The Fryer VT-60 is a mid-range model in the VT Series of Vertical Turret Lathes (VTLs), offering a significant balance of large capacity and floor-space efficiency. This machine is engineered with an innovative traveling column design that accommodates a massive swing diameter while minimizing the machine’s physical footprint, making it highly effective for job shops and production facilities handling large, heavy parts.

Key Features and Specifications

The VT-60 is built for heavy-duty, high-precision vertical turning operations:

• Maximum Swing: The machine handles workpieces up to a 60″ swing diameter.
• Capacity: It supports a maximum part weight of 10,000 lbs, ensuring stability and rigidity during demanding cuts on heavy components.
• Design: Features a compact, space-saving design and a unique horizontal turret that provides excellent clearance for both long and short tools.
• Spindle: Equipped with a high-torque geared headstock for robust metal removal capabilities.
• Control System: Utilizes the Fryer / Siemens 828-HS CNC control, offering a user-friendly experience with conversational programming (shop floor), G code programming, 3D graphics, and fast set-up cycles, which is ideal for small lot production.
• Tooling: Available with 8 or 12 tool automatic turret options using BMT-65 tooling for high rigidity.
• Multi-Tasking: The machine is available with options for full C axis contouring and a powerful live tool turret for secondary operations like milling, drilling, and tapping.

The VT-60 is a powerful, versatile, and dependable VTL solution for high-precision, large-component manufacturing.