BARDONS & OLIVER INC. SC-25 HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The Bardons & Oliver SC-25 is a heavy-duty, 4-axis horizontal machining center engineered for large-diameter turning and complex multi-axis operations. Featuring a single main spindle capable of 850 RPM with 80 HP continuous rating, this machine accommodates workpieces up to 26 inches in diameter and 118 inches in length, with a maximum swing of 29 inches and bar stock capacity of 10 inches. The chuck diameter measures 24 inches, providing substantial gripping force for demanding applications. The SC-25 employs dual tool carriers—Turret 1 and Turret 2—enabling simultaneous cutting with two tools to maximize productivity. Turret 1 holds up to 6 turning tools while Turret 2 accommodates 5 turning tools, with an additional 6-position rotary tool turret delivering 10 HP at 2,000 RPM for secondary milling and drilling functions. The machine's 4-axis configuration allows precise control over X, Y, and Z movements plus rotary positioning, with rapid traverse rates of 250 inches per minute on linear axes and maximum feed rates of 200 inches per minute, delivering efficient chip removal and cycle times. With 13.75 inches of X-axis travel, this machine is ideally suited for aerospace, automotive, and heavy industrial applications requiring precision machining of large chucker-style and bar-fed components with superior rigidity and repeatability.