Machine Comparison
GF Mikron HPM 400U vs GF Mikron MILL E 1000 U
GF Machining Solutions vs GF Machining Solutions · 5-Axis Machining Centers
Summary
These two GF Mikron 5-axis machining centers serve different jobs. The GF Mikron HPM 400U is a compact machine with 500 x 450 x 400 mm of X/Y/Z travel, built for roughing and finishing titanium, nickel-alloy, medical and turbomachinery parts in one setup. The GF Mikron MILL E 1000 U is a large-format machine with 1,000 x 1,150 x 900 mm of travel for big molds, dies and structural parts.
The HPM 400U is faster between cuts, with 45 m/min (1,772 ipm) rapid traverse against 15 / 32 m/min (X / Y,Z) on the MILL E 1000 U. It runs a Heidenhain TNC 7 control, while the MILL E 1000 U uses the Heidenhain TNC 640.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | GF Mikron HPM 400U | GF Mikron MILL E 1000 U |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 500 mm (19.7 in) | 1,000 mm (39.4 in) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 450 mm (17.7 in) | 1,150 mm (45.3 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 400 mm (15.7 in) | 900 mm (35.4 in) ▲ |
| Rapid Traverse | 45 m/min (1,772 ipm) ▲ | 15 / 32 m/min (X / Y,Z) S6 |
| Control | Heidenhain TNC 7 | Heidenhain TNC 640 |
Advantages
GF Mikron HPM 400U
- 45 m/min (1,772 ipm) rapid traverse against 15 / 32 m/min (X / Y,Z)
- Built for aggressive roughing and finishing of titanium and nickel alloys in one setup
GF Mikron MILL E 1000 U
- 1,000 mm (39.4 in) X travel against 500 mm (19.7 in)
- 1,150 mm (45.3 in) Y travel against 450 mm (17.7 in)
- 900 mm (35.4 in) Z travel against 400 mm (15.7 in)
Verdict
Choose by part size. The GF Mikron HPM 400U fits aerospace, medical and turbomachinery parts such as impellers and blisks within 500 x 450 x 400 mm, where 45 m/min rapids and full 5-axis access in titanium and nickel alloys shorten cycles. The GF Mikron MILL E 1000 U is for large mold cores and cavities, progressive dies and aerospace structural parts that need 1,000 x 1,150 x 900 mm of travel.