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JET JVM 836 3 Milling Machine with ACU-Rite 203 DRO
- $5,413.00
- Brands JET
- Product Code: 690190
- Availability: In Stock
JET JVM-836-3 Mill with ACU-Rite 203 DRO The JET JVM-836-3 is a heavy-duty vertical milling machine equipped with an ACU-Rite 203 digital readout (DRO) for improved positioning and dimensional control. Designed for professional machining environments, it provides a rigid platform for milling, drilling, boring, slotting, facing, and other general-purpose metalworking operations. The integrated DR..
Precision Milling Machine with ACU-Rite 203 DRO
JET JVM-836-3 Mill with ACU-Rite 203 DRO
The JET JVM-836-3 is a heavy-duty vertical milling machine equipped with an ACU-Rite 203 digital readout (DRO) for improved positioning and dimensional control. Designed for professional machining environments, it provides a rigid platform for milling, drilling, boring, slotting, facing, and other general-purpose metalworking operations.
The integrated DRO gives the operator a clear digital indication of axis position, making it easier to establish dimensions, repeat settings, and monitor table movement without relying solely on manual handwheel graduations.
Key Features
- ACU-Rite 203 digital readout — Provides clear digital positioning information for more convenient and accurate machining.
- Rigid knee-mill construction — Provides a stable platform for general-purpose milling.
- Turret and swivel milling head — Allows flexible head positioning for different machining setups.
- R-8 spindle taper — Compatible with a broad range of common milling tooling.
- Large work table — Provides useful space for workpieces, vises, fixtures, and accessories.
- Precision table movement — Supports controlled positioning along the machine axes.
- Adjustable knee — Allows convenient vertical positioning of the workpiece.
- Quill feed — Provides controlled spindle movement for drilling and related operations.
- Industrial construction — Designed for demanding machine-shop and fabrication environments.
- Versatile machining platform — Suitable for both one-off jobs and repeat production work.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | JET |
| Model | JVM-836-3 |
| Machine Type | Vertical Knee Milling Machine |
| DRO | ACU-Rite 203 |
| Table Size | Approximately 9 x 36 in. |
| Spindle Taper | R-8 |
| Head Type | Turret / Swivel |
| Machine Configuration | Knee Mill |
| Spindle | Vertical |
| Table Movement | X, Y and Z-axis positioning |
| Primary Applications | Milling, drilling, boring, facing, slotting, keyway cutting and general machining |
Specifications may vary depending on production revision and machine configuration. Confirm the current JET specification sheet for exact motor horsepower, voltage, spindle-speed range, spindle travel, table travel, maximum spindle-to-table distance, quill diameter, overall dimensions, and machine weight before purchase.
ACU-Rite 203 Digital Readout
The ACU-Rite 203 DRO is a major feature of this JVM-836-3 configuration.
Instead of depending entirely on handwheel graduations to determine machine position, the operator can use the digital display to monitor axis movement. This can simplify dimensional setup and make it easier to return to specific positions during a machining operation.
The DRO is particularly useful for work involving multiple dimensions, repeated cuts, or close positional tolerances.
Benefits of the DRO include:
- Easier position monitoring
- Faster setup
- Improved repeatability
- Reduced dependence on manual graduations
- Convenient reference when making multiple passes
- Simplified positioning for dimensional machining
The DRO provides positional information, but final machining accuracy still depends on proper machine setup, tooling, workholding, operator technique, and measurement.
Rigid Knee-Mill Design
The JVM-836-3 uses a conventional knee-type vertical milling machine design.
The adjustable knee allows the work table to be positioned vertically while maintaining a rigid relationship between the workpiece and spindle. This configuration is well suited to a broad range of milling operations.
The substantial machine construction helps provide stability when working with metal stock and when taking appropriately sized cuts.
Turret and Swivel Head
The milling head incorporates a turret and swivel arrangement, providing flexibility when positioning the spindle.
This allows the operator to configure the head for different machining requirements, including operations that require an angled spindle orientation.
For standard milling, the head can be positioned and aligned appropriately with the workpiece and table.
R-8 Spindle
The R-8 spindle taper is a widely used tooling standard on knee-type milling machines.
It provides compatibility with a wide selection of:
- R-8 collets
- End-mill holders
- Milling arbors
- Drill chucks
- Other compatible milling accessories
This makes it relatively easy to configure the machine for different machining operations.
Work Table
The approximately 9 x 36-inch work table provides a substantial platform for securing workpieces and mounting common workholding equipment.
The available table surface can accommodate applications involving:
- Machine vises
- Clamps
- Fixtures
- Rotary tables
- Angle plates
- Other milling accessories
Secure workholding is essential for safe and accurate machining.
Versatile Machining Capabilities
The JVM-836-3 can perform a wide variety of metalworking operations, including:
Face Milling
Used to produce flat surfaces on metal workpieces.
End Milling
Suitable for producing shoulders, steps, pockets, and other features.
Slotting
Allows slots and channels to be machined into a workpiece.
Keyway Cutting
Useful for producing keyways in suitable components.
Drilling
The vertical spindle and quill arrangement allow the machine to perform drilling operations in addition to milling.
Boring
Suitable tooling can be used for enlarging or finishing existing holes.
General Fabrication
The machine can handle many one-off, maintenance, repair, and prototype machining tasks.
Precision and Repeatability
The combination of the rigid milling platform and ACU-Rite 203 DRO makes the JVM-836-3 particularly useful for applications where repeatable positioning is important.
The DRO helps the operator monitor movement digitally, while the machine's mechanical table and knee provide controlled physical positioning.
For the best dimensional results, the machine should be properly leveled, tooling should be correctly installed, workpieces securely clamped, and dimensions verified with appropriate measuring equipment.
Typical Applications
The JET JVM-836-3 is suitable for:
- General machine-shop work
- Maintenance machining
- Repair work
- Toolroom operations
- Prototype machining
- Fabrication
- Metal component production
- Milling and drilling
- Slot and keyway machining
- Small-batch manufacturing
- Educational machining environments
Why Choose the JET JVM-836-3?
The JET JVM-836-3 Mill with ACU-Rite 203 DRO combines the proven versatility of a vertical knee mill with the convenience of digital positioning feedback.
Its ACU-Rite 203 DRO, R-8 spindle, turret/swivel head, substantial work table, adjustable knee, and rigid construction make it a versatile machine for shops performing a broad range of metalworking operations.
For machine shops, maintenance departments, toolrooms, fabricators, and professional machinists, the JVM-836-3 provides a capable platform for milling, drilling, boring, slotting, facing, keyway cutting, and general-purpose precision machining.