Pallet size 500х500 mm

Model	Pallet, mm	Axis travel X/Y/Z, mm	Table load, mm	Spndle taper	Spindle speed, rpm	Spindle power, kW
BFW Orion H5500	500×500	800/800/800	700	HSK A 63 (BT50)	12000 (14 000)	18.5(26.4)
KAFO series HMC-500	500×500	720/650/650	800	BT-40/ BT-50	10000/ 6000	11/15/ 15/18,5
KAMIOKA HMC-500	500×500	500/600/550	800	BT-40	8000/ 10000*	7,5/11

Advantages of horizontal machining centers:

The first is the horizontal spindle arrangement, which prevents large amounts of chips from accumulating in the machining area. Horizontal spindles are designed with a more rigid design, including a vibration-reducing system (such as a pneumatic one).
A second advantage is the dual-pallet worktable design combined with a 4th axis: horizontal rotation (B-axis) in 1° or 0.001° increments. The second pallet saves time on removing and installing workpieces, which is especially beneficial in mass production, while the table rotation allows for machining all sides of the part.
The third advantage arises from the horizontal tool arrangement and the possibility of implementing a turret-style tool changer. If more than two wheels are used, more complex designs (like a chain-type tool feed) are possible, allowing for a large number of tools to be accommodated in a small space: 40, 90, or even 120 positions.

Horizontal machining centers are designed for the complex processing of body parts made of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, performing operations such as drilling, countersinking, reaming, boring holes according to coordinates, etc.