Highlights
- 300 x 200 x 350 mm working area
- Vertical and horizontal milling capability
- Precision linear guideways
- Rigid vibration-damping cast iron machine stand
- SK30 DIN 2080 spindle interface
- 1.4 kW milling motor
- Variable spindle speed from 80 to 2,200 rpm
- Stepless automatic feed in X and Y axes
- Integrated coolant system
- Swivelling digital display and ergonomic controls
Machine Overview
The Emcomat FB-3 combines robust machine construction with precise machining performance in a compact footprint. Designed for users requiring both flexibility and accuracy, the machine supports vertical and horizontal milling operations, making it suitable for a wide variety of machining tasks.
Its heavy-duty grey cast iron machine stand minimises vibration during machining, while precision guideways and spindle systems ensure reliable and repeatable results.
Machine Construction
The FB-3 is built around a compact grey cast iron machine stand designed to provide maximum rigidity and vibration damping during machining operations.
- Vibration-free grey cast iron construction
- Integrated safety clutch
- Quiet-running palloid tooth drive system
- Mechanical safety handwheels with scale rings
- Robust industrial-grade design
Linear Guideways
Precision linear guideways provide smooth axis movement, excellent positioning accuracy and long-term reliability.
- Linear guideways on all axes
- Reduced friction and wear
- Improved machining precision
- Enhanced rigidity and stability
Horizontal and Vertical Milling Capability
Horizontal Milling
The machine features a horizontal milling spindle with a DIN 2080 SK30 tool interface, providing excellent rigidity for demanding milling applications.
- Horizontal spindle with SK30 tooling
- Suitable for heavy-duty milling operations
- Excellent cutting stability
Vertical Milling
The swivelling vertical milling head allows a wide range of machining operations to be completed with ease.
- DIN 2080 SK30 spindle interface
- 45 mm quill travel
- Swivels ±90° for angled machining
- Quiet-running palloid gear drive system
Feed System
- Stepless automatic feed in X and Y axes
- Feed rates from 50 to 550 mm/min
- Rapid traverse speeds up to 1,200 mm/min
- Manual operation of Z-axis
Safety Features
- Integrated safety clutch
- Mechanical safety handwheels
- Protected spindle system
- Ergonomic machine layout
- Enhanced operator protection
Integrated Coolant System
The integrated coolant system improves machining performance, extends tool life and supports efficient chip removal during demanding machining operations.
Digital Readout and Positioning Systems
Heidenhain ND 7013
The ND 7013 digital readout provides advanced positioning support and machining assistance for manually operated machine tools.
- Reference point probing functions
- Tool data management
- Positioning assistance in MDI mode
- Tool radius compensation
- Machining pattern execution
- Cutting data calculator
Heidenhain POSITIP 8016
The POSITIP 8016 offers advanced support for manually operated machines with up to three NC-controlled axes.
- Programme creation and management
- Machining block programming
- Positioning assistance
- Reference point acquisition functions
- Tool management
- Machining pattern execution
- Cutting data calculator
- Spindle speed control
Typical Components Produced
- Brass distributors
- Steel wheel hubs
- Tool holder discs
- Prototype components
- Precision machined engineering parts
Dimensions and Weight
- Machine dimensions: 1,410 x 1,150 x 1,550 mm
- Machine weight: 500 kg
Summary
The Emcomat FB-3 is a robust and highly capable manual milling machine that combines vertical and horizontal milling functionality, precision linear guideways and advanced positioning systems within a compact footprint. Ideal for toolmaking, prototype manufacture, small-series production and training environments, it offers outstanding versatility, precision and long-term reliability.
