Hartford Aero-536BL-5X
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Key Specifications
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
Table Size
max table load
x axis travel
y axis travel
How much does the Hartford Aero-536BL-5X cost?
Price estimate
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Overview
The Hartford Aero-536BL-5X is a five-metre gantry type 5-axis machining center. It has 5,000 mm (196.9 in) of X travel, 3,600 mm (141.7 in) of Y, 1,100 mm of Z with a 1,300 mm option, and a 5,000 x 3,100 mm (196.9 x 122.0 in) table.
The fourth and fifth axes are in the head. Hartford fits a 5 axis head made in Germany by Cytec and states that the assembly delivers high precision. Under the HSK-A100 heading it gives the maximum torque output of the B axis and the C axis as 1,000 Nm each, which is the holding and driving torque available to keep the spindle on its path while the cutter is loaded.
The head carries one of two spindles: HSK-A63 at 24,000 rpm or HSK-A100 at 12,000 rpm. Both are oil-air lubricated according to Hartford.
Below the head, the Z axis is built to stay put thermally. Motor base, ballscrew, nuts and bearings are cooled, a measure Hartford says raises dynamic rigidity and axis accuracy by 15%, and the ram is driven by twin ballscrews. The 5-faced machine on this table, the Aero-536B, has a #50 gear head at 6,000 rpm for comparison.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Table Size | 5,000 x 3,100 mm (196.9 x 122.0 in) |
| Max Table Load | 5,000 kg/m² |
| X Axis Travel | 5,000 mm (196.9 in) |
| Y Axis Travel | 3,600 mm (141.7 in) |
| Z Axis Travel | 1,100 (opt 1,300) mm |
| Spindle Taper | HSK-A63 / HSK-A100 |
| Spindle Speed HSK A63 | 24,000 rpm |
| Spindle Speed HSK A100 | 12,000 rpm |
| Tool Capacity | S type 30 (opt 40), A type 40 (opt 60) pcs |
Specifications sourced from hartfordcnc.com — verified 2026-10-04
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Cytec 5 axis head with 1,000 Nm on the B and C axes
- HSK-A63 spindle at 24,000 rpm or HSK-A100 at 12,000 rpm, oil-air lubricated
- Cooled Z-axis drive train with twin ballscrews
- 5,000 x 3,100 mm (196.9 x 122.0 in) table rated at 5,000 kg/m²
Limitations
- No spindle power row in this model's table
- B and C travel angles are not stated
- Narrowest of the five-metre 5X models
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Hartford states that the machine is assembled with a Germany made Cytec 5 axis head. The maximum torque output of the B and C axes is given as 1,000 Nm each.
02
24,000 rpm for the HSK-A63 spindle and 12,000 rpm for the HSK-A100 spindle. The table for this model has no power row, so motor ratings need to be requested.
03
On the Z axis the motor base, ballscrew, nuts and bearings are completely cooled. Hartford states this increases dynamic rigidity and axis accuracy by 15%. The Z axis also has a twin ballscrew design.
04
The Aero-541BL-5X with a 5,000 x 3,600 mm (196.9 x 141.7 in) table and 4,100 mm (161.4 in) of Y, and the Aero-546BL-5X with 5,000 x 4,100 mm (196.9 x 161.4 in) and 4,600 mm (181.1 in) of Y.
