HAAS AUTOMATION, INC. EC-500 HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The Haas EC-500 is a robust horizontal machining center engineered for high-volume production and unattended operation. Featuring a CAT-40 spindle with standard 8,000 RPM capability (upgradeable to 12,000 RPM), the machine delivers 20 HP in its base configuration, with an optional 30 HP upgrade for demanding applications. The work envelope accommodates 19.69" × 19.69" pallets with a maximum workpiece capacity of 1,000 lbs, supported by dual pallet changers with rapid 9-second change times. Travel distances include 32" on the X-axis, 20" on the Y-axis, and 28" on the Z-axis, all achieving rapid traverse rates of 1,000 ipm. The standard 20-position side-mount automatic tool changer executes tool changes in 1.6 seconds, with optional configurations expanding capacity to 70 tools. The machine provides full 4-axis capability as an option, enabling 1-degree face-gear indexing for complex part orientations. Control is managed through Haas CNC systems with through-spindle coolant (300 PSI) as standard, enabling efficient chip evacuation and precision cooling. The EC-500's stepped casting design ensures structural rigidity and thermal stability essential for aerospace, automotive, and heavy machinery applications. Optional features include high-speed machining capabilities, programmable coolant nozzles, and enhanced spindle speeds, making it adaptable to diverse manufacturing requirements.