USED HAAS VF3SS – 2013
The HAAS VF3SS is a high-speed 40-taper Super-Speed vertical machining center designed for manufacturers requiring fast spindle speeds, rapid axis movement, quick tool changes, and reliable production performance. The 2013 HAAS VF3SS provides approximately 40″ x 20″ x 25″ of X-, Y-, and Z-axis travel, making it suitable for aerospace components, automotive parts, aluminum machining, industrial equipment, fixtures, tooling, molds, dies, and general precision manufacturing.
The machine is equipped with a 12,000 RPM inline direct-drive spindle rated at approximately 30 HP, providing a combination of high spindle speed and cutting power for a broad range of materials. The Super-Speed configuration also includes a 30+1 side-mount automatic tool changer, which allows faster tool changes and improved productivity in production environments.
The VF3SS is designed for high-speed machining, with rapid traverses of approximately 1,400 IPM on the X, Y, and Z axes and a maximum cutting feedrate of approximately 833 IPM. These capabilities make the machine particularly useful for high-speed aluminum machining, production work, and applications where cycle-time reduction is important.
The 2013 machine may include options such as probing, through-spindle coolant, chip conveyors, high-pressure coolant, programmable coolant, fourth-axis wiring, and additional tool capacity. The exact configuration should always be verified on the individual machine.
A used 2013 HAAS VF3SS can be an excellent choice for manufacturers seeking a high-speed VMC with a large work envelope and the production benefits of a Super-Speed spindle and tool changer.
HAAS VF3SS – AXIS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Machine Type | Super-Speed Vertical Machining Center |
| Axis Configuration | 3-Axis |
| X-Axis Travel | 40″ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 20″ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 25″ |
| 4th-Axis Capability | Available |
| 5th-Axis Capability | Available with Optional Rotary Equipment |
| CNC Interpolation | 3-Axis Standard |
HAAS VF3SS – AXIS TRAVELS / WORK ENVELOPE
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 40″ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 20″ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 25″ |
| Spindle Nose to Table, Maximum | Approx. 29.2″ |
| Spindle Nose to Table, Minimum | Approx. 4.2″ |
| Maximum Workpiece Size | Configuration Dependent |
| Large-Part Machining Capability | Excellent |
| Rotary Compatibility | Available |
The 40″ x 20″ x 25″ travel envelope provides substantial capacity for medium-to-large workpieces and fixtures.
HAAS VF3SS – CAPACITY / TABLE
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Table Type | Fixed T-Slot Table |
| Table Length | 48″ |
| Table Width | 18″ |
| Number of Standard T-Slots | 5 |
| T-Slot Center Distance | 3.15″ |
| Maximum Table Load | Approx. 1,750 lbs Evenly Distributed |
| Workholding | Fixtures, Vises, and Custom Tooling |
The 48″ x 18″ table provides a useful workholding surface for production fixtures and large components.
HAAS VF3SS – SPINDLE
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Spindle Speed | 12,000 RPM |
| Spindle Motor Power | 30 HP |
| Maximum Torque | Approx. 90 ft-lb at 2,000 RPM |
| Spindle Taper | CT40 / BT40 |
| Drive System | Inline Direct-Drive |
| Spindle Cooling | Liquid Cooled |
| Bearing Lubrication | Air / Oil Injection |
| Rigid Tapping | Available |
| Through-Spindle Coolant | Optional |
The 12,000 RPM inline direct-drive spindle is one of the key features of the VF3SS and supports high-speed machining and fast material removal.
HAAS VF3SS – TOOL CHANGER
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Tool Changer Type | Side-Mount Tool Changer |
| Standard Tool Capacity | 30+1 Tools |
| Tool Selection | Random Access |
| Maximum Tool Diameter | Configuration Dependent |
| Maximum Tool Weight | Approx. 12 lbs |
| Tool-to-Tool Time | Approx. 1.6 Seconds |
| Chip-to-Chip Time | Approx. 2.2 Seconds |
The high-speed 30+1 side-mount tool changer supports efficient production machining and reduces non-cutting time between operations.
