Machine Comparison
Chiron MILL 800 vs Chiron MILL 8000
Chiron vs Chiron · Vertical Machining Centers
Summary
The Chiron MILL 800 and Chiron MILL 8000 belong to the same Chiron vertical machining center line but serve different jobs. The MILL 800 is a medium-size VMC with 800 x 630 x 550 mm of travel. The MILL 8000 is a long-bed machine with up to 8,000 mm (315 in) of X travel for very long parts machined in one setup.
Both run an HSK-A63 spindle at up to 20,000 RPM with an HSK-A100 option, hold up to 60 tools and use a Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl control. Beyond the X axis, the MILL 8000 also has more Y travel, 800 mm against 630 mm, and more Z travel, 630 mm against 550 mm. The MILL 800 offers the same spindle and tooling in a machine sized for medium parts.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Chiron MILL 800 | Chiron MILL 8000 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 800 mm (31.5 in) | Up to 8,000 mm (315 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 630 mm (24.8 in) | 800 mm (31.5 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 550 mm (21.7 in) | 630 mm (24.8 in) ▲ |
| Max Spindle Speed | Up to 20,000 RPM | Up to 20,000 RPM |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | HSK-A63 (HSK-A100 optional) | HSK-A63 (HSK-A100 optional) |
| Tool Capacity | Up to 60 tools | Up to 60 tools |
| Control | Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl | Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl |
Advantages
Chiron MILL 800
- Sized for medium parts, inserts and electrodes, without the floor length of an 8,000 mm bed
- Suits shops wanting one versatile VMC for varied medium-size components
Chiron MILL 8000
- Up to 8,000 mm (315 in) of X travel against 800 mm (31.5 in)
- 800 mm (31.5 in) of Y travel against 630 mm (24.8 in)
- 630 mm (24.8 in) of Z travel against 550 mm (21.7 in)
Verdict
These machines serve different jobs, and the spindle, tooling and control are the same, so part length decides. Choose the Chiron MILL 800 for medium-size aerospace brackets, mold inserts, electrodes, valve bodies and housings that fit within 800 x 630 x 550 mm. Choose the Chiron MILL 8000 for wing spars, rail members, long mold assemblies and turbine shafts that need up to 8,000 mm of X travel in one setup.