Hyundai WIA KF7600L
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Max Spindle
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
Overview
The Hyundai WIA KF7600L is the long-bed flagship of the KF-series vertical machining centers, offering extended X-axis travel for shops that machine long prismatic parts, run multi-part pallet fixtures, or need a wide machining envelope without stepping up to a horizontal machining center. The L (Long) designation signals an X-travel of approximately 1,500 mm (59.1 in), making this the widest-reach VMC in the KF lineup.
Travel is approximately 1,500 x 670 x 520 mm (59.1 x 26.4 x 20.5 in) with a 1,700 x 670 mm (66.9 x 26.4 in) T-slot table rated for 1,500 kg (3,307 lb). This is a substantial work envelope that accommodates long aluminium extrusions, large steel fabrications, and multi-part fixtures running three or four parts per cycle. The table load rating handles the heavy fixtures and workpieces common in large-format machining.
The HSK-A63 spindle delivers 22/18.5 kW (30/25 hp) at speeds up to 12,000 RPM (15,000/20,000 RPM high-speed options available) with direct-drive technology. Rapid traverse rates of 36 m/min (1,417 ipm) in X/Y and 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) in Z become particularly important on a machine with 1,500 mm X-travel, where repositioning between fixture stations covers significant distance.
The 30-tool arm-type ATC (40-tool optional) and FANUC i-Series control are standard. Linear roller guideways on all axes provide the smooth, accurate motion needed across the extended travel range. At $160,000-$230,000 new, the KF7600L targets large-part shops that need maximum VMC travel before the cost and complexity of horizontal machining centers become justified.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 1,500 mm (59.1 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 670 mm (26.4 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 520 mm (20.5 in) |
| Table Size | mm |
| Table Load Max | 1,500 kg (3,307 lb) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 12,000 RPM (15K/20K RPM optional) |
| Spindle Taper | HSK-A63 |
| Spindle Motor Power | kW |
| Spindle Drive | Direct drive |
| Tool Capacity | 30 (40 optional) |
| Tool Changer Type | Servo-driven arm type |
| Rapid Traverse Xy | 36 m/min (1,417 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Z | 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) |
| Guideway Type | Linear roller guideways |
| CNC Control | FANUC i-Series |
| Machine Weight | 15,000 kg (33,069 lb) approx. |
| Description | Unit |
| Max Load Capacity | kg |
| Spindle Rpm | r/min |
| Spindle Torque | N.m |
| Travel | mm |
| Rapid Feed Rate | m/min |
| No Of Tools | EA |
| Tool Change Time | sec |
| Type Of Business | Business Type 1VehiclesIT/ElectronicsMachinery/ShipbuildingComplex & Precise PartsDie&Mold IndustryEnergyOthersBusiness Type 2 |
| E Mail | @ |
Specifications sourced from wiamachine.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 1,500 mm X-travel is the longest in the KF series, accommodating parts and fixtures that exceed shorter-travel VMC capacity
- 1,700 x 670 mm table with 1,500 kg load handles heavy multi-part fixtures, long extrusions, and large fabrications
- HSK-A63 spindle with multiple speed options (12K/15K/20K) lets buyers optimise for their primary workpiece material
- 22 kW spindle power provides strong roughing capability on the large steel and cast iron parts this machine targets
- Cost-effective alternative to horizontal machining centers for shops where VMC accessibility and simplicity are preferred
- Linear roller guideways maintain positioning accuracy across the extended 1,500 mm X-axis stroke
Limitations
- 15,000 kg weight and large footprint require substantial floor space, foundation, and overhead crane for installation
- 1,500 mm X-travel means longer repositioning times than compact VMCs, even with 36 m/min rapids
- 520 mm Z-travel may be insufficient for tall workpieces that the large X/Y envelope otherwise accommodates
- HSK-A63 tooling cost adds to the already significant capital investment for a long-bed VMC
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Choose the KF7600L when your parts or fixtures regularly exceed 1,300 mm in the X-direction. The KF7600L adds 200 mm of X-travel (1,500 vs 1,300 mm) with a proportionally larger table. If your longest parts fit within 1,300 mm, the KF6700 II offers similar Y/Z travel at lower cost and smaller footprint.
02
New KF7600L machines typically sell in the $160,000-$230,000 range. Base machines start around $160,000; options including high-speed spindle upgrade, expanded ATC, through-spindle coolant, probing, and 4th-axis preparation can push the price toward $230,000. The long-bed configuration commands a premium over shorter KF models.
03
For long, flat parts machined primarily from the top, a long-bed VMC like the KF7600L is simpler, cheaper, and provides better operator visibility. For parts requiring machining on multiple faces, a horizontal machining center with a rotary table is more efficient. The KF7600L is the right choice when VMC accessibility is valued and multi-face machining is not the primary requirement.
04
At 15,000 kg, the KF7600L requires a reinforced concrete foundation capable of supporting the machine weight plus dynamic cutting forces. Consult the Hyundai WIA installation manual for specific slab thickness and soil bearing requirements. Most shops with standard 6-inch reinforced concrete floors can support the machine with proper leveling pad placement.
