Machine Comparison
Mazak HCN Series vs Mazak HCN-5000
Yamazaki Mazak vs Yamazaki Mazak · Horizontal Machining Centers
Summary
The Mazak HCN Series is Mazak's family of horizontal machining centers, from the 4000 and 5000 sizes up to 8800-class machines; the Mazak HCN-5000 is one model within that range. So this comparison sets a single machine against the span of options across the family, and the family figures are ranges rather than one specification.
Across the series, spindles run 6,000-30,000 RPM, power spans 15-56 kW (20-75 hp), torque 22-955 Nm and magazines 40-120 tools standard, up to 330 optional, with CAT 40, HSK-F63 or CAT 50 tapers. The HCN-5000 sits at the fast, lighter end: 12,000 rpm, 15 kW (20 HP) continuous, 60 Nm (44 ft-lb), CAT No.40 and 40 tools. It rapids at 2,362 ipm (60 m/min), the same as the smaller models in the series; the larger ones drop to 36 m/min (1,417 ipm).
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Mazak HCN Series | Mazak HCN-5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Spindle Speed | 6,000-30,000 RPM depending on model and spindle option ▲ | 12,000 rpm |
| Spindle Power | 15-56 kW (20-75 hp) ▲ | 15 kW (20 HP) continuous |
| Spindle Torque | 22-955 Nm depending on spindle configuration ▲ | 60 Nm (44 ft-lb) continuous |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | CAT 40 / HSK-F63 (4000, 5000); CAT 50 (5000/50, 6000, 8800+) | CAT No.40 |
| Tool Capacity | 40-120 tools standard (up to 330 optional) | 40 tools |
| Rapid Traverse | 60 m/min (2,362 ipm) smaller models; 36 m/min (1,417 ipm) larger | 2,362 ipm (60 m/min) |
Advantages
Mazak HCN Series
- Spindle choices across the family from 6,000-30,000 RPM
- Power up to 56 kW (75 hp) and torque up to 955 Nm on the larger models
- Magazines of 40-120 tools standard and up to 330 optional
- CAT 50 machines in the 8800 class for large castings
Mazak HCN-5000
- One defined specification: 12,000 rpm, 15 kW (20 HP) continuous and 40 tools on CAT No.40
- Sized for aluminum, cast iron and moderate steel housings, pump bodies and manifolds
Verdict
Treat this as a sizing decision within one family. If your parts are aluminum, cast iron or moderate steel housings, pump bodies and manifolds, the Mazak HCN-5000's 12,000 rpm CAT No.40 spindle and 60 m/min rapids cover the work. If you need large castings, torque up to 955 Nm, CAT 50 tooling or magazines up to 330 tools for high-mix cells, look further up the Mazak HCN Series to the larger models.