VM Series Maintenance and Safety Manual 704-0212-209 Machine Components 1- 3
Machine Model Names
The information in this manual applies to VM5, VM10 series (VM10, VM10G, VM10P, and
VM10U), VM20, and VM30 machining centers.
Frame
The major structural assemblies of each machine are constructed of thick-walled, fine-
grain cast iron. This construction provides strength and excellent dampening
characteristics, keeping deflection and resistance at a minimum during machining.
Table
The machine table provides easy setup for a variety of part sizes.
T-slot Specifications
T-slot specifications appear in these tables in metric and English measurements.
Table 1–1. VM Machine Table T-slot Specifications, Metric
Table 1–2. VM Machine Table T-slot Specifications, English
Machine
T-slots
Width
T-slots
Spacing on centers
Number of
T-slots
VM5
18 mm 100 mm 3
VM10 18 mm 100 mm 3
VM10G 18 mm 100 mm 3
VM10P 18 mm 100 mm 3
VM10U 10 mm x 60° radial locations NA 6
VM20 18 mm 100 mm 5
VM30 18 mm 100 mm 5
Machine
T-slots
Width
T-slots
Spacing on centers
Number of
T-slots
VM5
0.71 in 3.94 in 3
VM10 0.71 in 3.94 in 3
VM10G 0.71 in 3.94 in 3
VM10P 0.71 in 3.94 in 3
VM10U 0.39 in x 60° radial locations NA 6
VM20 0.71 in 3.94 in 5
VM30 0.71 in 3.94 in 5