Why Choose Colchester Manual Bed Milling Machines?

Our manual bed milling machines are designed with the user in mind, incorporating advanced features that enhance productivity, precision, and durability. Whether you are engaged in complex angular machining or heavy-duty operations, our machines provide the reliability and performance you need.

Explore our range of manual bed milling machines and experience the Colchester difference. For more information or to request a quote, please contact us at sales@colchester.co.uk or visit our showroom in Elland, West Yorkshire.

Key Features of Our Manual Bed Milling Machines:

X-Axis Auto Feed Variable-speed control

Our machines come equipped with an X-Axis auto feed variable-speed controlled by AC servo motor, providing smooth and precise adjustments. For added versatility, an optional Y auto feed variable-speed by AC servo motor is also available.

High Precision Ballscrews on XY Axes

Precision is paramount. Our manual bed milling machines feature high precision ballscrews on the X and Y axes, ensuring exceptional accuracy and minimal backlash.

Heavy Duty Wide Saddle

With a saddle length of 1016mm (40”), our machines offer full support to the table, accommodating heavy-duty machining tasks with ease.

Rigid Square Ways on X and Y

The rigid square ways on the X and Y axes provide enhanced stability and precision during operation, contributing to the overall rigidity and performance of the machine.

Meehanite Casting

Our machines are built using licensed Meehanite casting, known for its superior strength and durability, ensuring long-lasting performance.

Hardened and Ground Slideways (X,Y & Z) and Table

All slideways and the machine table are hardened and ground to provide maximum wear resistance and longevity, maintaining precision over extended use.

Turcite-B Coated on the X,Y & Z Axes Slideways and Gibs

The X, Y & Z axes slideways and gibs are coated with Turcite-B, reducing friction and wear, and enhancing the smoothness and accuracy of movement.

Adjustable Milling Head

The head of our manual bed milling machines can be tilted +/-45 degrees to the right and left, allowing for versatile angular machining operations.

Counter-balance Weight Device

A counter-balance weight device for the milling head ensures stable and precise movement, improving overall machining accuracy.

Telescopic Steel Cover

To protect the slideways and ballscrew from dust and debris, our machines are equipped with a telescopic steel cover, maintaining optimal performance and reducing maintenance needs.

Models Available:

B185: Features a 305mm x 1270mm table, ideal for precise and demanding machining tasks. Available with either a 10-step (B185-SP) or variable speed (B185VS-SP) spindle.

Standard Features

• X-Axis Auto Feed Variable-speed control
• High Precision Ballscrews on XY Axes
• Heavy Duty Wide Saddle
• Rigid Square Ways on X and Y
• Meehanite Casting
• Hardened and Ground Slideways (X,Y & Z) and Table
• Turcite-B Coated on the X,Y & Z Axes Slideways and Gibs
• Adjustable Milling Head
• Counter-balance Weight Device
• Telescopic Steel Cover
• Column Splash Guard (two pieces, left & right)
• LED Work Light
• Safety Guarding on Spindle

Optional Features:

• LCD Quill Scale
• Air Power Drawbar (NST#40)
• 1420mm Table & Longer Saddle + Longer Column (150mm longer than standard)
• Ballscrew on Z Axis
• Type Table Guarding
• Voltage Change to 380V~460V
• 10KVA Transformer (for voltage 460~600V)
• Tooling packages