HAAS VF3SS – CONTROL SYSTEM
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| CNC Control | Haas CNC Control |
| Display | Color LCD / Configuration Dependent |
| Program Memory | Configuration Dependent |
| Programming Format | G-Code and Conversational Programming |
| Rigid Tapping | Available |
| Advanced Tool Management | Available |
| Ethernet Connectivity | Configuration Dependent |
| USB Connectivity | Configuration Dependent |
| Remote Jog Handle | Optional |
| Macros | Configuration Dependent |
Control specifications can vary depending on the exact software version and options installed on the individual 2013 machine.
HAAS VF3SS – FEEDRATES
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| X-Axis Rapid Traverse | Approx. 1,400 IPM |
| Y-Axis Rapid Traverse | Approx. 1,400 IPM |
| Z-Axis Rapid Traverse | Approx. 1,400 IPM |
| Maximum Cutting Feedrate | Approx. 833 IPM |
| Servo Drive System | Standard |
| High-Speed Machining | Standard Super-Speed Configuration |
The VF3SS is designed for high-speed axis movement, with approximately 1,400 IPM rapid traverses and up to approximately 833 IPM cutting feedrate.
HAAS VF3SS – COOLANT / CHIP MANAGEMENT
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Flood Coolant System | Standard |
| Coolant Capacity | Approx. 55 Gallons |
| Multi-Stage Coolant Pump | Standard |
| Window Air Blast | Available |
| Chip Washdown | Available |
| Chip Auger | Optional |
| Chip Conveyor | Optional |
| Through-Spindle Coolant | Optional |
| High-Pressure Coolant | Optional |
| Programmable Coolant | Available |
HAAS VF3SS – PROBING & AUTOMATION OPTIONS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Work Probe | Available |
| Tool Setter | Available |
| Renishaw Probing | Configuration Dependent |
| 4th-Axis Integration | Available |
| Rotary Table Integration | Available |
| Remote Jog Handle | Available |
| Robotic Integration | Possible |
| Lights-Out Manufacturing | Configuration Dependent |
HAAS VF3SS – POWER REQUIREMENTS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Standard Input Voltage | 220 VAC |
| High-Voltage Option | 440 VAC |
| Electrical Requirement | 3 Phase |
| Full-Load Current at 220V | Approx. 70 A |
| Full-Load Current at 440V | Approx. 35 A |
| Air Requirement | Approx. 4 SCFM at 100 PSI |
| Minimum Air Pressure | Approx. 80 PSI |
Electrical requirements should be confirmed using the individual machine’s electrical documentation and nameplate.
HAAS VF3SS – DIMENSIONS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Machine Construction | High-Speed Vertical Machining Center |
| Domestic Shipping Dimensions | Approx. 152″ x 99″ x 106″ |
| Export Shipping Dimensions | Approx. 131″ x 91.5″ x 101″ |
| Approximate Shipping Weight | Approx. 11,720 lbs |
| Installation Type | Industrial Installation Recommended |
| Machine Footprint | Large-Format VMC |
Actual dimensions and weight may vary depending on the installed tool changer, chip conveyor, coolant system, and other options.
HAAS VF3SS – GENERAL INFORMATION
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Haas Automation |
| Model | VF3SS |
| Year | 2013 |
| Machine Category | Super-Speed Vertical Machining Center |
| Spindle Taper | 40-Taper |
| Spindle Speed | 12,000 RPM |
| Primary Application | High-Speed Precision Machining |
| Production Environment | Job Shop to High-Volume Production |
INDUSTRIES THAT USE HAAS VF3SS
The HAAS VF3SS is used in aerospace, automotive, medical, defense, electronics, industrial equipment, mold and die, and general contract manufacturing.
Aerospace manufacturers can use the machine for aluminum structural components, brackets, housings, fixtures, and other precision parts. Automotive manufacturers use the VF3SS for production components, prototypes, tooling, fixtures, and specialized parts.
