Machine Comparison
Mazak HCN-5000 vs Mazak HCN-Q Series
Yamazaki Mazak vs Yamazaki Mazak · Horizontal Machining Centers
Summary
The Mazak HCN-5000 and the Mazak HCN-Q Series are both horizontal machining centers, but they are in different size classes and serve different jobs. The HCN-5000 is a 40-taper machine with 29 in (737 mm) of X and Y travel and 32 in (813 mm) of Z. The HCN-Q Series is a 50-taper machine for large workpieces, with 80 in (2,032 mm) to 110 in (2,794 mm) of X across the series.
The HCN-Q range is larger on every travel row, and its spindle delivers 37 kW (50 HP) and 1,357 Nm (1,001 ft-lb) continuous against 15 kW (20 HP) and 60 Nm (44 ft-lb). It also holds 80 tools against 40 tools. The HCN-5000 is the faster machine: 12,000 rpm against 3,000 rpm, and 2,362 ipm (60 m/min) rapids against 945 ipm (24 m/min) to 1,181 ipm (30 m/min). It weighs 25,198 lb (11,430 kg) against 125,664 lb (57,000 kg) to 154,324 lb (70,000 kg).
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Mazak HCN-5000 | Mazak HCN-Q Series |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 29 in (737 mm) | 80 in (2,032 mm) to 110 in (2,794 mm) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 29 in (737 mm) | 55 in (1,397 mm) to 79 in (2,007 mm) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 32 in (813 mm) | 60 in (1,524 mm) to 73 in (1,854 mm) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 12,000 rpm ▲ | 3,000 rpm |
| Spindle Power | 15 kW (20 HP) continuous | 37 kW (50 HP) continuous ▲ |
| Spindle Torque | 60 Nm (44 ft-lb) continuous | 1,357 Nm (1,001 ft-lb) continuous ▲ |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | CAT No.40 | CAT No.50 |
| Tool Capacity | 40 tools | 80 tools ▲ |
| Rapid Traverse | 2,362 ipm (60 m/min) | 945 ipm (24 m/min) to 1,181 ipm (30 m/min) |
| Machine Weight | 25,198 lb (11,430 kg) | 125,664 lb (57,000 kg) to 154,324 lb (70,000 kg) |
Advantages
Mazak HCN-5000
- 12,000 rpm spindle against 3,000 rpm
- 2,362 ipm (60 m/min) rapids against at most 1,181 ipm (30 m/min)
- Two-pallet production with loading during the cut, in a 25,198 lb (11,430 kg) machine
Mazak HCN-Q Series
- 80 in (2,032 mm) to 110 in (2,794 mm) of X travel against 29 in (737 mm)
- 37 kW (50 HP) and 1,357 Nm (1,001 ft-lb) continuous against 15 kW (20 HP) and 60 Nm (44 ft-lb)
- 80 tools against 40 tools, on a CAT No.50 spindle
Verdict
These machines serve different jobs. Choose the Mazak HCN-5000 for castings and housings that fit within 29 in (737 mm) of X and Y, cut in aluminum and iron, where its 12,000 rpm spindle and 2,362 ipm (60 m/min) rapids keep production cycles short. Choose the Mazak HCN-Q Series for large workpieces that need 80 in (2,032 mm) or more of X, deep boring and heavy roughing at up to 1,357 Nm (1,001 ft-lb), with 80 tools on hand.