2016 HERMLE C22U VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 2016 Hermle C22U is a 5-axis vertical machining center from Berthold Hermle AG, representing the legacy C22U designation within Hermle's compact simultaneous 5-axis series. The machine features a swiveling rotary table with a 12.6-inch standard diameter and an optional 17.7-inch diameter configuration, enabling full simultaneous 5-axis contouring for complex small-to-medium workpieces. The work envelope spans 17.7 inches in X, 23.6 inches in Y, and 13.0 inches in Z. The high-speed spindle delivers up to 18,000 RPM with approximately 22.8 HP continuous at S1 rating, enabling productive machining across aluminum, steel, titanium, and Inconel. The Heidenhain iTNC 530 CNC control provides full simultaneous 5-axis contouring, high-speed machining cycles, and advanced tool management for complex multi-surface part programs. Hermle's trunnion-table architecture centers the workpiece within the rotational envelope to maximize rigidity and positional accuracy during simultaneous 5-axis cuts. The machine's cast-iron structure, precision spindle bearing systems, and thermal compensation provisions support the micron-level tolerances required by aerospace, medical implant, and precision die-mold manufacturing. Automation-ready provisions support pallet changers and robotic loading for unattended production. At approximately 19,840 pounds, the C22U provides Hermle's characteristic precision engineering in a compact 5-axis platform well-regarded for its combination of speed, accuracy, and long-term mechanical stability.