Fryer VB-120
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Key Specifications
Max Spindle
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
Table Size
Spindle Power
Accuracy
How much does the Fryer VB-120 cost?
Price estimate
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Overview
The Fryer VB-120 is a different machine from the three smaller VB models, not a longer version of them. X travel is 120 in (3,048 mm), but the telling figures are elsewhere: a 40 x 126 in (1,016 x 3,200 mm) table, 40 in (1,016 mm) of Z travel, peak axis thrust of 10,800 lb and a weight of 32,000 lb (14,515 kg). The VB-100 below it weighs 20,500 lb (9,299 kg) and has 4,400 lb of thrust.
Height is the first gain. Spindle nose to table opens to 44 in (1,118 mm), against 30 in on the VB-100, so die sets, gearbox housings and tall weldments fit under the head with tooling to spare. The second gain is depth: 40 in (1,016 mm) of Y as standard, and 50 in (1,270 mm) with the extended travel option, which puts the spindle centre 51 in (1,295 mm) from the column.
Table load rises to 6,500 lb (2,948 kg). Spread over a 126 in (3,200 mm) table that is still a figure to respect, and heavy parts should be supported along their length.
Feeds remain those of a large open machine, 400 ipm (10.2 m/min) for both rapid traverse and the cutting feed limit. The spindle rows are common to the series, CAT 40 or BT-40 at 60 - 8,000 rpm with 30 hp (22.4 kW) peak. On a machine with this much thrust the 50 taper spindle at 6,000 rpm and the 24 station 50 taper changer, which takes tools up to 33 lbs., are the options most likely to be ordered. Operating space is 260 x 120 in (6,604 x 3,048 mm).
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X Axis Travel | 120 in (3,048 mm) |
| Y Axis Travel | 40 in (1,016 mm); 50 in (1,270 mm) with the extended travel option |
| Z Axis Travel | 40 in (1,016 mm) |
| Max Table Load | 6,500 lb (2,948 kg) |
| Table Size | 40 x 126 in (1,016 x 3,200 mm) |
| T-Slots | 5 / 0.709 in (18 mm) |
| Table Top to Floor | 35 in (889 mm) |
| Spindle Motor Power | 30 hp (22.4 kW) peak; 40 hp (29.8 kW) optional |
| Max Spindle Speed | 60 - 8,000 rpm (10K, 12K, 15K refrigerated optional) |
| Spindle Torque | 155 ft-lb (210 Nm) at 350 rpm; 204 ft-lb (277 Nm) with the 40 hp motor; 800 ft-lb (1,085 Nm) with the 40 hp motor and gearbox |
| Spindle Speed Ranges | 1 range (2-speed gear box optional) |
| Spindle Taper | CAT 40 or BT-40 (50 taper optional) |
| Distance Spindle Nose to Table | 44 - 4 in (1,118 - 102 mm) |
| Spindle Center to Column | 42 in (1,067 mm); 51 in (1,295 mm) with the extended travel option |
| Tool Capacity | 20 carousel (24, 40, 60 arm type optional) |
| Tool Change Time | 7 seconds (3 seconds optional) |
| Max Tool Diameter (full magazine) | 4.10 in (104 mm) (3.2 in (81 mm)) |
| Max Tool Diameter (adjacent pockets empty) | 7.9 in (201 mm) (5.5 in (140 mm)) |
| Max Tool Weight | 16.5 lb (7.5 kg) (15.4 lb (7.0 kg)) |
| Max Tool Length | 15 in (381 mm) (13 in (330 mm)) |
| Positioning Accuracy | +/- 0.0003 in (0.0076 mm) |
| Repeatability | +/- 0.0002 in (0.0051 mm) |
| Resolution | 0.0001 in (0.0025 mm) |
| Rapid Traverse Xyz | 400 ipm (10.2 m/min) |
| Cutting Feed Rate | 0.001 - 400 ipm (up to 10.2 m/min) |
| Servo Type | AC Digital Brushless |
| Axis Thrust | 10,800 lb (4,899 kgf) |
| Air Requirement | 90 psi (6.2 bar), 5 cfm (142 L/min) |
| Coolant Capacity | 20 gal (76 L) (90 gal (341 L)) |
| Coolant Flow | 9 gpm (34 L/min) |
| Operating Temperature | Min. 50° - Max. 100° |
| Power Requirement | 40 A, 380-500 VAC, 3 phase (208-250 VAC optional) |
| Power Requirement Optional | 80 A, 380-500 VAC, 3 phase (208-250 VAC optional) |
| Shipping Dimensions | 140 x 105 x 105 in (3,556 x 2,667 x 2,667 mm) |
| Machine Dimensions | 260 x 120 x 120 in (6,604 x 3,048 x 3,048 mm) |
| Machine Weight | 32,000 lb (14,515 kg) |
Specifications sourced from fryermachine.com — verified 2026-10-04
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 40 in (1,016 mm) of Z travel and up to 44 in (1,118 mm) under the spindle
- 40 x 126 in (1,016 x 3,200 mm) table rated 6,500 lb (2,948 kg)
- Peak axis thrust of 10,800 lb, against 4,400 lb on the VB-100
- Y travel of 40 in (1,016 mm), extendable to 50 in (1,270 mm)
- 32,000 lb (14,515 kg) of box way machine
Limitations
- Rapids and cutting feed are limited to 400 ipm (10.2 m/min)
- Requires 260 x 120 in (6,604 x 3,048 mm) of floor and 120 in (3,048 mm) of height
- No full machine guard is listed for this size, only a table mounted splash guard
- Base spindle is 40 taper with 30 hp (22.4 kW) peak; 50 taper is an option
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
It is a larger frame. The VB-100 has a 30 x 112 in (762 x 2,845 mm) table, 26 in (660 mm) of Z, 4,400 lb of thrust and weighs 20,500 lb (9,299 kg). The VB-120 has a 40 x 126 in (1,016 x 3,200 mm) table, 40 in (1,016 mm) of Z, 10,800 lb of thrust and weighs 32,000 lb (14,515 kg).
02
X is 120 in (3,048 mm), Y is 40 in (1,016 mm) and Z is 40 in (1,016 mm). An extended 50 in (1,270 mm) Y travel is listed for the VB-120 and VB-160, with spindle center to column increasing to 51". Spindle nose to table ranges from 44 to 4 in (1,118 - 102 mm).
03
The options sheet lists a table mounted splash guard with sliding doors for the VB-120 and VB-160. The full machine guard on that sheet is listed for the VB-60 to VB-100 only. Dual chip auger and conveyor systems for 120" - 160" of X travel are also options.
04
6,500 lb (2,948 kg), evenly distributed. The table measures 40 x 126 in (1,016 x 3,200 mm), has 5 T-slots 0.709 in (18 mm) wide, and its top is 35 in (889 mm) above the floor.
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