HELLER HF-5500 HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The HELLER HF-5500 is a premium 5-axis horizontal machining center engineered for high-precision production work. This advanced system features a horizontal spindle orientation with a moving trunnion table, delivering exceptional spindle reach and tool projection capabilities in a compact footprint. The machine boasts a 900mm x 950mm x 930mm (35.4" x 37.4" x 35.4") work envelope with dual-pallet indexing for continuous 4-axis operation, enabling seamless part loading and unloading during machining cycles. The spindle operates at speeds up to 13,000 RPM with 45 kW (60.3 HP) motor power and delivers 400 Nm torque, accommodating HSK-A100 tool shanks. The 100-position chain-type tool magazine enables rapid tool changes in approximately 2.7 seconds, maximizing productivity. The rotary table features +45°/-180° A-axis and full 360° B-axis travel with direct-drive kinematics for dynamic 5-axis machining with the fifth axis in the workpiece. Control is managed by a Siemens 840D SL CNC system with integrated absolute measuring systems for high-precision positioning. Advanced features include thermal growth compensation, work-area flushing, high-pressure thru-spindle coolant delivery at 1,000 PSI, and gravity-assisted chip evacuation via conveyor system. Additional capabilities encompass optional Mill-Turn functionality, laser tool measurement, probe receivers, and a working-area camera.