KURAKI KBT-15BCDX HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The Kuraki KBT-15BCDX is a robust horizontal machining center designed for heavy-duty, large workpieces, featuring a spacious table measuring 74.8" x 177.17" capable of supporting up to 44,000 lbs. It operates with a #50 taper horizontal spindle running at up to 2,000 RPM, powered by a 35 hp motor (30-minute rating), optimized for machining large, dense parts. The machine includes a 40-tool automatic tool changer (with an option to scale up to 240 tools), ensuring flexible and efficient tooling capabilities. This 5-axis machining center provides extensive travel ranges: 177.17" in X, 90.55" in Y, and 62.99" in Z, all capable of rapid traverses up to 236 inches per minute. Additionally, it offers full 360° B-axis rotation for enhanced contouring and complex geometry machining. The ATC system enables zero-second tool change chip time, maximizing operational uptime and productivity. The machine’s construction supports high precision and rigidity, suited for large-scale, complex components in various heavy industries such as aerospace, automotive, and mold manufacturing. Overall, the Kuraki KBT-15BCDX combines large work envelope capacity, powerful spindle capabilities, and advanced 5-axis control to deliver precision machining for exceptionally large and heavy parts while maintaining efficient tool handling and high feed rates. This makes it an ideal solution for demanding machining tasks requiring both size and accuracy.