2023 HERMLE C 400 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS

Technical Description

The 2023 Hermle C 400 is a 5-axis vertical machining center from Berthold Hermle AG, delivering an expanded work envelope and versatile table configuration options for medium-to-large precision workpieces. The machine offers a 33.5-inch X-axis, 27.6-inch Y-axis, and 19.7-inch Z-axis work envelope, served by a swiveling rotary table with a standard diameter of 17.3 inches—expandable to a 25.6-inch by 21.3-inch large rotary table or a fixed 42.1-inch by 27.6-inch rigid clamping surface for 3-axis operations. The spindle is rated at approximately 26.8 HP in the standard configuration, with high-speed spindle options available up to 56.3 HP at 20% CDF, and a maximum speed of 15,000 to 16,000 RPM standard with a 20,000 RPM high-speed option. The TNC 640 CNC control provides full simultaneous 5-axis contouring, high-speed machining cycles, advanced tool management, and graphical simulation, supporting complex programs for aerospace, medical, and precision die-mold components. Hermle's trunnion-table architecture ensures the workpiece remains centered within the rotational envelope for maximum rigidity during simultaneous 5-axis cuts. The machine's rigid cast-iron construction, precision spindle bearings, and integrated thermal compensation maintain tight tolerances across extended production runs. Automation-ready provisions support pallet changers and robotic loading for unattended production. At approximately 20,940 pounds, the C 400 balances expanded capacity with Hermle's characteristic precision engineering and long-term reliability.