COMPOSITES - LARGE FORMAT - THREE DIMENSIONAL PATTERNS - AEROSPACE - MARINE
LFM (LARGE FORMAT)
Large bed 3-axis CNC router with moving bridge and stationary table for large composite parts and three dimensional patterns
A High-Production System to Solve Your Challenges
The LFM is a complete CNC routing system engineered for high throughput. With superior rigidity, dual steel tables, and high-efficiency tool changers, it is designed to keep your shop productive and profitable.
Maximize Throughput & Yield
Achieve continuous production with the dual in-line table configuration, which virtually eliminates downtime. The moving gantry system allows for optimal nesting, maximizing sheet utilization and minimizing waste.
Optimized & Efficient Tooling
A 5 Position At-the-Head Automatic Tool Changer handles a wide variety of tooling for any job, reducing manual changes and speeding up production cycles.
Uncompromising Quality
Thermwood's SuperControl, combined with three-dimensional laser-compensated axis alignment and intelligent servo drives, ensures every part is machined with accuracy, consistency, and the tightest tolerances.
LFM (LARGE FORMAT)
Large bed 3-axis CNC routers with a moving bridge and stationary table, designed for two and three dimensional machining of large composite parts and three dimensional patterns. Available Table Sizes: 10'x20', 10'x30', 10'x45'
Core Features
- Fixed Stress-Relieved Steel Table (10'x45' Length Shown)
- (9) 5'x10' High Flow Vacuum Zones (on Model Shown)
- Moving Gantry
- 18 HP 24,000 RPM Variable Speed Router
- 5 Position At-the-Head Automatic Tool Changer
- Fast Indexing Speeds of over 3,000 IPM
- High-Tolerance Tool Length Sensor
- 11 Programmable Pop-Up Pins for Ease of Part Location
- Total Automatic Lubrication System
- Touch Screen Ultra 6 SuperControl
Available Options
- Remote Start/Stop Pedestal
- Wireless Probe Position Verification System
- Three Dimensional Laser Compensated Axis Alignment
- Siemens Intelligent Servo Drives Throughout
- 1 TB Solid State SATA Hard Drive
- Air-Conditioned Control Cabinet
LFM Large Format Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Thermwood LFM Large Format CNC router used for?
The Thermwood LFM Series are large bed 3-axis CNC routers designed for two and three dimensional machining of large composite parts and three dimensional patterns. They are used in industries requiring high-throughput machining of oversized parts including aerospace, composites, marine, and industrial pattern making.
What table sizes are available for the Thermwood LFM?
The Thermwood LFM is available in three table sizes: 10'x20', 10'x30', and 10'x45'. All configurations feature a fixed stress-relieved steel table with a moving gantry.
How fast does the Thermwood LFM index?
The Thermwood LFM achieves fast indexing speeds of over 3,000 IPM (inches per minute), making it one of Thermwood's highest-throughput 3-axis platforms.
What spindle does the Thermwood LFM use?
The Thermwood LFM features an 18 HP variable speed router running at up to 24,000 RPM, paired with a 5 Position At-the-Head Automatic Tool Changer and a high-tolerance tool length sensor.
How does the Thermwood LFM maximize production throughput?
The LFM is engineered for continuous high-production operation through its dual in-line table configuration, which virtually eliminates downtime between cycles. The moving gantry system enables optimal nesting to maximize sheet utilization and minimize material waste.
What control system does the Thermwood LFM use?
The Thermwood LFM uses the Touch Screen Ultra 6 SuperControl, Thermwood's advanced CNC control system, combined with three-dimensional laser-compensated axis alignment and intelligent servo drives for precision and repeatability.
What industries use the Thermwood LFM Large Format CNC router?
The Thermwood LFM is used across industries requiring large-format CNC machining including aerospace, composite fabrication, marine and boat building, three dimensional pattern and mold making, military and defense, and wind energy.
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