Fryer VB-80
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Key Specifications
Max Spindle
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
Table Size
Spindle Power
Accuracy
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Price estimate
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Overview
Fryer's VB-80 gives 80 in (2,032 mm) of X travel on an open box way machining center. Its table is 30 x 93 in (762 x 2,362 mm), rated 5,000 lb (2,268 kg), and the standard Y and Z travels are 35 in (889 mm) and 26 in (660 mm).
Both of those can be lengthened. The options sheet lists an extended 40 in (1,016 mm) Y travel for the VB-80 and VB-100, which moves the spindle centre out to 41 in (1,041 mm) from the column, and an extended 34 in (864 mm) Z travel. The standard Z is the shortest in the VB series, below the 28 in (711 mm) of the VB-60, so tall workpieces or a rotary table with a large part will usually call for the Z extension.
The same 80 in stroke is available in Fryer's enclosed MC-80B. The two have the same table size and the same 600 ipm (15.2 m/min) rapids. They differ in what surrounds the table and in weight: the VB-80 is open and weighs 18,500 lb (8,392 kg), the MC-80B is enclosed and weighs 23,000 lb (10,433 kg). An open table accepts a part that overhangs the ends or stands taller than a door frame would allow.
Spindle rows follow the series. A 30 hp (22.4 kW) peak motor turns a CAT 40 or BT-40 spindle at 60 - 8,000 rpm, with a 50 taper spindle, a 2-speed gear box and a 40 hp (29.8 kW) motor as options. The cutting feed rate reaches 600 ipm (15.2 m/min) and peak axis thrust is 4,400 lb.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X Axis Travel | 80 in (2,032 mm) |
| Y Axis Travel | 35 in (889 mm); 40 in (1,016 mm) with the extended travel option |
| Z Axis Travel | 26 in (660 mm); 34 in (864 mm) with the extended travel option |
| Max Table Load | 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) |
| Table Size | 30 x 93 in (762 x 2,362 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 | 30 - 4 in (762 - 102 mm) |
| Spindle Center to Column | 36 in (914 mm); 41 in (1,041 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 | 600 ipm (15.2 m/min) |
| Cutting Feed Rate | 0.001 - 600 ipm (up to 15.2 m/min) |
| Servo Type | AC Digital Brushless |
| Axis Thrust | 4,400 lb (1,996 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 | 100 x 94 x 96 in (2,540 x 2,388 x 2,438 mm) |
| Machine Dimensions | 220 x 110 x 110 in (5,588 x 2,794 x 2,794 mm) |
| Machine Weight | 18,500 lb (8,392 kg) |
Specifications sourced from fryermachine.com — verified 2026-10-04
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 80 in (2,032 mm) of X on an open 30 x 93 in (762 x 2,362 mm) table
- Y travel of 35 in (889 mm), or 40 in (1,016 mm) with the extended travel option
- 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) table load
- 4,400 lb of peak axis thrust on box ways
- 50 taper spindle and 2-speed gear box available as options
Limitations
- Standard Z travel is 26 in (660 mm), less than the 28 in (711 mm) of the VB-60
- Rapids are 600 ipm (15.2 m/min)
- Operating space is 220 x 110 in (5,588 x 2,794 mm)
- Chip auger and conveyor systems for this length are options
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Fryer lists an extended 40 in (1,016 mm) Y travel for the VB-80 and VB-100, with the spindle centre increased to 41", and an extended 34 in (864 mm) Z travel, with spindle nose to table increasing to 4" - 38". Standard travels are 80 x 35 x 26 in (2,032 x 889 x 660 mm).
02
The MC-80B is the enclosed box way machine with 80 x 35 x 30 in (2,032 x 889 x 762 mm) of travel, a 24 station arm type changer and a weight of 23,000 lb (10,433 kg). The VB-80 is open, has 26 in (660 mm) of standard Z, a 20 tool carousel in the base table and weighs 18,500 lb (8,392 kg).
03
5,000 lb (2,268 kg), evenly distributed, on a 30 x 93 in (762 x 2,362 mm) table with 5 T-slots 0.709 in (18 mm) wide. The table top is 35 in (889 mm) from the floor.
04
The base spindle is CAT 40 or BT-40, 60 - 8,000 rpm, 30 hp (22.4 kW) peak. Options include refrigerated 40 taper spindles up to 15,000 rpm, a 50 taper spindle at 6,000 rpm, and a 40 hp motor that develops 204 ft-lb (277 Nm) at 350 rpm and requires 80 Amp service.
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