignment errors and setup time
Competitive acquisition cost versus German and Japanese horizontal boring mills of equivalent spindle size and travel
Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl or Heidenhain TNC 640 control options accommodate customer preferences and existing shop controller standardization
Fermat's Czech manufacturing heritage in boring mills provides a strong application knowledge base for process optimization support

Limitations

Fermat's global service network is less dense than larger OEMs; North American service response may require advance scheduling
Table-type configuration has inherent size limits for the largest workpieces compared to floor-type traveling-column boring mills
Maximum spindle speed of 2,000 RPM limits high-speed milling capability for shops requiring aggressive face milling of aluminum or stainless steel

Best For

General engineering job shops requiring a capable large-bore horizontal boring mill at a competitive acquisition cost for contract machining work Energy sector suppliers machining pump bodies, valve manifolds, compressor housings, and large flange components in steel and cast iron Heavy equipment manufacturers producing gearbox housings, axle housings, and structural frames requiring multi-face boring and milling Industrial OEMs machining large castings and forgings where a CNC rotary table enables complete four-sided machining in a single setup

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the difference between the Fermat WFC 130 and the WFB 130?

The WFC 130 is a table-type horizontal boring mill where the workpiece sits on a rotary B-axis table and the spindle head traverses vertically and axially. The WFB 130 is a floor-type (Bohrwerk) configuration where a larger workpiece is mounted directly on a floor plate with the column traversing along the floor. The WFC 130 is better suited for medium-to-large prismatic parts that fit on the rotary table; the WFB 130 handles very large or very heavy workpieces that cannot be accommodated on a conventional table.

02 What CNC control options are available for the WFC 130?

Fermat offers the WFC 130 with Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl and Heidenhain TNC 640 as the primary control options. Both are widely used in production environments and supported by a large global base of trained operators and programmers. Fanuc control options may be available on request for customers with standardized Fanuc environments.

03 What is the maximum workpiece weight on the WFC 130 rotary table?

The standard CNC rotary table on the WFC 130 is rated for 8,000 to 12,000 kg workpiece weight depending on the table size and configuration. For heavier workpieces, Fermat offers higher-capacity table options or the WFB floor-type configuration, which can support workpieces of 20,000 kg or more directly on the floor plate.