2021 HERMLE C40 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 2021 Hermle C40 is a 5-axis vertical machining center manufactured by Berthold Hermle AG, designed for simultaneous 5-axis machining of medium-to-large complex workpieces. The machine provides a work envelope of 33.5 inches in X, 27.6 inches in Y, and 19.7 inches in Z, accommodating a substantial range of aerospace, medical, and die-mold components within the 5-axis envelope. The high-speed spindle delivers up to 18,000 RPM with approximately 20 to 27 HP continuous depending on configuration, enabling productive material removal in aluminum, titanium, steel, and high-temperature alloys. The TNC 640 CNC control provides full simultaneous 5-axis contouring, high-speed machining cycles, advanced tool management, and thermal compensation, supporting the complex programs required for precision aerospace and die-mold manufacturing. Hermle's trunnion-table architecture centers the workpiece within the rotational envelope for maximum rigidity and positional accuracy during simultaneous 5-axis cuts. The machine's robust cast-iron construction and precision spindle bearing systems provide the foundation for long-term tight-tolerance performance across extended production cycles. Organized coolant delivery, chip management provisions, and accessible service points support sustained production uptime. Automation provisions support pallet changers and robotic loading for lights-out operation. Weighing approximately 24,250 pounds, the C40 represents Hermle's proven mid-to-large-size 5-axis capability, reflecting the company's engineering heritage in high-precision simultaneous 5-axis machining.