2019 HURCO DCX 22i 50T VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS

Technical Description

The 2019 Hurco DCX 22i 50T is a 3-axis dual-column vertical machining center engineered for high-rigidity machining of large workpieces requiring superior structural stability and extended X-axis travel. The dual-column (bridge-style) gantry architecture provides a substantially more rigid frame than single-column VMC designs, reducing vibration and thermal growth during extended production cycles on large or demanding workpieces. The machine features an X-axis travel of approximately 86 inches, Y-axis travel of approximately 40 inches, and Z-axis travel sufficient for tall workpiece applications. The "50T" designation indicates a CAT50 spindle taper, enabling use of larger, heavier tooling assemblies than the CAT40 taper found on standard Hurco VMCs. CAT50 tooling provides greater rigidity and torque transmission, making the DCX 22i 50T particularly capable for aggressive roughing, large-diameter boring, and face milling of steel, cast iron, and heavy alloy workpieces. Spindle power and maximum speed are specified to match the CAT50 tooling capability. The 2019 DCX 22i 50T is equipped with Hurco's WinMax conversational CNC control with current software, providing simultaneous conversational and G-code programming at the machine, a large touchscreen interface, DXF geometry import, and integrated toolpath simulation. The "i" suffix in the model designation indicates an updated or enhanced control version with improved connectivity and UltiMotion advanced motion control. Machine weight is substantial given the dual-column architecture and large travel envelope. The DCX 22i 50T is well positioned for aerospace structural components, large molds and dies, heavy equipment machining, and contract manufacturing applications requiring large-envelope, high-rigidity vertical machining capability.