FANUC CNC Machines
FANUC is a world-class CNC machine brand that offers industry-leading CNC automation solutions and machine tools, including robots, RoboCut EDM, and RoboDrill advanced vertical machining centers.
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FANUC ROBODRILL CNC Machines
FANUC ROBODRILL vertical machining centers are built for speed, reliability, consistency, and automation ready production. These compact BBT30 machining platforms are trusted by manufacturers around the world for drilling, tapping, and high speed milling where cycle time, uptime, and repeatability matter more than having a large footprint machine.
Methods Machine Tools supports ROBODRILL customers with automation integration, process development, and nationwide service, whether you run a single machine or a large-production plant.
As we say at Methods, “If your part fits on a RoboDrill, it should be cut on RoboDrill!”
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What Makes ROBODRILL Different
What started as a drill and tap machine, the ROBODRILL has evolved over the years into a dynamic platform ready to cut a range of materials whether in the traditional, 3-axis setup, 4-axis with a rotary table, or full, simultaneous 5-axis machining.. It is designed to operate with the lowest downtime and highest reliability that deliver repeatable accuracy.
High speed motion and fast tool changes
The RoboDrill’s spindle operate at 10K – 24K RPM with higher rigidity than even a competitor’s 27K spindle. The RoboDrill features TCP with rotational axis compensation to ensure the tightest tolerances cut after cut at 1.4 seconds from chip to chip.
FANUC control platform and motion quality
ROBODRILL pairs the machine with FANUC CNC architecture, including the FANUC 31i-B and 31i-B5 CNC system and motion control features called out by Methods such as Ai Contour Control and thermal growth compensation.
Compact footprint that scales
Your baseline copy is right to emphasize throughput per square foot. ROBODRILL lets manufacturers scale output by adding machines and automation without expanding floor space.
Built for automation from the start
ROBODRILL is commonly deployed with robotic tending, probing, and pallet systems. Methods explicitly position the platform as easy to automate, with dedicated automation solutions available.
Benefits of FANUC ROBODRILL CNC Machines
Shorter cycle times in drilling and tapping work
Fast tool changes [0.7 seconds tool to tool], rapid motion [2,126 in./min rapids], and rigid tapping-oriented capability reduce cycle time, especially on parts with many holes, threads, and tool changes.
Consistent accuracy and repeatability at production speeds
Stable machine construction and FANUC motion control are designed to hold consistent part geometry over long production runs.
Lower cost of ownership and high uptime focus
Your baseline calls out ROI driven by uptime and operating efficiency, which matches how ROBODRILL is typically justified in production environments.
Flexible production for high mix or high volume
ROBODRILL works in high volume production and high mix job shop environments, particularly where setups are frequent and cycle time matters.
Strong technical foundation for common ROBODRILL configurations
Official ROBODRILL literature commonly lists BBT30 taper, 14/21/28 tool ATC, rapid traverse up to 2,126 inches per minute, and optional 24,000 rpm spindle configurations depending on model.
FANUC ROBODRILL Machines From Methods Machine Tools
ROBODRILL machining center lineup
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Pallet changer productivity with PC2
For higher spindle utilization and unattended potential, the ROBODRILL PC2 system adds a factory installed pallet changer concept focused on production throughput.
Automation options for lights out machining
Methods offers compact automation built around ROBODRILL, including the Plus-K automation system, and broader integration support through:
Multi-axis capability
ROBODRILL can be configured with rotary and trunnion solutions for multi-axis machining. Learn more under 5 Axis CNC Machines