CITIZEN K16E VII HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The CITIZEN K16E VII is a precision Swiss-type CNC turning center engineered for high-accuracy, complex part production in automotive and aerospace applications. This horizontally-oriented machine features a main spindle with a 0.630" turning diameter and 7.870" maximum turning length, paired with a sub-spindle for simultaneous dual-spindle operations. The main spindle delivers 15,000 RPM with 3.00 HP standard power (5.00 HP optional), while the sub-spindle operates at 10,000 RPM with 1.00 HP, enabling efficient back-working capabilities. The machine accommodates up to two simultaneous cutting tools and provides seven programmable axes (X1, Y1, Z1, X2, Z2, C1, C2) plus an A7 loader axis, controlled via the advanced Cincom System M7 control with Mitsubishi Meldas 70LPC technology. All-axis simultaneous capability reduces idle times by 40-50%, making it ideal for small to medium batch production. The compact footprint of 3.7 × 6.2 feet combined with a rigid machine bed and exceptional thermal stability ensures consistent precision and part repeatability. Rapid traverse rates of 945 ipm across X, Y, and Z axes accelerate production cycles. With capacity for up to 23 mounted tools and user-friendly multi-line, multi-axes programming, the K16E VII simplifies setup for complex jobs while delivering superior productivity and accuracy for precision-demanding applications.