2008 HERMLE C40U VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 2008 Hermle C40U is a 5-axis vertical machining center from Berthold Hermle AG, featuring a swiveling rotary table of 31.5-inch diameter for full simultaneous 5-axis contouring of complex medium-to-large workpieces. The machine provides a work envelope of 33.5 inches in X, 27.6 inches in Y, and 19.7 inches in Z. The high-speed spindle delivers up to 18,000 RPM with approximately 20 HP continuous S1 rating—with higher S6 peak ratings available—enabling productive material removal in aluminum, titanium, steel, and difficult-to-machine aerospace alloys. The Heidenhain iTNC 530 CNC control provides full simultaneous 5-axis contouring, high-speed machining cycles, advanced tool management, and a conversational programming environment proven in aerospace and precision die-mold applications. Hermle's trunnion-table architecture centers the workpiece within the rotational envelope, preserving structural rigidity and positional accuracy during simultaneous 5-axis cuts—a design approach that has established Hermle as a benchmark for high-precision 5-axis machining. The machine's cast-iron structure, precision spindle bearing systems, and thermal compensation provisions support the micron-level tolerances demanded by aerospace components, medical implants, and precision molds. Automation provisions support pallet changers and robotic loading for unattended production. At approximately 22,050 pounds, the C40U represents Hermle's proven mid-to-large-size simultaneous 5-axis capability, combining structural rigidity with high-speed spindle performance for the most demanding precision manufacturing environments.