2008 MAKINO S33APC VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS

Technical Description

The 2008 Makino S33APC is a 3-axis vertical machining center built on the S33 platform and equipped with an integrated automatic pallet changer for unattended, lights-out production capability. The S33APC provides 25.6-inch X-axis travel, 19.7-inch Y-axis travel, and 17.7-inch Z-axis travel, with a dual-pallet system featuring 23.6- by 15.75-inch pallets accommodating workpieces up to 882 lbs. The CAT-40 spindle operates at 13,000 RPM with approximately 24 HP of continuous power and a 1,575 IPM rapid traverse rate, enabling high-speed die and mold machining across hardened steels and aluminum alloys. The Makino Professional 3 CNC with Fanuc 18i hardware provides smooth geometry interpolation, rigid tapping, and comprehensive pallet and tool management for automated production scheduling. A 20-tool automatic tool changer with optional 30-tool capacity and 1.3-second tool-to-tool time complements the pallet system. The S33APC occupies a floor space of approximately 91.5 inches wide by 131.8 inches deep including the pallet changer, with an overall height of 110.5 inches. The APC enables continuous spindle utilization by allowing part setup on one pallet while machining proceeds on the other, making the S33APC a highly productive platform for mold insert shops, precision component manufacturers, and facilities seeking to maximize machine uptime without dedicated robotic loading systems.