MAKINO J3 HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The Makino J3 is a 4-axis CNC horizontal machining center engineered for high-volume, flexible production of small to medium-sized workpieces. Featuring a compact footprint with a 15.7" × 15.7" worktable, it accommodates workpieces up to 880 lbs and delivers rapid traverse rates of 2,362 ipm across X, Y, and Z axes with cutting feedrates reaching 1,969 ipm. The machine utilizes a horizontal HSK-A50 spindle (HSK-A63 optional) capable of 16,000 rpm standard operation, with optional speeds up to 20,000 rpm and 15 hp continuous rating. The stacked-axis design enables seamless integration into automated transfer lines while isolating all linear movements from the worktable and fixtures. The automatic tool changer (ATC) manages 30 tools standard (45 optional) with exceptional speed—tool-to-tool changes in 2.5 seconds and chip-to-chip cycles in 2.6 seconds. Optional U-axis, rotary table, and pallet changer capabilities (up to 24 pallets) provide additional flexibility for complex machining sequences. Equipped with Fanuc Pro3 CNC control, the J3 delivers precision and repeatability essential for mass production of aluminum automotive components and similarly demanding applications. Its tailored configuration options during pre-sales engineering ensure optimized floorspace efficiency and infrastructure compatibility for diverse manufacturing environments.