Direct-Drive Servo Motors
No belts or gears: zero transmission elasticity supports rapid response, superior positioning accuracy and long-term reliability.
Gantry-type vertical machining center
5-AXIS
Series
Simultaneous multi-axis performance for complex, high-value parts.
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SUSTAINABILITY, DIGITAL INTELLIGENCE & PERFORMANCE
Precision engineering for a
sustainable future.
AXERA integrates sustainability into every aspect of its business, investing in flexible, intelligent manufacturing solutions that increase productivity, improve profitability and reduce environmental impact.
Digital transformation is the foundation of sustainable manufacturing. Digital intelligence improves operational efficiency, optimizes resource utilization and supports long-term growth while meeting increasingly demanding environmental and regulatory requirements.
The AXERA Digital Intelligence Platform optimizes machine performance, monitors production in real time and improves energy management in compliance with ISO 14955. It supports lower power consumption, energy monitoring per part, process traceability, carbon-emission readiness, continuous productivity improvement and ESG initiatives.
ENGINEERING DEEP DIVE
Every system,
purposefully integrated.
Machine Design & Linear Axes
Designed for maximum versatility, the series pairs a swivelling rotary table with loading capacities up to 1,300 kg on the A800 and 600 kg on the A600. High-performance built-in motor spindles deliver rigidity, dynamic performance and flexibility for aerospace, medical, die & mould, energy and precision engineering.
KEY BENEFITS
- Zero drivetrain elasticity and outstanding dynamic performance.
- Y/V synchronization, high contouring accuracy and vibration damping.
- Minimal backlash, excellent surface quality and consistent accuracy across the working envelope.
Dual Synchronized Y & V Axes
Perfect gantry synchronization provides exceptional rigidity, stability and machining accuracy under every operating condition.
Linear Scales on X, Y, V & Z
Full closed-loop feedback supports uncompromising positioning accuracy, repeatability and thermal compensation.
Dual Roller-Type Guideways
High load capacity, vibration damping and smooth high-speed motion for demanding machining applications.
Double Preloaded Dual-Nut Ballscrews
Minimal backlash, high stiffness, aggressive feed rates and outstanding surface finish.
Optimized Gantry Dynamics
Consistent dynamic performance and stability regardless of cutting-force direction or table position.
Rotary Table & Workholding
KEY BENEFITS
- Ready-to-use fixture integration and maintenance-free direct drive with minimal wear.
- Maximum contouring accuracy, rigidity and dimensional consistency in simultaneous or indexed 5-axis work.
Hydraulic & Pneumatic Interfaces
Built-in ports simplify fixture integration, part clamping, setup time and production efficiency.
Direct-Drive Torque Motors
Torque motor-driven C-axis and dual torque motor-driven A-axis deliver ultra-smooth, zero-backlash positioning.
Brakes on Every Rotary Axis
High-rigidity brakes lock each axis for stability, surface finish and repeatability during heavy-duty machining.
Direct Absolute Rotary Encoders
High-resolution, direct-mounted feedback provides closed-loop accuracy, repeatability and reliability without homing.
Thermal Management & Kinematic Accuracy
KEY BENEFITS
- Precise rotary-to-linear alignment and consistent 5-axis accuracy over time.
- Reduced calibration and maintenance requirements with improved contour precision and productivity.
Efficient cooling for maximum accuracy
A dedicated closed-loop water chiller cools spindle and torque motors for efficient heat dissipation and stable operating temperatures. It minimizes thermal distortion, protects dimensional stability and surface quality, extends component life and supports reliable 24/7 production.
CNC-embedded kinematic compensation
Thermal effects, wear and heavy loads can create small deviations between the swivelling rotary table and X/Y/Z axes. CNC kinematic functions identify and compensate for these deviations throughout the machine life cycle.
- Heidenhain Kinematics Compensation
- Siemens Kinematic Chain Compensation
- Fanuc Tilted Working Plane (TCP) and Rotary Axis Calibration
Spindle, Working Area & Tool Management
High-performance built-in spindle options
A comprehensive spindle range supports high-speed machining, heavy-duty cutting, precision finishing and complex 5-axis applications across aluminum, steel, titanium and hardened materials, with high torque, thermal stability and 24/7 reliability.
Working area
- Smooth, corner-free enclosure with coolant shower and efficient chip evacuation.
- Dual LED spindle-nose lights for optimal tool and workpiece illumination.
- Large front door, short reach to the rotary table, ergonomic loading/unloading and automatic roof opening for unrestricted top access and overhead crane loading.
Flexible and smart tool management
- Single or twin magazines with 32, 48 or 60 tools; expandable to 64, 96 or 120 without changing the footprint up to 96 tools.
- Ideal for sister tools, complex components and lights-out manufacturing with long uninterrupted cycles.
- Rear-access vertical magazine, centralized consumables, tool replacement without interrupting automatic production and intelligent verification before tool changes.
- Configurable accessory/control-panel locations protect the spindle from incorrect changes and improve serviceability.
CNC, Mill-Turn & Tool Measurement
World-class CNC controller choices
Choose Siemens SINUMERIK ONE, Heidenhain TNC7 or Fanuc Series 31i-B5 for precision, high-speed performance and programming flexibility.
Integrated Mill-Turn capability
The optional Mill-Turn configuration combines milling and turning in one setup, reducing cycle time, transfers and re-clamping errors while improving geometric accuracy for complex, high-value components.
- High-rigidity torque motor-driven C-axis with closed-loop water cooling and dedicated inner/outer bearing cooling.
- 800 mm (31.5 in) table diameter; 1,000 rpm maximum turning speed.
- Maximum table load: 850 kg (1,873 lb) turning; 1,200 kg (2,645 lb) milling.
Tool measurement system
Measures tool length, radius and profile under thermally stable machining conditions. Automatic offset updates, breakage detection and in-process verification reduce setup time and scrap while improving process reliability.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
5-AXIS VMC
Series.
Compare the U500, A600 and A800 configurations across table, travel and spindle performance.
| Spec. | Unit | U500 | A600 | A800 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TABLE | ||||
| Table size | mm | Ø500 | Ø600 | Ø800 |
| Tilting axis A | degree | ± 120 | ± 120 | ± 120 |
| Max. swivelling (A) speed | rpm | 16.6 | 100 | 80 |
| Rotary axis C | degree | 360 | 360 | 360 |
| Max. rotary (C) speed | rpm | 90 | 200 | 100 |
| T-slot (no. / width / pitch) | 5 / 14mm / 75mm | 7 / 14mm / 80mm | 7 / 14mm / 100mm | |
| Max. table load | kg | 600 | 600 | 1300 |
| TRAVEL | ||||
| X-axis | mm | 600 | 650 | 1000 |
| Y-axis | mm | 600 | 850 | 820 |
| Z-axis | mm | 500 | 500 | 600 |
| SPINDLE | ||||
| Spindle speed | rpm | In-line: 15,000 / Built-in: 18,000 std; 24,000 opt | 20,000 | 20,000 |
| Spindle torque | Nm | In-line: 134/239 / Built-in: 32/40 | 87/135 | 87/135 |
| Spindle transmission | In-line / Built-in | Built-in | Built-in | |
| Spindle nose to rotary table | mm | In-line: 135–635 / Built-in: 175–675 | 150–650 | 130–730 |