The application of vertical machining centers in the new energy industry is expanding due to industrial upgrades. They are well - suited for manufacturing core components of new energy vehicles. For motor shell and rotor bracket made of aluminum or magnesium alloy, a high - speed spindle with five - axis linkage is needed for complex surface processing, and the vertical machining center ensures precise multi - hole processing. When processing the thin - walled electronic control system shell, the spindle needs high dynamic response, and specific tool holders and tools can meet high - precision milling requirements. The battery pack pallet requires a large vertical machining center, and multi - station clamping and an automatic tool changing system enable multiple processes within 30 minutes. For lightweight vehicle structural components, high - speed milling combined with layered cutting technology can produce complex structures with high material removal rate and strict dimensional tolerances.
The application of vertical machining centers in the new energy industry is expanding with industrial upgrades. Their high precision and flexible processing capabilities are well-suited to the manufacturing needs of core components in new energy vehicles. The following analysis focuses on the processing of core components in new energy vehicles:
Motor Shell and Rotor Bracket:
These components, made from aluminum alloy or magnesium alloy, require a high-speed spindle (12000-24000r/min) with five-axis linkage for efficient processing of complex surfaces and heat dissipation fins. For example, the coaxiality requirement for the bearing holes in the motor shell is ≤0.01mm. The vertical machining center ensures precise processing of multiple holes through linear optical scale feedback and thermal compensation systems.
Electronic Control System Shell:
To meet lightweight requirements, when processing thin-walled parts (wall thickness ≤2mm), the spindle must have high dynamic response to prevent deformation caused by cutting vibrations. Using HSK-E40 tool holders and diamond-coated tools, the surface roughness can be achieved to Ra≤1.6μm, meeting the high-precision milling requirements for electromagnetic shielding structures.
Battery Pack Pallet:
As a typical component in new energy vehicles, the pallet typically measures 2000mm x 1500mm and requires a large vertical machining center capable of supporting a load of at least 8 tons. Through multi-station clamping and an automatic tool changing system (ATC tool magazine with at least 40 tools), the pallet can undergo multiple processes, including countersunk holes, threaded holes, and sealing grooves, with a cycle time controlled within 30 minutes.
Lightweight structural components of the vehicle:
such as aluminum alloy bumpers and battery pack frames, must balance strength and weight reduction. The vertical machining center uses high-speed milling (feed rate ≥ 30m/min) combined with layered cutting technology to produce complex structures with reinforcing ribs. This process achieves a material removal rate of over 70%, while maintaining dimensional tolerances within ±0.05mm.
