HELLER FP 16000 HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The HELLER FP 16000 is a high-performance horizontal 5-axis machining center engineered for demanding production environments requiring precision, rigidity, and flexibility. With an X-axis travel of 94.488 inches (2,400 mm), Y-axis travel of 62.992 inches (1,600 mm), and Z-axis travel of 62.992 inches (1,600 mm), the machine delivers extensive working envelopes suitable for large and complex workpieces. The pallet, measuring 49.213 inches (1,250 mm) in width and 62.992 inches (1,600 mm) in length, supports heavy payloads and ensures stable workpiece clamping for high-torque operations. The FP 16000 features a robust design with roller bearing-mounted linear guides and stable YRT bearings in the rotary axes, enabling smooth motion and exceptional accuracy. Linear axes are driven by ball screws for high feed forces, while direct absolute measuring systems (glass scales) optimize precision and minimize position tolerance. The NC rotary indexing table, equipped with a gear drive, provides high circular milling torque and damping, ensuring maximum stability and high tilting moments. Automatic hydraulic rotary table clamping further enhances tangential torque capacity. The machine’s compact structure efficiently absorbs cutting forces, supporting heavy-duty machining of materials such as cast iron, steel, titanium, and light alloys. Designed for automation, the FP 16000 integrates seamlessly with pallet changers and handling systems, making it ideal for flexible manufacturing and high-volume production. Its advanced engineering, combined with a large, smooth-running door for optimized access, ensures efficient loading, setting, and maintenance. The FP 16000 stands as a benchmark in 5-axis horizontal machining, delivering superior surface finish, long tool life, and maximum productivity for the most challenging applications.