Fryer MC-30L
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Key Specifications
Max Spindle
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
Table Size
Spindle Power
Accuracy
How much does the Fryer MC-30L cost?
Price estimate
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Overview
Fryer builds two 30 in vertical machining centers, and the MC-30L is the fast one. It has 30 x 22 x 21 in (762 x 559 x 533 mm) of travel on roller type linear ways, a 10,000 rpm Big Plus CAT 40 spindle and rapids of 1,450 ipm (36.8 m/min). Its box way counterpart, the MC-30B, has 18 in (457 mm) of Y, an 8,500 rpm spindle and weighs 9,900 lb (4,491 kg) against 8,400 lb (3,810 kg) here.
The comparison shows what each is for. The MC-30B puts 30 hp (22.4 kW) and 155 ft-lb (210 Nm) behind box ways for heavy cuts. The MC-30L has a 20 hp (14.9 kW) peak inline motor with 100 ft-lb (136 Nm) at 350 rpm, a 30 station tool changer that swaps in 1.5 seconds and a cutting feed rate up to 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min). It suits parts where metal comes off in many light, fast passes.
Y travel is unusually generous for the X. With 22 in (559 mm) of Y over a 22 x 38 in (559 x 965 mm) table, fixtures can be loaded two deep, or a trunnion table can sit crosswise with room to swing. The table takes 2,500 lb (1,134 kg) and has 5 T-slots.
For installation, allow 100 x 86 in (2,540 x 2,184 mm) of floor and 109 in (2,769 mm) of height. The table top is 37 in (940 mm) from the floor and the door opens 36 in (914 mm).
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X Axis Travel | 30 in (762 mm) |
| Y Axis Travel | 22 in (559 mm) |
| Z Axis Travel | 21 in (533 mm) |
| Ballscrew Diameter | 1.57 in (40 mm) |
| Max Table Load | 2,500 lb (1,134 kg) |
| Table Size | 22 x 38 in (559 x 965 mm) |
| T-Slots | 5 / 0.708 in (18 mm) |
| Table Top to Floor | 37 in (940 mm) |
| Spindle Motor Power | 20 hp (14.9 kW) peak |
| Max Spindle Speed | 60 - 10,000 rpm (12K, 15K, 21K, 30K optional) |
| Spindle Torque | 100 ft-lb (136 Nm) at 350 rpm |
| Spindle Taper | Big Plus CAT 40 (BT option) |
| Distance Spindle Nose to Table | 25 - 4 in (635 - 102 mm) |
| Spindle Center to Column | 21 in (533 mm) |
| Tool Capacity | 30 station high speed arm type (40 option) |
| Tool Change Time | 1.5 seconds |
| Max Tool Diameter (full magazine) | 3.2 in (81 mm) |
| Max Tool Diameter (adjacent pockets empty) | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
| Max Tool Weight | 15.4 lb (7.0 kg) |
| Max Tool Length | 11.8 in (300 mm) |
| Positioning Accuracy | +/- 0.0002 in (0.0051 mm) |
| Repeatability | +/- 0.0001 in (0.0025 mm) |
| Resolution | 0.0001 in (0.0025 mm) |
| Rapid Traverse Xyz | 1,450 ipm (36.8 m/min) X, Y, Z |
| Cutting Feed Rate | 0.001 - 1,200 ipm (up to 30.5 m/min) |
| Servo Type | AC Digital Brushless |
| Axis Thrust | 4,000 lb (1,814 kgf) X, Y, Z |
| Air Requirement | 90 psi (6.2 bar), 5 cfm (142 L/min) |
| Coolant Capacity | 90 gal (341 L) |
| Coolant Flow | 9 gpm (34 L/min) |
| Door Opening Width | 36 in (914 mm) |
| Power Requirement | 40 A, 380-500 VAC, 3 phase (208-250 VAC optional) |
| Shipping Dimensions | 93 x 86 x 86 in (2,362 x 2,184 x 2,184 mm) |
| Machine Dimensions | 100 x 86 x 109 in (2,540 x 2,184 x 2,769 mm) |
| Machine Weight | 8,400 lb (3,810 kg) |
Specifications sourced from fryermachine.com — verified 2026-10-04
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 22 in (559 mm) of Y travel on a 30 in (762 mm) machine
- 1,450 ipm (36.8 m/min) rapids and a 1.5 seconds tool change
- 30 station high speed arm type tool changer, 40 as an option
- 22 x 38 in (559 x 965 mm) table with 5 T-slots rated 2,500 lb (1,134 kg)
- Big Plus CAT 40 spindle at 60 - 10,000 rpm
Limitations
- 20 hp (14.9 kW) peak and 100 ft-lb (136 Nm), less than the 30 hp (22.4 kW) and 155 ft-lb (210 Nm) of the MC-30B
- Peak axis thrust is 4,000 lb, below the 4,400 lb of the MC-30B
- Operating height of 109 in (2,769 mm)
- Coolant through the spindle is listed as a 350 psi option
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
The MC-30L is the linear way model: 30 x 22 x 21 in (762 x 559 x 533 mm) travels, 10,000 rpm, 20 hp (14.9 kW) peak, 30 tools and 1,450 ipm (36.8 m/min) rapids. The MC-30B is the box way model: 30 x 18 x 22 in (762 x 457 x 559 mm) travels, 8,500 rpm, 30 hp (22.4 kW) peak, 24 tools and 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min) rapids in X and Y.
02
A 30 station high speed arm type changer is standard, with a 40 station option. Tool change time is 1.5 seconds. Tools can be up to 3.2 in (81 mm) in diameter with the magazine full, 5.5 in (140 mm) with adjacent pockets empty, 11.8 in (300 mm) long and 15.4 lb.
03
The table is 22 x 38 in (559 x 965 mm) with 5 T-slots 0.708 in (18 mm) wide and carries 2,500 lb (1,134 kg) evenly distributed. Spindle nose to table ranges from 25 to 4 in (635 - 102 mm).
04
The series page presents the Fryer / Siemens 828-HS control with conversational programming. The options sheet lists a FANUC 0i MF Plus CNC upgrade and a FANUC 31i B5 5 axis CNC upgrade.
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