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5-axis machining centres HF

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HF Series Overview
The HF series 5-axis machining centres are designed for high productivity and flexibility, capable of both 5-sided and simultaneous 5-axis machining. They offer options for pallet changer or table loading, catering to diverse production needs.
Machine Concept
The HF series combines rigidity and dynamics with a robust cast iron machine bed and a horizontal spindle for optimal chip fall. It features a swivelling NC rotary table with counter bearing and AB kinematics for precise and fast machining cycles.
Equipment Packages
Three equipment packages are available: POWER, SPEED, and PRO. The POWER package focuses on robust kinematics and flexibility, SPEED emphasizes short chip-to-chip times and high speed, while PRO offers advanced technical data for simultaneous 5-axis machining.
Mill-Turn Functionality
The optional Mill-Turn feature for the HF 5500 allows combined milling and turning on a single machine, enhancing flexibility and component accuracy.
Machining Units
The HF series offers seven spindle versions, each designed for specific tasks and materials, featuring thermal stability and precision cooling.
Tool Management
The series supports dynamic tool handling with high storage capacity, featuring chain-type and rack-type magazines for fast tool provisioning and reduced non-productive times.
Workpiece Management
The HF series accommodates both pallet changer and table loading configurations, with various table sizes and pallet dimensions to suit different production requirements.
Control Technology and Automation
Equipped with advanced control technology, the HF series is easy to automate, suitable for both series production and workshop-based production.
Technical Data
Detailed technical specifications for the HF 3500 and HF 5500 models include rapid traverse speeds, acceleration, chip-to-chip times, and positioning tolerances.
Specifications
The machining centers feature a large clamping surface with a DIN hole pattern for optimal accessibility. The rotary table includes swiveling NC rotary tables with counter bearings, driven rotary axes A and B, and integrated automatic fail-safe clamping.
Workpiece Management
The document details the cooling lubricant supply system, emphasizing thermal stability for precision machining.
Supply and Disposal
Efficient chip disposal and media supply systems are highlighted, ensuring easy maintenance and accessibility.
Control Technology
The Siemens SINUMERIK ONE controller offers high-performance control and intuitive operation, with the HELLER Operation Interface providing extended functionality.
Operation and Maintenance
Features include optimal access to working areas, large safety glass, smooth-running doors, and LED lighting, with options for enhanced operation and maintenance.
Automation Solutions
HELLER offers proprietary automation solutions, including pallet and workpiece automation systems, to reduce downtime and optimize system availability.
Performance Portfolio
HELLER's performance portfolio includes 4-axis and 5-axis machining centers, flexible manufacturing systems, and automation solutions, emphasizing productivity and flexibility.
Global Presence
HELLER's global presence is highlighted, with production, sales, and service locations across the Americas, Europe, and Asia.
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5-axis machining centres HF-2

Machine concept Equipment packages Mill-Turn 08 Machining units Tool management Workpiece management Control technology Automation solutions Technical data

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5-axis machining centres HF-3

The 5-axis machining centres from the HF series are optimally equipped to meet the exacting requirements of modern production processes. Enabling 5-sided and simultaneous 5-axis machining, they allow you to handle many different tasks on a single machine. Highly productive and flexible, with easy operation and maintenance, available with pallet changer or table loading. Key facts _horizontal 5-axis machining centres with pallet changer   or table loading _universal machining centres with 5th axis in the   workpiece _swivelling NC rotary table with counter bearing and   AB kinematics with highly...

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5-axis machining centres HF-4

Machine concept Perfect balance of rigidity and dynamics The HF series 5-axis machining centres are the perfect combination of apparent contrasts – stiffness and dynamics. The basis is the rigid machine bed. Highly precise and fast machining cycles guarantee the unique machine structure of the HF: the fifth axis is located inside the workpiece, the directly-driven A/B-axis is supported by a counter bearing. 3 2

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5-axis machining centres HF-5

Basic structure _rigid cast iron machine bed in combination with weight-   optimised machine columns from steel _horizontal spindle with lean spindle neck for perfect reach   into the workpiece _NC rotary swivel table with counter bearing for optimum   force flow and compact design _gantry drive in Z-axis (option) with two ball screw drives and   two direct measuring systems _chain-type or rack-type tool magazine for fast tool provisioning   and high storage capacity _tool changer with two NC axes for fast automatic tool change   _pallet changer with lifting/swivelling principle and robust  ...

