Fryer MC-45L
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Key Specifications
Max Spindle
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
Table Size
Spindle Power
Accuracy
How much does the Fryer MC-45L cost?
Price estimate
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Overview
The Fryer MC-45L marks a break inside the MC-L series. Up to the MC-40L the linear way machines have a 20 hp (14.9 kW) motor and weigh 9,500 lb (4,309 kg) or less. The MC-45L has a 30 hp (22.4 kW) peak inline motor, 155 ft-lb (210 Nm) at 350 rpm and a weight of 14,500 lb (6,577 kg). Travels are 45 x 25 x 25 in (1,143 x 635 x 635 mm).
In other words it is the high-speed machine on the heavy frame. Table, travels, footprint and weight match the box way MC-45B figure for figure: a 24 x 51 in (610 x 1,295 mm) table for 3,500 lb (1,588 kg) and 127 x 104 in (3,226 x 2,642 mm) of floor. What differs is everything that moves. The MC-45L runs on roller type linear ways, spins a Big Plus CAT 40 spindle to 10,000 rpm and changes among 30 tools in 1.5 seconds, where the MC-45B has 24 tools and a 3 seconds change.
Rapids are 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min) on X, Y and Z, a step below the 1,450 ipm (36.8 m/min) of the MC-40L, and the cutting feed rate also goes to 1,200 ipm. Peak thrust is 4,000 lb per axis.
This combination fits mould and die blocks, plates and structural aluminium, parts that need both a stiff, heavy machine and long high-feed toolpaths. The 47 in (1,194 mm) door opening is slightly wider than the X stroke, and the table sits 32 in (813 mm) off the floor.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X Axis Travel | 45 in (1,143 mm) |
| Y Axis Travel | 25 in (635 mm) |
| Z Axis Travel | 25 in (635 mm) |
| Ballscrew Diameter | 1.57 in (40 mm) |
| Max Table Load | 3,500 lb (1,588 kg) |
| Table Size | 24 x 51 in (610 x 1,295 mm) |
| T-Slots | 5 / 0.708 in (18 mm) |
| Table Top to Floor | 32 in (813 mm) |
| Spindle Motor Power | 30 hp (22.4 kW) peak |
| Max Spindle Speed | 60 - 10,000 rpm (12K, 15K, 21K, 30K optional) |
| Spindle Torque | 155 ft-lb (210 Nm) at 350 rpm |
| Spindle Taper | Big Plus CAT 40 (BT option) |
| Distance Spindle Nose to Table | 29 - 4 in (737 - 102 mm) |
| Spindle Center to Column | 26 in (660 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) |
| 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 | 47 in (1,194 mm) |
| Power Requirement | 40 A, 380-500 VAC, 3 phase (208-250 VAC optional) |
| Shipping Dimensions | 127 x 87 x 87 in (3,226 x 2,210 x 2,210 mm) |
| Machine Dimensions | 127 x 104 x 110 in (3,226 x 2,642 x 2,794 mm) |
| Machine Weight | 14,500 lb (6,577 kg) |
Specifications sourced from fryermachine.com — verified 2026-10-04
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 30 hp (22.4 kW) peak inline motor with 155 ft-lb (210 Nm) at 350 rpm
- 10,000 rpm Big Plus CAT 40 spindle on a 14,500 lb (6,577 kg) machine
- 30 tools and a 1.5 seconds tool change, against 24 tools and 3 seconds on the MC-45B
- 25 in (635 mm) of both Y and Z travel
- Cutting feed rate up to 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min)
Limitations
- Rapids are 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min), lower than the 1,450 ipm (36.8 m/min) of the MC-40L
- Takes 127 x 104 in (3,226 x 2,642 mm) of floor
- Peak axis thrust of 4,000 lb is below the 4,400 lb of the MC-45B
- A 40 station changer and through-spindle coolant are options
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
The MC-40L has 40 x 22 x 22 in (1,016 x 559 x 559 mm) of travel, a 20 hp (14.9 kW) peak motor and weighs 9,500 lb (4,309 kg). The MC-45L has 45 x 25 x 25 in (1,143 x 635 x 635 mm) of travel, a 30 hp (22.4 kW) peak motor with 155 ft-lb (210 Nm) and weighs 14,500 lb (6,577 kg). Its rapids are 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min).
02
Both have the same travels, table and weight. The MC-45B is the box way machine with an 8,500 rpm spindle, 24 tools and 4,400 lb of axis thrust, the choice for heavy cuts. The MC-45L has linear ways, 10,000 rpm, 30 tools and a 1.5 seconds tool change, the choice for speed.
03
A 30 station high speed arm type changer, with a 40 station changer as an option. Maximum tool diameter is 3.2 in (81 mm) with the magazine full and 5.5 in (140 mm) with adjacent pockets empty; maximum length is 11.8 in (300 mm) and weight 15.4 lb.
04
Spindle nose to table ranges from 29 in down to 4 in (737 - 102 mm) over 25 in (635 mm) of Z travel. The spindle centre is 26 in (660 mm) from the column, enough to reach the middle of the 24 in (610 mm) deep table.
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