Heckert HEC 1000
Key Specifications
Y Travel
Z Travel
Max Spindle
Table Size
Spindle Power
pallet size
How much does the Heckert HEC 1000 cost?
Estimated price range
Our best estimate for a horizontal machining centers (hmc) in this class — not a quote from Heckert. Configuration moves it a long way.
Overview
The Heckert HEC 1000 is a large horizontal machining centre built around a 1,000 x 1,000 mm (39.4 x 39.4 in) pallet. Heckert lists 1,000 mm (39.4 in) of travel in both Y and Z, a spindle of up to 82 kW running at up to 12,500 rpm, and a tool-to-tool time of 4.0 sec.
The pallet edge is twice that of the HEC500, which has a 500 x 500 mm pallet, and a step above the 800 x 800 mm of the HEC800. Y and Z equal the pallet edge at 1,000 mm each, so a part that fills the pallet is only reachable over its full height if it and its fixture stay inside the Y stroke.
The spindle figures are upper limits: up to 82 kW and up to 12,500 rpm describe the top of the spindle range, not necessarily one spindle that delivers both. Establish which spindle a quoted machine carries. No X travel, spindle torque, tool capacity or rapid rate is given for this model, so those have to come from the machine's own documents.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Pallet Size | 1,000 x 1,000 mm (39.4 x 39.4 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 1,000 mm (39.4 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 1,000 mm (39.4 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | up to 12,500 rpm |
| Spindle Motor Power | up to 82 kW |
| Tool Change (tool-to-tool) | 4.0 sec |
| Table Size | 1000 x 800 mm |
| Table Load Max | 15,000 kg |
| Floor Space | 1900 x 1650 mm |
Specifications sourced from starrag.com — verified 2026-10-03
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 1,000 x 1,000 mm (39.4 x 39.4 in) pallet for large housings and frames
- Spindle power of up to 82 kW for heavy stock removal
- Spindle speeds of up to 12,500 rpm are offered
Limitations
- Y and Z travel are 1,000 mm (39.4 in) each, no more than the pallet edge, so fixture height comes straight out of the usable Y
- Heckert's figures for this model give no X travel, spindle torque, tool capacity or rapid traverse
- 82 kW and 12,500 rpm are both up-to figures and may belong to different spindles
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Frequently Asked Questions
01
The pallet is 1,000 x 1,000 mm (39.4 x 39.4 in). Y and Z travel are 1,000 mm (39.4 in) each, the same as the pallet edge, so check the height of the part plus its fixture against the Y stroke.
02
Heckert lists spindle power of up to 82 kW and spindle speed of up to 12,500 rpm. Both are upper limits and no torque figure is given, so ask which spindle is quoted and what its torque is. Tool-to-tool time is 4.0 sec.
03
The HEC 1000 has a 1,000 x 1,000 mm (39.4 x 39.4 in) pallet where the HEC800 has an 800 x 800 mm one. Spindle power tops out at 82 kW on both, the HEC800 being listed at 50 to 82 kW depending on spindle. The HEC800 speed range is 4,000 to 15,000 rpm, against up to 12,500 rpm here.
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