EMAG HLC 150 H
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Key Specifications
Max Spindle
Max Workpiece ⌀
max hobbing diameter
max workpiece length
hob shift distance
hob head swivel
How much does the EMAG HLC 150 H cost?
Estimated price range
Our best estimate for a cnc gear cutting machine in this class — not a quote from EMAG. Configuration moves it a long way.
Overview
The EMAG HLC 150 H is a horizontal hobbing machine for small, fine-pitch gears: workpieces up to 150 mm (6 in) in diameter and 500 mm (19.5 in) long, with a hobbing diameter of up to 120 mm (4.5 in) and a module range of 0.3 - 3.0 mm.
The spindle figures point the same way. The hob spindle reaches 4,000 rpm, the same value the table gives as the maximum hobbing speed, and is rated for 140 Nm (103.5 ft-lb). That is speed-oriented rather than torque-oriented, which fits the module range: at 0.3 mm the teeth are tiny and want surface speed, while at the top end of 3.0 mm the cut is still light compared with the large shafts the CLC machines are built for.
The hob head swivels through 180°, so both hands of helix can be set, and the hob can shift by 220 mm (8.5 in). Shift length matters on long production runs because it spreads wear along the hob instead of concentrating it on a few teeth. The 120 mm (4.5 in) hobbing diameter is smaller than the 150 mm (6 in) workpiece diameter, so check the root diameter of a part, not only its outside diameter, against the hobbing limit.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Workpiece Diameter | 150 mm (6 in) |
| Max Hobbing Diameter | 120 mm (4.5 in) |
| Max Workpiece Length | 500 mm (19.5 in) |
| Hob Shift Distance | 220 mm (8.5 in) |
| Hob Head Swivel | 180° |
| Module Range | 0.3 - 3.0 mm |
| Spindle Torque | 140 Nm (103.5 ft-lb) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 4,000 rpm |
| Max Hobbing Speed | 4,000 rpm |
Specifications sourced from emag.com — verified 2026-10-03
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Hob spindle up to 4,000 rpm with 140 Nm (103.5 ft-lb) of torque
- Hob shift of 220 mm (8.5 in) for spreading hob wear
- Hob head swivels through 180° to set the hob to the helix angle
- Module range of 0.3 - 3.0 mm for fine-pitch gears
- Workpieces up to 500 mm (19.5 in) long on a horizontal layout
Limitations
- Hobbing diameter is limited to 120 mm (4.5 in), below the 150 mm (6 in) workpiece diameter
- Module stops at 3.0 mm, so coarse-pitch gears are outside its range
- The table lists no control, power or accuracy figure
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Workpieces up to 150 mm (6 in) in diameter and 500 mm (19.5 in) long, with a maximum hobbing diameter of 120 mm (4.5 in). The module range is 0.3 - 3.0 mm.
02
The table lists 4,000 rpm both as the maximum spindle speed and as the maximum hobbing speed, with a spindle torque of 140 Nm (103.5 ft-lb). It gives no power rating.
03
The hob head swivels through 180°, which is what sets the hob to the helix angle of a gear, so helical work is within the listed movement. The table does not state a helix angle limit, so confirm it for steep helices.
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