About WMW Germany GFL-400 x 2000 mm Thread Milling Machine
Make - WMW (Germany)
Model - GFL-400
Center Height - 205 mm
Max. Length of Job - 2000 mm
Max. Job Diameter over Cross-Slide - 200 mm
Max. Swing Diameter over Bed - 400 mm
Cutter Speeds - 55 rpm to 250 rpm
Max. Cutter Diameter - 100 mm
Spindle Bore - 80 mm
- Capable of doing Thread Milling, Worm Milling & Spline Milling.
- Capable of doing Gear Hobbing & Spline Hobbing as well.
- Complete with Change Gears, Index Plates, Arbours, & other accessories.
- Machine is in excellent working condition.
Video of The Machine -
https://youtu.be/o5doOJ3UZFo
Heavy-Duty Construction and Versatile ThreadingEngineered for demanding thread milling tasks, the GFL-400 x 2000 mm stands out for its rigid cast iron structure and precision ground slide ways. Designed for the production of accurate metric, ACME, and worm threads, its heavy-duty build ensures reliability and consistent performance. This makes it ideal for manufacturers, suppliers, traders, and exporters seeking a robust solution for large threading diameters and extended threading lengths.
Manual Control for Flexible OperationThis machine is operated manually, allowing skilled machinists full control over the thread milling process. Its adjustable feed speeds (6-1200 mm/min) and variable spindle rotation both clockwise and counter-clockwise provide flexibility for different threading requirements. The gear box drive enables smooth transitions across 12 feed steps, ensuring the operator can efficiently handle a variety of cylindrical workpiece materials.
FAQ's of WMW Germany GFL-400 x 2000 mm Thread Milling Machine:
Q: How does the WMW Germany GFL-400 x 2000 mm Thread Milling Machine operate?
A: This thread milling machine operates manually through precision-ground slide ways and a gear box drive. The operator adjusts both the feed rate and spindle speed according to the threading requirements, using the power longitudinal and cross feeds to position the workpiece for external or internal threads.
Q: What kinds of threads can be produced with this machine?
A: The GFL-400 x 2000 mm can mill a wide range of threads, including metric, module, DP (Diametral Pitch), BSP (British Standard Pipe), ACME, and worm threads. This enables usage across diverse applications in metalworking industries.
Q: When should you choose a conventional thread milling machine over a CNC model?
A: A conventional thread milling machine like this model is ideal when manual control, versatility, and heavy-duty performance are required, especially for larger, unique, or low-volume threading operations where CNC automation may not be necessary or cost-effective.
Q: Where can the GFL-400 x 2000 mm thread milling machine be installed?
A: The machine requires a floor space of approximately 4200 mm x 1800 mm and should be installed in a workshop with access to 380V / 50Hz electrical supply. Due to its weight (about 6500 kg), reinforced flooring is recommended.
Q: What is the process for milling threads on this equipment?
A: Thread milling involves securing the workpiece in the 3-jaw independent chuck, configuring the desired feed and spindle speed, selecting the proper threading type, and manually operating the controls to cut precise threads along cylindrical surfaces, utilizing the integrated coolant system for optimal machining.
Q: How does the adjustable feed benefit threading operations?
A: The adjustable feed range (6-1200 mm/min) allows the operator to fine-tune the cutting speed, which enhances thread quality, improves tool life, and accommodates various material hardness and thread profiles for superior results.
Q: What are the main usage advantages of this thread milling machine?
A: Users benefit from its high precision, versatility in thread profiles, robust construction for heavy-duty applications, and the capacity to handle large workpieces up to 400 mm in diameter and 2000 mm in length, making it suitable for demanding industrial environments.