Medical and electronics manufacturers benefit from the machine’s high-speed spindle and fast tool changes when producing precision components. General job shops can use the VF3SS for both short-run production and repeat manufacturing.
The combination of a 40-inch X-axis travel, 25-inch Z-axis travel, 12,000 RPM spindle, and fast tool changer makes the VF3SS a versatile machine for a wide range of production applications.
TYPICAL PARTS HAAS VF3SS CAN PRODUCE
The HAAS VF3SS can produce aerospace brackets, aluminum structural components, automotive parts, medical components, industrial housings, production fixtures, tooling plates, mold components, automation parts, and custom-engineered products.
The 12,000 RPM spindle makes the machine particularly suitable for high-speed aluminum machining and applications requiring high spindle speeds. The 30+1 side-mount tool changer supports operations requiring frequent tool changes.
Typical applications include high-speed roughing, aluminum machining, precision finishing, production fixtures, complex components, prototype parts, and repeat manufacturing.
WHY CHOOSE HAAS VF3SS
The primary advantage of the HAAS VF3SS is its combination of high spindle speed, fast axis movement, rapid tool changes, and a large 40″ x 20″ x 25″ work envelope.
The 12,000 RPM inline direct-drive spindle is suitable for high-speed cutting and production applications. The 30+1 side-mount tool changer helps reduce tool-change time, while the high-speed axis rapids reduce non-cutting time between operations.
The VF3SS is especially well suited for manufacturers machining aluminum and other materials where high spindle speed and fast feedrates can significantly improve productivity. The machine also retains the versatility of a conventional 40-taper vertical machining center.
For manufacturers requiring a balance of production speed, work envelope, and tooling flexibility, the VF3SS remains a strong option in the used CNC market.
WHY BUY USED HAAS VF3SS
Purchasing a used 2013 HAAS VF3SS allows manufacturers to acquire a high-speed Super-Speed vertical machining center at a lower capital investment than purchasing newer equipment.
The machine offers a 12,000 RPM spindle, 30+1 side-mount tool changer, fast axis rapids, and a large work envelope. These features make it suitable for both production machining and general job-shop applications.
A used VF3SS may also include valuable options such as probing, through-spindle coolant, chip conveyors, high-pressure coolant, fourth-axis equipment, and additional tooling.
Because the machine is from 2013, buyers should carefully inspect the spindle, ballscrews, linear guides, axis accuracy, tool changer, control system, coolant system, lubrication system, and machine geometry. Spindle hours and maintenance records are particularly important when evaluating the condition of a used Super-Speed machine.
A well-maintained VF3SS can provide many years of productive service and may offer an excellent combination of high-speed machining capability and acquisition value.
HOW MUCH DOES A USED HAAS VF3SS COST?
A used 2013 HAAS VF3SS typically sells for approximately $35,000 to $65,000, depending on spindle hours, overall mechanical condition, installed options, maintenance history, tooling, and seller location.
Machines with a healthy 12,000 RPM spindle, accurate axes, a properly functioning 30+1 tool changer, documented maintenance, probing, through-spindle coolant, chip management, and fourth-axis capability may command prices toward the upper end of this range.
Machines with high spindle hours, spindle wear, ballscrew or linear-guide problems, tool changer faults, control issues, or missing production options may be priced considerably lower.
The Super-Speed configuration adds value compared with a standard VF3 because of its 12,000 RPM spindle, rapid axis movement, and high-speed side-mount tool changer. The installed options can further influence the final market value.
Buyers should perform a complete under-power inspection and verify spindle performance, axis movement, machine geometry, tool changer operation, coolant system, lubrication system, control electronics, and maintenance records.
In addition to the purchase price, buyers should budget for transportation, rigging, installation, electrical connection, tooling, inspection, and any required repairs. For manufacturers seeking high-speed machining capability in a versatile 40-taper VMC, a used 2013 HAAS VF3SS can provide a strong combination of speed, capacity, and flexibility.
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