Johnford Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC)

Johnford AHC-1600

Q: How much does the Johnford AHC-1600 cost?

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Specs verified 2026-10-04 · johnford.com.tw Updated 2026-10-04

Johnford AHC-1600 (shown without enclosure)

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Key Specifications

Spindle Taper

ISO-50

Tool Capacity

40 tools (60, 80, 120 Opt.)

Table Size

1,600 x 810 mm (63 x 32 in)

Spindle Power

26 kW (35 hp)

Accuracy

±0.0003 in (±0.008 mm) full stroke

Repeatability

±0.0002 in (±0.005 mm)

How much does the Johnford AHC-1600 cost?

Price estimate

Uncertain

We do not have a price for the Johnford AHC-1600 that we can stand behind, so we show no number. Configuration, options and installation move the final price a long way: a quote is the reliable figure.

Overview

The Johnford AHC-1600 is a horizontal machining center built around an unusual table: a 0.001° B-axis rotary table of 800 mm (31.5 in) diameter embedded in a fixed flat plate of 1,600 x 810 mm (63 x 32 in). Long parts are clamped on the flat table, which takes 4,600 kg (10,120 lb). Parts that need indexing sit on the rotary section, rated 2,000 kg (4,400 lb).

Travels are 1,600 mm (63 in) in X, 1,270 mm (50 in) in Y and 1,016 mm (40 in) in Z, with the column carrying the Z motion. The spindle centre can be anywhere from 140 to 1,410 mm (5.5~55.5 in) above the table top.

Three spindles are offered. The standard one is a 26 kW (35 hp) unit with a 2 speed gearbox, 0~6,000 rpm and an ISO-50 taper, and the maker quotes 575 ft/lbs at 375 rpm for it. That low-speed torque is the reason to buy the base machine. The first option is an inline direct drive spindle to 10,000 rpm with 26 / 30 kW (35 / 40 hp). The second is an integral motor spindle to 15,000 rpm with 41 kW (56 hp) and an HSK-100A taper. Each step up in speed gives away torque: 122 ft/lbs at 1,500 rpm for the direct drive, 300 ft/lbs at 1,000 rpm for the motor spindle.

Johnford states linear positioning accuracy of ±0.0003 in over full stroke and repeatability of ±0.0002 in, on pre-tensioned Class 3 double nut ball screws. The 40-tool changer swaps tools in 6 sec tool to tool. The base machine weighs 20,000 kg (44,000 lb) and needs 208 / 220 Volts, 3 Phase, 150 Amps and 90 psi air.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X Axis Travel	1,600 mm (63 in)
Y Axis Travel	1,270 mm (50 in)
Z Axis Travel	1,016 mm (40 in)
Distance Spindle Center to Table Top	140~1,410 mm (5.5~55.5 in)
Distance Spindle Nose to Table Center	200 mm (7.9 in) (min.) / 1,216 mm (47.9 in) (max.)
Table Size	1,600 x 810 mm (63 x 32 in)
Rotary Table Diameter	800 mm (31.5 in)
Max Table Load	4,600 kg (10,120 lb)
Max Rotary Table Load	2,000 kg (4,400 lb)
Table Surface	Ground / T-Slotted
T-Slots	5 x 18 mm
Spindle Motor Power	26 kW (35 hp)
Spindle Torque	575 ft/lbs at only 375 rpm
Spindle Taper	ISO-50
Spindle Drive	2 Speed Gearbox
Spindle Speed	0~6,000 rpm
Spindle Power Optional Direct Drive	26 / 30 kW (35 / 40 hp) Fanuc
Spindle Torque Optional Direct Drive	122 ft/lbs at 1,500 rpm (258 ft/lbs at 500 rpm Opt.)
Spindle Speed Optional Direct Drive	0~10,000 rpm
Spindle Power Optional Motor Spindle	41 kW (56 hp) High Torque
Spindle Torque Optional Motor Spindle	300 ft/lbs at 1,000 rpm
Spindle Taper Optional Motor Spindle	HSK-100A
Spindle Speed Optional Motor Spindle	0~15,000 rpm
Tool Capacity	40 tools (60, 80, 120 Opt.)
Tool Selection	Bi-Directional Random
Tool Change Time	6 sec tool to tool
Max Tool Diameter (full magazine)	4.9 in (124 mm) with adjacent tools, 9.8 in (249 mm) without
Max Tool Weight	15 kg (33 lb)
Tool Shank	CAT-50 (BT-50 / HSK-100A Opt.)
Max Tool Length	400 mm (15.7 in)
Ball Screw Diameter Xyz	2.0 in X, Y, Z x 10 pitch
Ball Screw Type	Class 3 Double Nut Pre-Loaded
Ball Screw Mounting	Pre-Tensioned
Axis Servo Motors	7.0 / 4.0 / 7.0 / 4.0 kW (9.0 / 5.2 / 9.0 / 5.2 hp) on X / Y / Z / B
Rapid Traverse Xyz	15 / 15 / 15 m/min (590 / 590 / 590 ipm)
Table Speed B Axis	11.1 rpm
Cutting Feed Rate	0.01~472 ipm (0.25~11,989 mm/min)
Positioning Accuracy	±0.0003 in (±0.008 mm) full stroke
Repeatability	±0.0002 in (±0.005 mm)
B Axis Positioning Accuracy	5 arc seconds with scale / 15 arc seconds without
Coolant Tank Capacity	120 gallons (454 L)
Machine Weight	20,000 kg (44,000 lb)
Machine Dimensions	4,375 x 5,560 x 3,585 mm
Power Requirement	208 / 220 Volts, 3 Phase, 150 Amps
Air Supply	90 psi (6.2 bar)

