2011 CHIRON FZ12KS VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 2011 Chiron FZ12 KS is a 5-axis CNC vertical machining center from Chiron Group SE of Tuttlingen, Germany, representing the short-spindle high-speed variant of the Series 12 platform. The KS designation denotes a reduced spindle nose-to-table distance optimized for ultra-high rotational speeds and the most demanding precision machining applications. The HSK-A50 spindle reaches a maximum speed of 24,000 RPM. Axis travels are 550 mm (21.6 inches) in X, 320 mm (12.6 inches) in Y — shorter than the standard FZ12's 400 mm Y travel — and 360 mm (14.1 inches) in Z, consistent with the KS short-reach geometry. A 48-position ATC supports complex multi-step production programs. Control is provided by the Fanuc 31i-A5 CNC system with 5-axis simultaneous contouring capability. Machine weight is approximately 7,000 lbs (3,175 kg). Overall machine dimensions were not confirmed in publicly available documentation. The FZ12 KS is suited for high-speed 5-axis precision machining of aerospace components, medical implants, and precision mechanical assemblies where spindle speed and multi-axis capability are the primary selection criteria. An optional rotary table enables additional part orientations for complex feature access.