New from Niigata Machine Techno USA, the HN80E-5X 5-axis horizontal machining centre is the latest and largest addition to the builder’s heavy-duty HN-5X Series. The HN80E-5X features 49.2” of travel in the X-axis, 48.4” in Y and 47.2” in Z, and allows a maximum workpiece diameter of 49.2”, height of 39.4” and weight of 3,300lbs. Incorporating the solid cast iron X and Z base of Niigata’s HN100D-II Heavy Duty Boxway Horizontal Machining Centre, the HN80E-5X provides maximum rigidity, stability and accuracy. The simultaneous 5-axis machining of the HN80E-5X results in improved cycle times and machined surfaces of complicated and 3D curved components. A quick and easy 5-axis compensation function ensures high accuracy over extended periods. Five-face machining means a reduced number of setups and simplified fixtures for a substantially reduced changeover time. For additional efficiency, the tool magazine is driven by a servo motor for fast and reliable indexing. As with all HN-5X machines, the guide ways of the HN80E-5X consist of a combination of hardened and ground hand-scraped turcite for stability and vibration damping characteristics, as well as a long life. The cross section of the rectangular guide ways is thick and wide for maximum machine rigidity. Niigata’s bifurcated bell-shaped column further contributes to rigidity and metal cutting efficiency. Both ends of Niigata’s exclusively designed heavy duty 5-axis trunnion table are supported by the High Load Type Roller BRG and a Double-Lead Worm Gear System for low frequency machining. For consistent long-life dynamic machine accuracy, the HN80E-5X is equipped with an optical scale feedback system (on X, Y, Z axes) and an inductive scale feedback system (on A, B axes) as standard. A high torque, heavy duty spindle complements the rigid machine frame. The spindle head stock consists of mono-cast (single piece) castings for more powerful milling and greater accuracy than bolt-together type spindle heads. The HN80E-5X comes equipped with the FANUC 30iM controller. A variety of 5-axis machining support software is available. www.niigatausa.com Mike Richardson Tags Niigata Machine Techno USA 5-axis cnc machine tools Horizontal machining centres (HMC) Share This Article Tweet Share Share Share Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter Further Articles Microchip expands space-qualified power converter family 5-axis vice for demanding applications New parting off geometry for high feed rates Most recent Articles Aerospace manufacturing projects to offer opportunity to industry GKN Aerospace expands partnership with General Atomics Smiths Interconnect flies high on F-35 aircraft Share This Article Tweet Share Share Share Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter