KITAMURA HX400IF HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The Kitamura HX400iF Horizontal Machining Center is a high-precision CNC machine designed for medium to large part machining, featuring solid box guideway construction and patented twin ballscrew technology to ensure rigidity and accuracy. It offers substantial travel ranges of 28.9 inches on the X-axis, and 24 inches on both the Y and Z axes, enabling complex operations within a generous work envelope. The machine is equipped with a 13,000 RPM spindle with a BT 40 Big Plus taper, powered by a 20 HP motor, delivering high cutting torque suited for demanding machining tasks. The spindle supports high-pressure coolant through the spindle for efficient heat management and tool life extension. The tool changer capacity supports up to 50 or 150 tools depending on configuration, with a twin-arm automatic tool changer enhancing productivity. A 15.75 by 15.75-inch pallet facilitates workpiece holding, supporting pallet indexing with 0.001° resolution to accommodate full 4th axis simultaneous machining, enabling multi-sided component processing without repositioning. The machine runs on Fanuc 16i-MB CNC control, providing advanced multi-axis synchronization and precise control. Rapid traverse rates reach up to 1,969 inches per minute (ipm) on X, Y, and Z axes for fast repositioning and cycle times. Additional features include an integrated chip conveyor, coolant tanks with pumps, and a Cooljet high-pressure coolant system. Overall, the HX400iF offers a robust and flexible machining solution with a well-balanced combination of speed, power, and accuracy optimized for complex horizontal machining applications.