What are the benefits of Using Vertical Milling?
Apr 18, 2022
Vertical CNC machining, or vertical precision milling, is a reductive process that relies on rotary cutters to remove material from an object to create custom components. As the vertical machining center utilizes a spindle with a vertical placement, tools extend straight down to machine the precision part. This process can make holes, cuts, or carve three-dimensional elements.
Vertical milling offers the following benefits:
Visibility
Vertical milling machines provide users with increased visibility due to the openness provided by the orientation. This can be useful on slower projects that require special attention to detail.
Cost
Since vertical milling is widely used in machine shops, the machines themselves are more easily available and cost significantly less than their horizontal counterparts.
Ease
CNC controls for vertical milling machines are very user friendly, and the widespread usage of the machines means that appropriately skilled labor is easier to find. The work done on vertical milling machines is also generally straightforward and doesn’t require any special fixtures.
Precision
CNC vertical milling machines ensure accurate cuts, reducing the risk of human error found in manual machines.
Vertical CNC machining produces precision components with complex geometries, curved aspects, box-type parts, or irregular features. Vertical precision milling are an ideal solution for small parts, short runs, and superior productions.
