Among over 20 high-performance machines, Mazak introduces the all new Horizontal Center Nexus (HCN) 4000-III Horizontal Machining Center with design features to increase productivity, precision, reliability, and production value. These key features include four spindle variations, taper cone pallets, and extensive factory automation compatibility.
For fast, efficient, and versatile machining of a wide variety of materials from steels to nonferrous metals, the HCN 4000-III can be equipped with one of four integral motor spindle types – standard, high torque, semi-high speed, or high speed. The standard 40-taper 12,000rpm spindle provides power and speed for general machining applications, while the high-torque heavy-duty 40-taper 14,000rpm version generates 223 ft/lb of torque to increase metal removal rates for hard to machine materials, steel, and cast iron. With maximum speeds of 18,000rpm and 30,000rpm, the 40-taper semi high-speed and HSK high-speed versions allow for faster machining and superior surface finishes when cutting aluminum and other nonferrous workpieces.
With its choice of spindles, the HCN 4000-III is equipped with a 40-position tool storage magazine. Mazak also offers optional 60-, 80-, 120-, and 160-postion magazines in addition to its tool hive magazines with either 180, 240 or 330 positions. The large tool storage capacity of the HCN 4000-III allows shops to handle a wide variety of parts in small lot sizes and perform continuous unattended machining over long periods of time.
As part of its 2-pallet changer, the HCN 4000-III’s 15.75”2 (400mm2) pallets use 4-point tapered-cone clamping systems instead of center-clamping ones. The tapered-cone pallets increase machining rigidity and extend tool life while providing stability for increased allowable machining thrust, especially for larger/taller workpieces.
For automated operation, a standalone robot can be used to load and unload the HCN 4000-III. Plus, the machine is easily incorporated into Mazak’s Palletech Automation System. Available in one or two level configurations for the HCN 4000-III, the Palletech system provides the flexibility for shorter product lifecycles, reduced in-process inventory, and just-in-time production, as well as completely automated, lights-out, done-in-one cell manufacturing.
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