Machine Comparison
Mazak HCN-Q Series vs Mazak MEGA 8800
Yamazaki Mazak vs Yamazaki Mazak · Horizontal Machining Centers
Summary
The Mazak HCN-Q Series and the Mazak MEGA 8800 are both 50-taper horizontal machining centers for heavy cutting. The HCN-Q Series is the larger machine, built for deep boring and roughing of large workpieces, with 80 in (2,032 mm) to 110 in (2,794 mm) of X across the series. The MEGA 8800 has 55 in (1,397 mm) of X and is aimed at roughing Inconel and other difficult-to-cut alloys.
The whole HCN-Q range is larger on travel: 55 in (1,397 mm) to 79 in (2,007 mm) of Y against 47 in (1,194 mm), and 60 in (1,524 mm) to 73 in (1,854 mm) of Z against 52 in (1,321 mm). It has more torque, 1,357 Nm (1,001 ft-lb) against 1,050 Nm (774 ft-lb), and 80 tools against 60 tools. The MEGA 8800 has the stronger and faster spindle, 75 kW (100 HP) and 4,000 rpm against 37 kW (50 HP) and 3,000 rpm, and rapids at 1,890 ipm (48 m/min) against at most 1,181 ipm (30 m/min).
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Mazak HCN-Q Series | Mazak MEGA 8800 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 80 in (2,032 mm) to 110 in (2,794 mm) | 55 in (1,397 mm) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 55 in (1,397 mm) to 79 in (2,007 mm) | 47 in (1,194 mm) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 60 in (1,524 mm) to 73 in (1,854 mm) | 52 in (1,321 mm) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 3,000 rpm | 4,000 rpm ▲ |
| Spindle Power | 37 kW (50 HP) continuous | 75 kW (100 HP) continuous ▲ |
| Spindle Torque | 1,357 Nm (1,001 ft-lb) continuous ▲ | 1,050 Nm (774 ft-lb) continuous |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | CAT No.50 | CAT No.50 |
| Tool Capacity | 80 tools ▲ | 60 tools |
| Rapid Traverse | 945 ipm (24 m/min) to 1,181 ipm (30 m/min) | 1,890 ipm (48 m/min) |
| Machine Weight | 125,664 lb (57,000 kg) to 154,324 lb (70,000 kg) | 68,342 lb (30,999 kg) |
Advantages
Mazak HCN-Q Series
- 80 in (2,032 mm) to 110 in (2,794 mm) of X travel against 55 in (1,397 mm)
- 1,357 Nm (1,001 ft-lb) continuous torque against 1,050 Nm (774 ft-lb)
- 80 tools against 60 tools
Mazak MEGA 8800
- 75 kW (100 HP) continuous spindle power against 37 kW (50 HP)
- 4,000 rpm spindle against 3,000 rpm
- 1,890 ipm (48 m/min) rapids against at most 1,181 ipm (30 m/min)
- Optional 6-pallet changer for long unmanned runs
Verdict
Choose the Mazak HCN-Q Series for the largest workpieces, those that need more than 55 in (1,397 mm) of X, deep boring and the highest torque, 1,357 Nm (1,001 ft-lb), with 80 tools and a PALLETECH system for unmanned running. Choose the Mazak MEGA 8800 for parts within 55 in (1,397 mm) by 47 in (1,194 mm) in Inconel and other hard alloys, where 75 kW (100 HP), 4,000 rpm and 1,890 ipm (48 m/min) rapids shorten roughing cycles.