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5-axis machining centres HF-6

Equipment packages Features for tailored applications Even the standard equipment of the HF series offers numerous advantages in day-to-day manufacturing. Increased productivity or flexibility are also important to you? Do you use your HF for serial production or do you prefer simultaneous 5-axis machining? Depending on your specific requirements, you can choose from a range of equipment packages: POWER, SPEED or PRO. Our flexibility in terms of equipment is your advantage for creating a manufacturing solution that meets your specific needs. 1) In connection with Enforced Drive in Z

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5-axis machining centres HF-7

POWER Swivel/rotary table with counter bearing Maximum flexibility in configuration _robust kinematics with 5th axis in the workpiece   _second ball screw drive in the Z-axis (gantry version, option)   _integrated counter bearing in the standard version   _configuration for simultaneous 5-axis machining (option)   _high load capacity and large workpiece interference contour   _combined with Mill-Turn (HF 5500, option)   Directly driven rotary axes A and B _fast positioning thanks to high dynamics   _robust, wear-proof drives   _integrated clamping with automatic clamping mechanism   in the standard...

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5-axis machining centres HF-8

Complete machining on a single machine The optional mill-turn functionality available for the HF 5500 enables combined milling and turning on a single machine - for even greater flexibility in production. Machining in a single set-up provides maximum component accuracy, whilst the use of a high-torque rotary table ensures maximum productivity.

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5-axis machining centres HF-9

Mill-Turn features Required preconditions Further available options _NC rotary table version DDT   (Direct Drive Turning) _tool shank HSK-T for optimum accuracy   of turning operation _spindle lock to ensure stable hold of the   turning tools _Enforced Drive in Z (option for POWER,   included in PRO) _media interface with multi-line clamping   technology for mill-turn perations at o 80 bar _balancing technology cycle for   balancing the workpieces and fixture in the machine 1 _Enforced Drive in A (option for POWER,   included in PRO) _Siemens NC turning cycles for simple   programming of turning...

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5-axis machining centres HF-10

The right spindle for every task 5-axis machining requires all components of a machining centre to deliver a top performance. The spindle must be particularly efficient: highly flexible, with torque characteristic curve adapted for the task in hand and suitable for a range of materials. The HF series 5-axis machining centres offer seven robust and powerful versions, so you work with a spindle that best suits your requirements. Standard: SC 63 i 1) Mill-Turn: HSK-T 2) Cycle time 2 min 3) Cycle time 5 min

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5-axis machining centres HF-11

Machining units “made by HELLER” _7 spindles to choose from, with the new   Dynamic Cutting spindles (DC 63 i and DC 100 i) perfect for universal use HELLER torque support _tool shank HSK-A 63 or HSK-A 100 optionally   available for both machine sizes _maximum performance in operation with   compact overall dimensions and robustly dimensioned spindle bearing _thermal stability and precision thanks to   continuous cooling: precision cooling unit and spindle thermal growth compensation _absorbs the torque generated on the tool   HELLER attachment head support (MSK) _for the use of attachment heads,...

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5-axis machining centres HF-12

If you have to work with a broad range of tools and respond flexibly to new production requirements, our HF series 5-axis machining centres are the ideal solution for you. Powerful tool magazines and a precise high-speed tool changer for optimum chip-to-chip times guarantee you constantly short non-productive times. Chip-to-chip time Chain-type magazines Magazine places Rack-type magazines Magazine places ( ) = Opti onal values 1) Consider total load capacity 2) With free adjacent places 3) In conjunction with rack-type magazines 4) Also applies to equipment package PRO

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5-axis machining centres HF-13

Chain-type magazines _4 chain-type magazines with up to 240 locations for   m achines with HSK-A 63 to choose from _3 chain-type magazines with up to 150 locations for   m achines with HSK-A 100 to choose from _double chain with high traversing dynamic and rigid tool   holders mounted on both sides _short tool-to-tool times achieved through tool provisioning   during machining _convenient operating panel at the tool loading station   (option) _tool loading station with optimum ergonomic design   Rack-type magazines _2 rack-type magazines with up to 405 locations for machines   with HSK-A 100...

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