2018 Fanuc Robodrill a-D21MiB5ADV CNC Vertical Machining Center

The 2018 Fanuc Robodrill a-D21MiB5ADV is a compact vertical machining center built for high-throughput precision work in a tight floor footprint. This Advanced configuration pairs a 24,000 RPM BT30 spindle with a 35 HP peak motor, a 21-station drum-style ATC delivering 1.3-second cut-to-cut tool changes, and 54 m/min (2,126 IPM) rapid traverse across all axes. The machine's 5th-axis trunnion expands the standard 3-axis Robodrill envelope into full 5-axis simultaneous capability for parts that would otherwise require multiple setups, and the Fanuc Series 31i-B5 control keeps programming and operator interaction familiar to any Fanuc shop. Travels measure 19.7 x 15.75 x 15.75 inches over a 25.6 x 15.75 inch T-slot table rated for 880 lb, and the included Mist Buster fume collector supports cleaner operation in shared shop environments.

Compared to the previous-generation Fanuc Robodrill a-D21MiA5, the MiB5ADV upgrade delivers a higher-power spindle, faster rapid traverse, and the latest Fanuc 31i-B5 control with expanded servo response and improved 5-axis path control. The ADV (Advanced) tier specifically adds peak spindle torque and thermal stability gains over the standard MiB5 trim, making this configuration the production-grade option in the family - well-suited to medical, aerospace, and high-mix job-shop work where small-tool throughput and full 5-axis access to complex geometry matter more than table size.