New F series by HELLER – 5-axis machining centres for maximum precision

With the aim of meeting customer requirements in the best possible way, HELLER has expanded the latest generation of the F series, which was launched at EMO 2023 in Hanover with the model F 6000. The HELLER Open House 2024 was the first opportunity for visitors to see the new model F 5000 up close, including its new features and key components such as motor spindles with HSK-A 63 tool interface and space-saving rack-type tool systems. Due to their modular design, the new high-performance 5-axis machining centres can be optimally configured for a wide range of applications, always ensuring maximum precision and performance in the production of small to medium batch sizes.

In the autumn of 2023, HELLER launched the F 6000, the first 5-axis machining centre (MC) from its new, modular F series (XYZ: 1,000 x 1,000 x 1,400 mm). About six months later, another model was introduced: the F 5000 with a work envelope of 800 x 850 x 1,100 mm (X/Y/Z) and a smaller footprint. The F 6000 offers the same pallet size of 630 x 630 mm and maximum clamping load of 2,000 kg, as well as the same traversing speeds and other performance data as the F 5000. That is because key components such as spindles, heads and tables of both new HELLER F machines are based on the same modular system.

Swivel heads with motor spindles ‘made by HELLER’

The highlights of the new generation of 5-axis machining centres, optimised for maximum flexibility and precision, include the fundamentally redesigned swivel heads and integrated motor spindles developed and built by HELLER, which are equipped with an HSK-A 100 tool interface as standard and are now available with an HSK-A 63 interface as an option. The dynamic swivel head with 5th axis ensures maximum machining performance. Its drive is based on a backlash-free drive concept and delivers impressive precision. Other useful features include an integrated work light and a remaining path indicator as part of the SETUP-Assist function.
HELLER offers a variety of spindles to suit different requirements: the Speed Cutting Unit (SCU) in combination with the HSK-A 100 tool interface reaches speeds of 15,000 rpm. As an alternative, HELLER offers the Dynamic Cutting Unit (DCU) designed for universal use with 400 Nm and 12,000 rpm. Combined with the HSK-A 63 tool interface, they reach speeds of up to 18,000 rpm. The Power Cutting Unit (PCU) with a 146 Nm, 8,000 rpm gear spindle will continue to be available for ultra-heavy machining.

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