The Acra AM 2V is a manual vertical knee-type milling machine designed for high-precision machining of metal and non-metal components. This machine is a workhorse of toolrooms, fabrication shops, and maintenance departments, built for durability, flexibility, and ease of use.
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What It Does
The Acra AM-2V is used to cut, shape, drill, bore, and surface materials, especially metals like steel, aluminum, brass, and cast iron. It uses rotating cutting tools mounted in a vertical spindle and moves the workpiece via a manually or power-driven table.
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Key Functions & Capabilities
Capability: Description
- Milling: Face milling, end milling, slotting, and contouring.
- Drilling & Boring: Precision drilling and boring with fine spindle feed and DROs (if equipped).
- Surface Facing: Creating smooth, flat finishes on part surfaces.
- Tapping (Manual): Internal thread cutting (with care, using manual feed or tapping head).
- Pocketing & Engraving For light-duty engraving or shaping cavities in parts.
- Angle Milling Tilting head allows bevels and compound angles.
- Precision Machining: Great for tight tolerances and tool & die work.
- Precision milling, drilling, boring, and tapping
- Manual feed with power feed capability (depending on accessories)
- 2-Axis Newall DP700 DRO for precise X and Y axis readout
- R-8 spindle accommodates a wide range of tooling
- Swiveling ram and tilting head for angular machining
- Large worktable supports fixtures, vises, and workpieces for versatility
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Machine Features That Enable These Functions
- Variable Spindle Speeds (60–4,200 RPM): Supports both rough and fine machining.
- Tilting & Swiveling Head (±90° Tilt): Ideal for angular cuts or complex part geometries.
- R 8 or NT 30 Spindle Taper: Compatible with a wide range of tooling
- Heavy-Duty Knee & Column Design: Allows deep cuts with stability and minimal vibration.
- Generous Table Travel (X/Y/Z): Accommodates medium-sized parts and tooling setups.
- One-Shot Lubrication & Way Covers: Protects moving parts and ensures long machine life.
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Common Applications
- General Machining: Fabricating brackets, plates, housings, shafts, and more.
- Tool & Die Making: Producing molds, jigs, and fixtures with high accuracy.
- Maintenance Shops: Ideal for custom repair parts and reworking components.
- Prototyping: Fast turnarounds on single-run parts or engineering test items.
- Training & Education: Frequently used in trade schools for hands-on machining education.
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Industries That Use This Machine
- Machine Shops
- Metal Fabrication
- Aerospace & Automotive
- Schools & Technical Colleges
- Manufacturing Plants
- Repair & Maintenance Facilities
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Summary Description
The Acra AM-2V is a rugged and precise vertical knee mill that offers dependable performance in milling, drilling, boring, and shaping operations. Built with hardened ways, variable spindle speeds, and a tilt/swivel head, it’s a versatile choice for both production and prototyping in industrial or educational settings.
This Acra 9″ x 42″ Vertical Knee Mill with a 3 HP R-8 spindle is a reliable and versatile machine tool for a wide range of milling applications. Its heavy-duty construction ensures rigidity, while the Newall DP700 2-Axis DRO enhances precision and reduces setup time. Ideal for both production environments and toolroom applications, this mill offers a perfect balance of power, precision, and ease of use.