Machine Comparison
Hurco DCX32i vs Hurco DCX42i
Hurco vs Hurco · Vertical Machining Centers
Summary
The Hurco DCX32i and Hurco DCX42i share the same spindle package: CAT 50, 6,000 rpm, 48 kW (64 hp) and 458 Nm (338 ft-lb), with 40 tools and a 5 sec tool change. The DCX42i is the bigger machine on every axis.
It travels 4,200 x 2,600 x 1,100 mm against 3,200 x 2,100 x 920 mm, carries a 4,000 mm (157.48 in) × 2,100 mm (82.68 in) table against 3,000 mm (118.11 in) × 1,700 mm (66.93 in), and is rated for 16,000 kg (35,274 lb) against 11,000 kg (24,200 lb). The DCX32i is the smaller and lighter machine at 34,940 kg (76,870 lb) against 44,596 kg (98,317 lb), and gives up no spindle power for it.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Hurco DCX32i | Hurco DCX42i |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 3,200 mm (125.98 in) | 4,200 mm (165.35 in) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 2,100 mm (82.68 in) | 2,600 mm (102.36 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 920 mm (36.22 in) | 1,100 mm (43.31 in) ▲ |
| Table Size | 3,000 mm (118.11 in) × 1,700 mm (66.93 in) | 4,000 mm (157.48 in) × 2,100 mm (82.68 in) |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 11,000 kg (24,200 lb) | 16,000 kg (35,274 lb) ▲ |
| Max Spindle Speed | 6,000 rpm | 6,000 rpm |
| Spindle Power | 48 kW (64 hp) | 48 kW (64 hp) |
| Spindle Torque | 458 Nm (338 ft-lb) | 458 Nm (338 ft-lb) |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | CAT 50 | CAT 50 |
| Tool Capacity | 40 tools | 40 tools |
| Tool Change (tool-to-tool) | 5 sec | 5 sec |
| Machine Weight | 34,940 kg (76,870 lb) | 44,596 kg (98,317 lb) |
Advantages
Hurco DCX32i
- Lighter machine: 34,940 kg (76,870 lb) against 44,596 kg (98,317 lb)
- Full 48 kW (64 hp), 458 Nm (338 ft-lb) CAT 50 spindle in the smaller frame, for parts up to 3,200 mm (125.98 in) long
Hurco DCX42i
- 4,200 mm (165.35 in) of X travel against 3,200 mm (125.98 in)
- 1,100 mm (43.31 in) of Z travel against 920 mm (36.22 in), and 2,600 mm (102.36 in) of Y against 2,100 mm (82.68 in)
- 16,000 kg (35,274 lb) table load against 11,000 kg (24,200 lb)
- 4,000 mm (157.48 in) × 2,100 mm (82.68 in) table against 3,000 mm (118.11 in) × 1,700 mm (66.93 in)
Verdict
The deciding question is part size. The Hurco DCX32i covers long beds, rails, press plates and die sets up to 3,200 mm (125.98 in) of X and 11,000 kg (24,200 lb). Step up to the Hurco DCX42i for machine beds and press frames up to 4,200 mm (165.35 in) long, tall castings within 1,100 mm (43.31 in) of Z, or workpieces up to 16,000 kg (35,274 lb). Spindle and tooling do not change between them.