The Haas VF-2 is one of the most popular models in Haas Automation’s VF Series of vertical machining centers (VMCs). Compact yet powerful, the VF-2 is designed for small-to-medium-sized parts that require high precision and productivity. Known for its reliability, affordability, and ease of use, this machine is a staple in job shops, toolrooms, and production environments around the world.
The VF-2 features a rigid cast-iron construction, a 40-taper spindle, and inline direct-drive or belt-driven spindle options. It also includes Haas’ intuitive CNC control, which simplifies programming and daily operation. Despite its small footprint, the VF-2 offers impressive axis travels and a generous table size, making it a versatile solution for a wide range of materials and machining applications.
Widely used across aerospace, medical, automotive, electronics, and general engineering industries, the VF-2 can efficiently handle milling, drilling, boring, tapping, and light 3D contouring operations. Its compatibility with a wide range of Haas rotary tables also enables 4th and 5th axis machining, expanding its capabilities without needing a larger machine.
HAAS VF2SPECIFICATIONS
AXIS TRAVELS
X-Axis: 762 mm (30 in)
Y-Axis: 406 mm (16 in)
Z-Axis: 508 mm (20 in)
SPINDLE
Taper: CAT 40 or BT 40
Max Speed: 8,100 rpm (standard) or 10,000–15,000 rpm (optional)
Spindle Power: 22.4 kW (30 hp) vector drive
Drive Type: Inline direct or belt-driven (varies by model)
Max Torque: ~122 Nm
TABLE
Size: 914 mm × 356 mm (36 in × 14 in)
T-Slots: 3 slots, 16 mm width, 80 mm spacing
Max Table Load: 500 kg (1,100 lbs)
TOOL CHANGER
Capacity: 20 tools (standard carousel) or 24+1 (side-mount optional)
Max Tool Diameter: 89 mm (adjacent), 127 mm (non-adjacent)
Max Tool Length: 330 mm
Max Tool Weight: 5.4 kg
FEEDRATES
Max Cutting Feedrate: 12.7 m/min (500 ipm)
Rapid Traverse (X/Y/Z): 30.5 m/min (1,200 ipm)
COOLANT SYSTEM
Flood Coolant: Standard
Through-Spindle Coolant (TSC): Optional, up to 300 psi
Chip Auger or Conveyor: Optional
CONTROL SYSTEM
CNC: Haas Next-Gen Control
Display: 15” color LCD with USB, Ethernet, and WiFi
Features: Tool offsets, macros, DNC, rigid tapping, and probing (optional)
POWER & AIR REQUIREMENTS
Electrical Power: 20 – 30 kVA
Air Pressure: ~0.55 MPa (80 psi)
HAAS VF2 – GENERAL INFORMATION
Model: Haas VF-2
Machine Type: Vertical Machining Center (3-axis base)
Spindle Taper: 40-taper (CT or BT)
Control: Haas Next-Gen Control (NGC)
Frame: Cast iron with high rigidity and vibration damping
Cooling: Flood coolant with optional through-spindle coolant
HAAS VF2 – KEY CAPABILITIES
High-speed positioning with inline or belt-driven spindle
Excellent rigidity and accuracy for tight tolerance parts
Supports rotary tables for 4th and 5th axis capabilities
Built-in probing and tool setting options available
Easy integration with automation systems and pallet changers
User-friendly Haas control with built-in programming functions
