VT.15 Bench Top Drilling & Tapping Machine • 15mm Capacity • Digital Control System
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The ERLO VT.15 is the largest and most capable machine in the V Series, combining precision drilling, tapping functionality and advanced digital controls within a compact industrial bench top design. Designed for workshops requiring maximum capability from a small footprint, the VT.15 offers increased drilling capacity, larger work envelope and an MT2 spindle for greater tooling flexibility.
With a 15mm continuous drilling capacity, 18mm maximum drilling capacity and M12 tapping capacity, the VT.15 is well suited to maintenance departments, engineering workshops, assembly operations, prototype manufacture and light production environments. The MT2 spindle allows the use of a wider range of industrial tooling compared to the smaller B16 spindle machines in the range.
The machine features ERLO’s advanced OLED digital control system, allowing operators to select drilling or tapping modes, adjust spindle speed electronically and monitor machine parameters in real time. Functions including cycle counting, depth monitoring, parameter memory and electronic speed control improve repeatability while reducing setup time.
Constructed from high-quality cast iron components, the VT.15 provides excellent rigidity and accuracy while maintaining a compact footprint. The larger spindle-to-base distance and increased working envelope make it particularly suitable for taller workpieces and more demanding workshop applications.
With a robust 0.73 kW single-phase motor and variator speed control from 200 to 3500 rpm, the VT.15 offers real-time feedback and programmable control for depth and repeatability. The OLED touchscreen enables monitoring of spindle speed, drilling depth, and cycles. Ideal for repeat production or training tasks, the unit supports up to M12 tapping and features CE-certified safety components including a drill guard with micro-switch and emergency stop. The fixed table with T-slots ensures stable clamping for precision results.
Specifications
- Drilling Capacity: 18mm
- Continuous Drilling Capacity: 15mm
- Tapping Capacity: M12
- Spindle Sleeve: MT2
- Speed Range: 40 – 4000 rpm
- Motor Power: 0.75kW, 230V Single Phase
- Variator Type: Electronic
- Spindle Stroke: 70mm
- Throat Depth: 220mm
- Spindle to Table Distance: 85mm – 370mm
- Spindle to Base Distance: 750mm
- Column Diameter: 70mm
- Table Size: 300 x 250mm
- Number of T-Slots: 2
- Feed Type: Manual
- Head Height Adjustment: Rack Assisted
- Machine Dimensions: 400 x 520 x 850mm
- Machine Weight: 65kg
- Control System: Digital OLED Control Panel
- Operating Modes: Drilling and Tapping
Features
- Electronic variable speed control for precise spindle speed adjustment.
- Digital OLED control panel with intuitive rotary controller.
- Selectable drilling and tapping operating modes.
- Real-time spindle speed and drilling depth monitoring.
- Cycle counter for repetitive production operations.
- Smart memory function for stored machine parameters.
- Energy saving mode.
- Spindle stop functionality.
- Robust cast iron construction for rigidity and durability.
- Precision manual feed operation.
- Adjustable drilling depth stop.
- Tool ejector for convenient tooling changes.
- Emergency stop push button.
- Forward and reverse spindle rotation selection.
- Low voltage electrical equipment.
- Safety drill guard fitted with microswitch interlock.
- Fixed work table with T-slots.
- Rack-assisted head height adjustment.
- MT2 spindle for greater tooling flexibility.
- Designed and manufactured to CE requirements.
Optional Equipment
- Fixed drilling depth stop (Code: 212716)
- 80mm machine vice with 0-120mm opening (Code: 281140)
- Fast-switch self-adjusting chuck B16, 1-13mm (Code: 285133)
- Fast-action precision chuck B16, 1-13mm (Code: 285064)
- Base cabinet with door and drawer (Code: 250208)
- Intermediate table (Code: 290521) – Standard on VT.15
Optional accessories allow the VT.15 to be configured for precision drilling, tapping and engineering workshop applications while improving workholding capability, machine versatility and operator comfort.
The ERLO VT Series drilling and tapping machines feature an advanced digital control system designed to simplify setup, improve accuracy and increase productivity. The integrated OLED display provides clear visibility of machine settings while the intuitive rotary control allows rapid adjustment of drilling and tapping parameters.
ERLO VT Series digital control panel with drilling and tapping cycle management.
The digital control panel combines speed control, drilling cycle management and tapping functionality within a simple operator interface. The OLED display provides real-time feedback while the central rotary controller allows rapid adjustment of machine parameters.
Control Panel Features:
- OLED display with clear parameter visibility
- Simple rotary controller for machine setup
- Selectable drilling and tapping operating modes
- Electronic spindle speed adjustment
- Live display of spindle speed
- Target and actual drilling depth monitoring
- Cycle counter for production tracking
- Smart memory function for stored parameters
- Energy-saving mode
- Spindle stop functionality
- Sealed control panel design for workshop environments
The VT control system helps operators achieve repeatable drilling and tapping results while reducing setup time and improving productivity in maintenance, fabrication and light production environments.







