Machine Comparison
GF Mikron HPM 400U vs GF Mikron MILL S 600 U
GF Machining Solutions vs GF Machining Solutions · 5-Axis Machining Centers
Summary
The GF Mikron HPM 400U and GF Mikron MILL S 600 U are both GF 5-axis trunnion machines, aimed at different work. The HPM 400U is built for roughing and finishing titanium, nickel alloys and medical parts in one setup. The MILL S 600 U is a speed-class finishing machine for larger molds, electrodes and aerospace surfaces.
The verified table is short. The MILL S 600 U carries a Ø 500 mm (19.7 in) trunnion against Ø 400 mm (15.7 in), and its magazine options run up to 220 tools on HSK-E50 or HSK-A63 against 30 tools (60 optional). It offers Siemens SINUMERIK ONE as an alternative to the Heidenhain TNC 7 that both machines use. The HPM 400U is lighter at 9,000 kg (19,842 lb) against 9,900 kg.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | GF Mikron HPM 400U | GF Mikron MILL S 600 U |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 500 mm (19.7 in) | 800 mm ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 450 mm (17.7 in) | 600 mm ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 400 mm (15.7 in) | 500 mm ▲ |
| Tool Capacity | 30 tools (60 optional) | 68/168 (HSK-E40) 60/120/170/220 (HSK-E50) 48/170/220 (HSK-A63) |
| Control | Heidenhain TNC 7 | Heidenhain TNC 7 / Siemens SINUMERIK ONE |
| Machine Weight | 9,000 kg (19,842 lb) | 9,900 kg |
Advantages
GF Mikron HPM 400U
- Lighter at 9,000 kg (19,842 lb) against 9,900 kg
- Built for aggressive roughing as well as finishing of titanium and nickel alloys
- Compact platform for impellers, blisks and implants in one setup
GF Mikron MILL S 600 U
- Ø 500 mm (19.7 in) trunnion against Ø 400 mm (15.7 in)
- Magazine options up to 220 tools (HSK-E50 or HSK-A63) against 30 tools (60 optional)
- Choice of Heidenhain TNC 7 or Siemens SINUMERIK ONE control
Verdict
Choose the GF Mikron HPM 400U when the work is difficult-material aerospace, medical or turbomachinery parts that need heavy roughing and fine finishing on the same machine. Choose the GF Mikron MILL S 600 U for 5-axis finishing of larger mold cavities and cores, electrode sets and aerodynamic surfaces, where the Ø 500 mm trunnion and magazines of up to 220 tools support long automated finishing runs.