Fermat WFQ 110 CNC Floor-Type Boring Mill
Key Specifications
Spindle Diameter
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Spindle Speed Range
Spindle Taper
Overview
The Fermat WFQ 110 is a floor-type CNC horizontal boring mill from Fermat Machinery of the Czech Republic, designed for machining the largest and heaviest workpieces that cannot be accommodated on a conventional table-type boring machine. The WFQ designation denotes the floor-type (Podlahový in Czech) traveling-column configuration with a 110 mm spindle diameter. This architecture allows workpieces of virtually unlimited plan dimensions — limited only by column travel and shop floor space — to be mounted directly on the floor plate and machined from the traveling column and cross-rail spindle head.
The WFQ 110 targets applications in heavy engineering, energy, shipbuilding, and large-scale industrial fabrication where single-piece castings, weldments, or fabricated structures may weigh 30,000 kg or more and span several meters. Typical workpieces include large turbine housings, marine diesel engine frames, large press frames, wind turbine main housings, and structural components for industrial infrastructure. The floor-type configuration is the only practical option for these extreme-scale applications.
Fermat builds the WFQ 110 on a heavy cast iron or fabricated steel structure with hydrostatic or rolling element guideways depending on the customer application. The 110 mm spindle delivers up to 35 kW continuous with a speed range from 1 to 1,800 RPM, providing the low-speed torque required for large-diameter boring and facing while also supporting milling and drilling operations at moderate speeds. The W-axis spindle quill extends axially for deep-bore access without column repositioning.
The WFQ 110 is typically configured with Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl and optionally equipped with an angular milling head changer and automatic tool changer for complete multi-operation machining of large complex workpieces. Fermat's competitive pricing relative to German and Italian floor-type boring mills of equivalent capability makes the WFQ 110 an attractive option for job shops and OEM manufacturers where cost-effective large-part capacity is the primary requirement.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Spindle Diameter | 110 mm (4.33 in) |
| X Travel | 3,000 – 6,000 mm (118 – 236 in) column traverse |
| Y Travel | 2,000 – 3,000 mm (79 – 118 in) spindle head vertical |
| Z Travel | 1,200 mm (47.2 in) column axial + W-axis quill extension |
| Spindle Speed Range | 1 – 1,800 RPM |
| Spindle Taper | ISO 50 / SK 50 |
| Table Size | Floor plate (workpiece mounted directly); optional rotary table |
| Rotary Table | Optional CNC rotary floor table; capacity 20,000 – 40,000 kg |
| Control System | Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl |
| Machine Weight | 60,000 – 120,000 kg depending on variant |
| 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 |
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Floor-type traveling-column design accommodates workpieces of virtually unlimited plan size and weights exceeding 30,000 kg — the only practical architecture for the largest heavy engineering components
- 110 mm spindle provides high rigidity and torque for large-diameter boring operations in thick-walled cast iron and forged steel components
- Competitive acquisition cost versus German and Italian floor-type boring mills of equivalent spindle size and travel range
- Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl control provides full contouring capability and integrates with in-process gauging for bore diameter verification
- Modular configuration options including angular head changers and ATC enable complete multi-operation machining of large workpieces in a single setup
Limitations
- Floor-type installation requires extensive site preparation including precision-leveled foundation, overhead crane access, and large floor area exclusive to the machine
- Fermat's global service network is less comprehensive than larger European and Japanese competitors, which may extend service response times in some regions
- Maximum spindle speed of 1,800 RPM is lower than milling-optimized boring mills, limiting high-speed face milling productivity on lighter materials
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
The WFQ 110 is a floor-type boring mill where the workpiece is mounted directly on the floor plate and the column traverses along the floor — enabling very large and very heavy workpieces. The WFC 130 is a table-type boring mill where the workpiece sits on a rotary table — better suited for medium-to-large prismatic parts but limited by table capacity and dimensions. The WFQ 110 has a 110 mm spindle while the WFC 130 has a 130 mm spindle; for the largest workpieces, the WFQ's floor-type design is the appropriate architecture despite the smaller spindle diameter.
02
The WFQ 110 in standard 3-axis configuration (X column traverse, Y spindle head vertical, Z column axial) machines workpieces from one side at a time. Adding a CNC rotary floor table provides a 4th (B) axis for indexed four-sided machining. For 5-axis contouring, an optional universal swiveling milling head adds A and C-axis capability. Full simultaneous 5-axis is achievable with the universal head and Sinumerik 840D sl control.
03
The WFQ 110 requires a precision-leveled concrete foundation designed to support the machine's weight — typically 60,000 to 120,000 kg depending on configuration — and isolate the machine from floor vibration. Foundation drawings are supplied by Fermat. Overhead crane access with a minimum 20-ton hook capacity is required for assembly and workpiece loading. Fermat's application engineers provide site survey support during the pre-order phase.
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