Specifications sourced from johnford.com.tw — verified 2026-10-04

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Flat table for 4,600 kg (10,120 lb) with an embedded 800 mm (31.5 in) rotary table for 2,000 kg (4,400 lb)
Standard geared spindle delivers 575 ft/lbs at 375 rpm
Optional spindles to 10,000 rpm (direct drive) or 15,000 rpm (integral motor, 41 kW (56 hp))
Stated positioning accuracy of ±0.0003 in full stroke and repeatability of ±0.0002 in
Four screw type chip conveyors with chip buckets and a full enclosure with interlocks as standard

Limitations

The rotary table carries 2,000 kg (4,400 lb), less than half the flat table's rating
Tools are limited to 15 kg (33 lb) and 4.9 in diameter with adjacent tools
B axis positioning is 15 arc seconds without the optional scale
Electrical supply is listed only as 208 / 220 Volts, 3 Phase, 150 Amps

Best For

Long parts on the flat table and indexed parts on the rotary table in one machine Heavy cutting in steel with the 2 speed gearbox spindle Housings and frames up to 1,600 mm (63 in) long machined on several sides

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is special about the AHC-1600 table?

It combines two work surfaces. A ground, T-slotted flat table of 1,600 x 810 mm (63 x 32 in) carries up to 4,600 kg (10,120 lb), and a 0.001° B-axis rotary table of 800 mm (31.5 in) diameter is embedded in it, carrying up to 2,000 kg (4,400 lb).

02 Which spindles are available on the AHC-1600?

Standard: 26 kW (35 hp), 2 speed gearbox, 0~6,000 rpm, ISO-50, 575 ft/lbs at 375 rpm. Optional inline direct drive: 26 / 30 kW (35 / 40 hp), 0~10,000 rpm. Optional integral motor spindle: 41 kW (56 hp), 0~15,000 rpm, HSK-100A, 300 ft/lbs at 1,000 rpm.

03 How accurate is the AHC-1600?

The maker's table gives linear positioning accuracy of ±0.0003 in (±0.008 mm) over full stroke and linear repeatability of ±0.0002 in (±0.005 mm). B axis positioning is 5 arc seconds with a scale and 15 arc seconds without.

04 What tool changer does the AHC-1600 have?

A 40-tool changer with bi-directional random selection and a 6 sec tool to tool change time; 60, 80 and 120 tools are options. Tool type is CAT-50, with BT-50 or HSK-100A optional. Maximum tool length is 400 mm (15.7 in) and weight 15 kg (33 lb).

05 What services does the AHC-1600 need?

208 / 220 Volts, 3 Phase, 150 Amps and an air source of 90 psi. The coolant tank holds 120 gallons. The machine measures 4,375 x 5,560 x 3,585 mm and the base machine weighs 20,000 kg (44,000 lb).

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