HELLER MACHINE TOOLS H 16000 HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The Heller H 16000 is a heavy-duty horizontal 4-axis machining center engineered for precision production of large workpieces. It features a robust table measuring 39.3" x 39.3" with a maximum workpiece capacity of 8,800 lbs, supported by an integrated rotary indexing table as standard equipment. The machine utilizes a horizontal HSK-A 100 spindle taper with dual speed options: 8,000 rpm at 57 HP or an optional 12,500 rpm at 79 HP configuration, delivering torques up to 1,146 Nm for demanding cutting operations. Linear axes provide substantial travel ranges—94.48" in X, 63" in Y and Z—with rapid traverse rates reaching 1,611 ipm across all linear axes, while the B-axis offers continuous 360° rotary indexing. The automatic tool changer accommodates 50 tools standard (expandable to 425), achieving remarkably fast 6.7-second chip-to-chip times through dual NC-axis gripper design. Advanced features include direct absolute glass-scale measuring systems for maximum precision, topology-optimized cast iron structural components for superior rigidity and damping, and permanent spindle cooling for thermal stability. The standard pallet changer system with dual pallets enables unmanned production cycles, ideal for extended manufacturing runs. With compact overall design despite substantial work envelope and ergonomic tool setting stations, the H 16000 represents HELLER's proven technology for high-efficiency 5-sided complete machining and heavy-load precision applications.