HIGHWING HW-1370V vertical cnc: ±0.002mm Repeatability, 1500kg Load Redefines Mold & Automotive Machining
For shops that rely on a vertical drilling machine for hole-making or a turret milling machine for face milling, the new HW-1370V vertical cnc from HIGHWING delivers measurable upgrades. Unlike a standalone vertical drill, this vertical cnc integrates milling, boring, tapping, and drilling in one clamping. Compared with a cnc vertical lathe, which handles only rotational parts, this vertical cnc processes prismatic workpieces up to 1300×700×700 mm with a table load of 1500 kg – a figure that validates its heavy-duty capability.
Rigidity and Load: Data That Matters
The HW-1370V vertical cnc adopts a herringbone column with thickened internal ribs. Finite-element tests show 38% higher torsional stiffness and 27% better bending resistance than conventional C‑frame designs. The Y‑axis uses four linear guides, widening the X‑axis support span by 30%. When this vertical cnc carries a full 1500‑kg load, the table deflection stays below 0.015 mm, verified by laser interferometry. By contrast, a typical turret milling machine or basic vertical drilling machine would deflect over 0.04 mm under the same weight, compromising surface quality.
Precision Parameters for Rejection Control
Positioning accuracy of the HW-1370V vertical cnc is ±0.003 mm over 300 mm, and repeated accuracy is ±0.002 mm over 300 mm – guaranteed under ISO 230‑2. This means that when this vertical cnc machines a 300‑mm long automotive seal groove, the deviation stays within 6 μm. Consecutive parts show bore variation under 4 μm. Such consistency is impossible on a manual turret milling machine or an entry‑level vertical drill. The direct‑drive BBT40 spindle runs at 12,000 rpm with 11 kW motor, and the standard oil cooler keeps bearing temperature rise below +8°C after 8 hours of continuous operation – a critical feature that a cnc vertical lathe often lacks for milling operations.
Speed and Cycle‑Time Reduction
Rapid feed rates on X/Y/Z all reach 30 m/min, with 3.0 kW servo motors per axis. This vertical cnc achieves a chip‑to‑chip time of 2.8 seconds when equipped with the optional 24‑tool arm magazine. Compared to a vertical drilling machine that requires manual tool changes, this vertical cnc saves 15 seconds per tool change in a typical 12‑tool program – cutting total cycle time by 18%. For a shop that also runs a cnc vertical lathe for turning, pairing it with this vertical cnc creates a flexible cell; the rapid acceleration (0.8G) reduces idle time to under 6% of shift hours, while a standalone turret milling machine often idles above 18%.
Configuration Choices: Match to Your Application
The HW-1370V vertical cnc offers three controller options: Mitsubishi M80A/B, Fanuc 0i‑MF, and Siemens 828D. For complex 3D surfaces, the Siemens 828D on this vertical cnc provides 200‑block look‑ahead, improving finish on turbine blades. Optional upgrades for this vertical cnc include:
BBT50 10,000 rpm spindle – for heavy cutting (depth >8 mm in steel).
HSK‑A63 15,000/18,000 rpm electric spindle – for high‑speed aluminum machining, transforming this vertical cnc into a high‑speed vertical drilling machine for deep holes.
Coolant through spindle (CTS) – increases drilling depth‑to‑diameter ratio from 4D to 8D, outperforming any standard vertical drill.
4th axis rotary table – enables indexed milling, reducing the need for a separate cnc vertical lathe for angular features.
Chain‑type chip conveyor – essential for high‑removal rates, avoiding re‑cutting chips that ruin finishes.
Application and Decision Guide
If your parts fit within 1300×700×700 mm and weigh up to 1500 kg, this vertical cnc directly accommodates them. With an 11‑kW spindle, this vertical cnc achieves a material removal rate of 120 cm³/min in aluminum and 45 cm³/min in S45C steel – a turret milling machine typically maxes out at 25 cm³/min in steel. For hole‑intensive parts (over 500 holes per piece), this vertical cnc with CTS and the tool magazine outperforms a dedicated vertical drilling machine by 40% in total drilling cycle time. Rigid tapping on this vertical cnc supports M16×2.0 in steel, whereas a basic vertical drill cannot synchronize spindle and feed.
In a real automotive parts trial, replacing a cnc vertical lathe (for turning), a turret milling machine, and a vertical drilling machine with one HW-1370V vertical cnc and a rotary table reduced processing time for an aluminum motor housing from 34 minutes to 19 minutes, while bore concentricity improved from 0.04 mm to 0.008 mm – all in one clamping.
Delivery and Support
HIGHWING produces 15 units of this vertical cnc per month, with a lead time of 15‑30 days. Each unit includes full enclosures, guideway covers, and a 72‑hour run‑in test. The footprint is 3235×3300×3300 mm, and gross weight is 10,500 kg – suitable for standard shop floors with 200‑mm concrete slabs.
For detailed torque curves, servo gain settings, or a customized configuration of this vertical cnc – whether you need to replace an old turret milling machine, upgrade a vertical drilling machine, or complement your existing cnc vertical lathe – contact HIGHWING’s engineering team for a simulation of your specific part program.
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