+GF+ MIKRON HSM 500LP VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The +GF+ MIKRON HSM 500LP is a precision vertical machining center engineered for tool and mold manufacturing and small- to medium-series production of high-quality components. This three-axis system features a compact worktable measuring 21.65" x 17.72" with a maximum workpiece capacity of 265 lbs, accommodating diverse job shop requirements. The machine is equipped with a Step-Tec high-speed spindle running up to 42,000 rpm at full capacity, delivering 11.4 hp at 30-minute rating with HSK-E40 tooling interface for rapid tool changes. The 18-position automatic tool changer provides rapid tool access, expandable to 68 positions for extended production runs. Travel distances span 19.69" (X), 17.73" (Y), and 14.17" (Z) axes with impressive rapid traverse speeds of 1,653 ipm on all axes. The machine incorporates absolute optical linear scales with 0.02 μm measuring increments on all three axes, ensuring exceptional positioning accuracy and repeatability. Advanced thermal management through liquid-cooled spindle, drives, and electrical cabinet maintains consistent precision during extended operations. The polymer concrete machine base provides superior vibration damping and thermal inertia, while the integrated vibration monitoring system actively compensates for thermal displacement of the tool center point. Control is managed via Heidenhain iTNC 530 CNC with Ethernet connectivity, offering user-definable parameters for optimized milling processes balancing time, surface finish, and accuracy requirements.