The 2004 Makino A99E CNC Horizontal Machining Centre (HMC) is a heavy-duty, high-performance industrial machine tool designed for high-speed metal removal, stability, and precision. It is widely used in heavy manufacturing industries, such as diesel engine block production, automotive transmissions, aerospace, and large semiconductor component manufacturing
Below are the core technical specifications compiled from authoritative machinery records and industrial listings:CNC Control System:
Equipped with the Fanuc-based Makino Professional 3 (Pro 3) control interface.Axis
Travels:X-Axis: 1,250 mm (49.2")
Y-Axis: 1,100 mm (43.3")
Z-Axis: 1,250 mm (49.2")
B-Axis: 360-degree indexing table (bi-directional index) with full 4th-axis contouring (0.001 degree).
Pallet System:Pallet Size: 800 mm x 800 mm (31.5" x 31.5") dual automatic pallet changer (APC) system.Maximum Table Load: Standard capacity of 1,800 kg to 2,000 kg (4,400 lbs), upgradeable to 3,000 kg (6,600 lbs).
Spindle Performance:Taper/Interface: Rigid BT50 or CAT50 taper.Spindle Speed: Typically rated for high-torque 12,000 RPM up to high-speed 18,000 RPM depending on the custom factory configuration.
Drive Motor: High-performance 30 kW to 40 HP motor.Automatic Tool Changer (ATC):Capacity: Configured with a standard 40-position tool matrix, but frequently upgraded to 90-tool or 132-tool chain matrix systems.Speed: Blazing fast 1.7-second tool-to-tool change time and a 5.0-second chip-to-chip cycle time to minimise non-cutting operational overhead.Core Factory Inclusions & FeaturesHigh Metal-Removal Rates: Capable of clearing softer metals like aluminium at 244 cubic inches per minute (4,000 cm³/min) and mild steel at 61 cubic inches per minute (1,000 cm³/min).
High-Pressure Coolant Through Spindle (CTS): Vital for deep-hole drilling and processing tough alloys while maintaining tool life and thermal stability.Chip Conveyor System: Continuous lift-up style chip evacuation layout to keep production lines running clean during heavy material removal.