DN Solutions T 4000 HP

$55,000 - $85,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

X Travel

350 mm (14 in)

Y Travel

520 mm (16 in)

Z Travel

400 mm (14 in)

Max Spindle

12,000 RPM

Table Size

650 x 400 mm (26 x 16 in)

Spindle Power

36 kW (48 hp)

Overview

The DN Solutions T 4000 HP is a high-power tapping center designed for production environments where speed and material removal rate trump everything else. The "HP" designation stands for High Power, and the specs back it up — a 12,000 RPM spindle with 36 kW (48 hp) packed into a compact tapping center footprint. That's more power than many full-size VMCs offer, crammed into a machine with a 650 x 400 mm table and axis travels of just 350 x 520 x 400 mm (14 x 16 x 14 in).

Tapping centers have traditionally been speed machines — fast rapids, quick tool changes, and small work envelopes optimized for high-volume light-duty parts. The T 4000 HP breaks that mold by adding serious spindle power. At 36 kW, you can run larger endmills and heavier cuts than a typical tapping center allows, making this machine viable for parts that would otherwise require a full-size VMC. The 43 Nm of torque is modest compared to a box-way VMC, but it's substantial for the tapping center class.

The compact footprint is the real selling point for production cells. You can fit multiple T 4000 HP units in the floor space a single large VMC would occupy, then divide operations across machines for parallel processing. The 300 kg table load capacity handles most small-to-medium production parts. At 3,000 kg machine weight, installation is straightforward — no special foundations needed. The FANUC control keeps programming and operation consistent with the rest of a DN Solutions shop.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	350 mm (14 in)
Y-Axis Travel	520 mm (16 in)
Z-Axis Travel	400 mm (14 in)
Max Spindle Speed	12,000 RPM
Spindle Motor Power	36 kW (48 hp)
Spindle Torque	43 Nm (32 ft-lb)
Table Size	650 x 400 mm (26 x 16 in)
Table Load Capacity	300 kg (661 lb)
Machine Weight	3,000 kg (6,614 lb)
CNC Control	FANUC 0i-Plus with iHMI
Max Spindle Speed	12000 r/min
X Axis Travel Distance	350 mm
Y Axis Travel Distance	520 mm
Metric	IMPERIAL
Travels	X-Axis Travel DistanceY-Axis Travel DistanceZ-Axis Travel Distance
Feed Rates	X-Axis Rapid TraverseY-Axis Rapid TraverseZ-Axis Rapid Traverse
Main Spindle	Max. Spindle SpeedMax. Spindle PowerMax. Spindle Torque
Table	Table LengthTable WidthMaximum Workpiece weight
Dimensions	LengthHeightWidthWeight
Favorites	T 4000LHS

Specifications sourced from dn-solutions.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

36 kW (48 hp) spindle power is exceptional for the tapping center class, enabling heavier cuts than competing machines
Compact footprint allows multiple units in production cells for parallel processing of high-volume parts
12,000 RPM spindle speed handles both drilling/tapping operations and moderate milling work effectively
3,000 kg machine weight means no special foundation requirements — straightforward installation on most shop floors
Low acquisition cost compared to full-size VMCs makes multi-machine production cells financially viable
FANUC control maintains programming consistency across a DN Solutions shop

Limitations

350 x 520 x 400 mm travels limit part size significantly — this isn't a replacement for a full-size VMC
43 Nm spindle torque is modest for heavy milling — the power is there but the torque caps out on large-diameter cutters
300 kg table load capacity restricts workpiece weight and fixture complexity
Small work envelope means dedicated fixturing for each part — less flexibility than a larger VMC

Best For

High-volume production shops running small parts that need more spindle power than a standard tapping center provides Automotive suppliers machining small aluminum and steel components in dedicated production cells Shops looking to replace older tapping centers with a more capable platform without expanding floor space Multi-machine cells where dividing operations across compact machines beats running everything on one large VMC Production environments where cycle time and throughput are the primary metrics driving machine selection

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a DN Solutions T 4000 HP cost?

New T 4000 HP machines typically run $55,000-$85,000 depending on options. The base machine starts around $55,000-$65,000, while adding through-spindle coolant, probing, and chip conveyor pushes pricing toward $75,000-$85,000. That's competitive with other premium tapping centers and significantly less than a full-size VMC.

02 What's the difference between the T 4000 HP and T 4000 HS?

The HP (High Power) has a 12,000 RPM spindle with 36 kW and 43 Nm torque — optimized for heavier cutting. The HS (High Speed) runs at 24,000 RPM with 11 kW and 17.5 Nm torque — optimized for high-speed light-duty work in aluminum. Choose the HP for mixed materials and heavier cuts; choose the HS for pure speed on aluminum parts.

03 Can the T 4000 HP replace a VMC?

For parts that fit within the 350x520x400mm work envelope, yes. The 36 kW spindle provides more power than many mid-size VMCs. But the limited travels mean larger parts still need a full-size machine. The T 4000 HP excels at dedicated production of smaller components where its speed and compact footprint are advantages.

04 Is the T 4000 HP good for aluminum?

It works well for aluminum production parts, but if aluminum is your primary material and you want maximum speed, the T 4000 HS with its 24,000 RPM spindle is the better choice. The HP's 12,000 RPM speed is adequate for aluminum but doesn't take full advantage of high-speed aluminum tooling.