2007 HOWA MSNP500VCJ VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS

Technical Description

The 2007 Howa MSNP500VCJ is a 3-axis vertical machining center with integrated pallet jig changer system, manufactured by Howa Machinery of Japan. The MSNP designation indicates the pallet-equipped configuration of the MSN500 platform, designed for high-cycle production machining with automated part changeover for maximum spindle utilization. The machine features a dual-pallet turntable jig changer with a pallet area of approximately 25.6 by 35.4 inches, enabling continuous production by loading and unloading parts on the idle pallet while the other is in the machining zone. The work envelope spans an X-axis travel of 19.7 inches, a Y-axis travel of 12.6 inches, and a Z-axis travel of 9.8 inches, optimized for compact, repeatable workpieces typical of automotive and precision component production cells. The spindle delivers a maximum speed of 10,000 RPM for effective material removal in aluminum, cast iron, and steel. The Fanuc 18MC CNC control provides comprehensive G-code programming, canned cycle support, and the high-reliability performance expected in automated production environments. Howa Machinery's compact cast-iron construction provides the structural rigidity and thermal stability needed for consistent dimensional accuracy across high-volume production runs. The MSNP500VCJ is designed for integration into flexible manufacturing systems and automated production lines, with provisions for robotic part loading, coolant management, and chip evacuation to support sustained lights-out or minimally-attended operation.