EMAG HSC 1
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
max turning diameter
max bar passage
axes
Overview
The EMAG HSC 1 is a horizontal shaft turning center from EMAG's Classic Shafts lineup, designed for high-volume production machining of shaft-type components up to 375 mm turning diameter with bar passage up to 51 mm. Unlike EMAG's signature vertical VL and VT machines, the HSC 1 uses a horizontal spindle configuration, making it familiar to operators trained on conventional CNC lathes while delivering EMAG's production-grade build quality and automation readiness.
The machine features a 4-axis configuration (X, Y, Z, plus dual C-axes) with generous travels of 198 mm on X, +/- 50 mm on Y, and 570 mm on Z. The Y-axis capability sets the HSC 1 apart from basic horizontal turning centers, enabling off-center drilling, milling, and contouring operations that would otherwise require a secondary machine. The main spindle runs at up to 4,000 RPM with an A2-6 spindle nose and 63 mm bore, while the counter spindle (110 mm flange, 7.5 kW) enables six-sided complete machining of shaft parts.
The standard turret configuration provides 12 BMT-55 stations with driven tools rated at 5,000 RPM and 4.5 kW, with optional 16-station turrets available in BMT-45 or VDI-30 interfaces. The driven tool capability combined with the Y-axis and C-axis control enables complex shaft machining including cross-holes, flats, keyways, and hexagonal features in a single setup. The counter spindle allows the workpiece to be transferred mid-cycle for complete six-sided machining without operator intervention.
At approximately 5,500 kg machine weight, the HSC 1 is built on a rigid cast or polymer concrete base designed for the sustained cutting loads of production shaft turning. The machine supports bar feeding for continuous production runs, with the 51 mm bar passage accommodating stock sizes common in automotive, hydraulic, and general industrial shaft production.
New HSC 1 machines price between $250,000 and $400,000 depending on configuration, with the Y-axis, counter spindle, and driven tools adding to the base turning-only price. The machine competes with horizontal shaft turning centers from Index, Citizen, Nakamura-Tome, and DMG Mori.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Turning Diameter | 375 mm (15 in) |
| Max Bar Passage | mmin |
| Axes | X, Y, Z + C (x2) |
| X-Axis Travel | 198 mm (8 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | +/- 50 mm (+/- 2 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 570 mm (22.5 in) |
| Main Spindle Speed | 4,000 RPM |
| Main Spindle Nose | A2-6 |
| Main Spindle Bore | 63 mm |
| Counter Spindle Flange | 110 mm diameter |
| Counter Spindle Power | 7.5 kW (10 hp) |
| Driven Tool Speed | 5,000 RPM |
| Driven Tool Power | 4.5 kW (6 hp) |
| Turret Stations Standard | 12 (BMT-55) |
| Turret Stations Optional | 16 (BMT-45 or VDI-30) |
| Machine Weight | 5,500 kg (12,125 lb) |
| CNC Control | Fanuc or Siemens |
| X Axis Travel | mmin |
| Y Axis Travel | mmin |
| Z Axis Travel | mmin |
| Turning Diameter Max | mmin |
| Main Spindle Speed Max | rpm |
| Speed Driven Tools | rpm |
| Power Of Tools Used | kWhp |
| Machine Weight Approx | kglb |
Specifications sourced from emag.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Y-axis with +/- 50 mm travel enables off-center milling, drilling, and contouring that eliminates secondary operations on a separate machining center
- Counter spindle with 7.5 kW power allows six-sided complete shaft machining with automated mid-cycle transfer
- 12-station BMT-55 turret with 5,000 RPM driven tools at 4.5 kW handles complex milling and drilling on shaft features
- 375 mm maximum turning diameter accommodates a wide range of shaft and chucked components
- 51 mm bar passage supports bar feeding for continuous unattended production of shaft components
- Horizontal configuration is familiar to operators trained on conventional CNC lathes, reducing training time
Limitations
- Horizontal layout lacks the gravity-assisted chip evacuation of EMAG's vertical VL and VT machines
- 4.5 kW driven tool power is modest compared to mill-turn machines with higher-power milling spindles
- EMAG's service and parts network in North America is smaller than Mazak, DMG Mori, or Okuma
- Premium pricing compared to basic horizontal CNC lathes from Asian manufacturers with similar spindle specs
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
The HSC 1 is a horizontal shaft turning center, while the VT series uses EMAG's vertical inverted pick-up spindle design. The HSC 1 supports bar feeding through its 51 mm bore and offers a Y-axis for off-center machining. The VT series relies on integrated pick-up automation and gravity chip evacuation. Both are production-oriented shaft machines, but the HSC 1 uses a more conventional layout.
02
The counter spindle allows the workpiece to be transferred mid-cycle for machining of the back end. This enables complete six-sided shaft machining in a single setup — the main spindle machines one end, transfers the part to the counter spindle, and the turret machines the opposite end. This eliminates re-chucking and maintains concentricity.
03
The standard configuration includes a 12-station BMT-55 turret. Optional configurations include 16-station turrets with BMT-45 or VDI-30 interfaces. All turret options support driven tools at 5,000 RPM and 4.5 kW for milling, drilling, and tapping operations.
04
Yes. The HSC 1 features a 51 mm bar passage through the main spindle, allowing bar feeding for continuous production of shaft components from bar stock. Combined with the counter spindle for back-end machining, this enables complete part production from bar in a single cycle.
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