Okuma & Howa Machinery Ltd. Millac 4VA - CNC Machines (1986)

Manufacturer: Okuma & Howa Machinery Ltd., Nagoya, Japan
Model: 4VA
Machine No.: 02479
Year of Make: 1986
Control: FANUC (type A02B-0076-B101, built in 1986)

Description of the machine

Vertical CNC machining center of the robust 4VA series made in Japan. The machine is complete and has a solid cast iron bed, which is designed for high stability and durability. The control unit is based on an older FANUC controller with CRT monitor and a German MATRA control panel. Hydraulic and coolant systems are available, including an integrated cooling unit. The machine is completely encased and has a large spindle hood with ventilation unit.
The device shows age-appropriate signs of wear and dirt in the work area. No obvious crash damage is visible. The optical condition of the outer sheet metal cladding is heavily used, but technically complete. Due to the advanced age, a retrofit effort may be necessary.
Features
• 3-axis machining center with stable machine bed
• FANUC control unit with full control panel
• MATRA control panel as a retrofit solution
• Hydraulic power unit at the rear of the machine
• Integrated cooling unit
• Complete spindle chamber with protective cover
• Coolant pan and chip collection container
• Cables, wires and ancillary equipment completely available

Condition

The machine is complete and in a heavily used condition due to its age. The control system works completely, control panel and monitor are available. The hydraulic system and cooling unit are installed. The machine shows clear traces of many years of use, but no visible structural damage. The machine is currently not starting properly.