Mazak VORTEX HORIZONTAL PROFILER 160

$900,000 - $1,500,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

Table Size

157.48″ × 62.99″

Spindle Power

45 kW (60 hp) continuous

max table load

3,000 kg (6,614 lb)

max workpiece

4,000 x 1,600 x 500 mm (157.5 x 63.0 x 19.7 in)

spindle speed

26,000 RPM

spindle torque

42 Nm (31 ft-lb)

Overview

The Mazak VORTEX HORIZONTAL PROFILER 160 is a high-speed 5-axis profiling machine built specifically for aerospace aluminum structural machining. It delivers the 26,000 RPM spindle speed and 45 kW (60 hp) continuous power needed to achieve maximum material removal rates on aluminum aerospace alloys like 7075-T6 and 2024-T3.

The machine features a 4,000 x 1,250 mm (157.5 x 49.2 in) table with 3,000 kg (6,614 lb) load capacity, sized for large wing ribs, bulkheads, fuselage frames, and structural panels. Maximum workpiece dimensions of 4,000 x 1,600 x 500 mm (157.5 x 63.0 x 19.7 in) cover the majority of single-piece aluminum structural parts in commercial and military aircraft programs.

The standard spindle configuration runs 26,000 RPM at 45 kW continuous with 42 Nm (31 ft-lb) of torque. High-pressure through-spindle coolant runs 1.5 MPa (218 PSI) standard with options to 3.5 MPa (508 PSI) or 7.0 MPa (1,015 PSI) for aggressive chip evacuation during deep pocket machining where chip recutting would damage surface finish.

The horizontal spindle orientation is critical for high-speed aluminum profiling. Chips fall away from the cut zone naturally with gravity instead of sitting in pockets, preventing recutting that damages surface finish and can weld aluminum chips to the workpiece surface at high cutting speeds.

The MAZATROL SmoothAi CNC optimizes cutting conditions automatically during long profiling passes. The Profiler 160 is the standard-power model in the Horizontal Profiler family, with the 160 XP variant stepping up to 30,000 RPM and 120 kW for maximum aluminum removal rates. Pricing starts around $900,000.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Table Size	157.48″ × 62.99″
Max Table Load	3,000 kg (6,614 lb)
Max Workpiece	4,000 x 1,600 x 500 mm (157.5 x 63.0 x 19.7 in)
Spindle Speed	26,000 RPM
Spindle Motor Power	45 kW (60 hp) continuous
Spindle Torque	42 Nm (31 ft-lb)
Coolant Pressure Standard	1.5 MPa (218 PSI)
Coolant Pressure Options	3.5 MPa (508 PSI) / 7.0 MPa (1,015 PSI)
Spindle Orientation	Horizontal
Construction	Horizontal spindle profiler
CNC Control	MAZATROL SmoothAi CNC
Max Spindle Speed	30000 mm-1(rpm)
Max Workpiece Dimension	157.48″ × 62.99″ × 19.69″
Spindle Output	120 kW (161 HP) (cont. rating)

Specifications sourced from mazak.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

26,000 RPM spindle at 45 kW continuous delivers exceptional aluminum material removal rates for aerospace structural profiling
Horizontal spindle orientation provides natural chip fall-away, preventing recutting and surface damage during high-speed aluminum machining
4,000 x 1,250 mm table handles full-size wing ribs, bulkheads, and fuselage frame components in a single setup
High-pressure coolant up to 7.0 MPa provides aggressive chip evacuation during deep pocket machining
3,000 kg table load accommodates heavy aluminum billets and fixtures common in aerospace structural work
SmoothAi CNC optimizes cutting conditions during long profiling passes for consistent surface finish

Limitations

Starting at $900K, the machine requires high-volume aerospace production to justify the capital investment
Purpose-built for aluminum high-speed profiling; not suitable for heavy steel or titanium roughing due to limited spindle torque
42 Nm spindle torque restricts the machine primarily to aluminum, composites, and light alloy work
Massive machine requires significant floor space, foundation engineering, and utilities infrastructure

Best For

Aerospace tier-1 suppliers machining aluminum wing ribs, spars, and structural members at maximum removal rates Aircraft OEMs producing fuselage frames and bulkheads from solid aluminum billets Defense aerospace manufacturers machining large aluminum structural components for military aircraft programs Space industry manufacturers producing large aluminum structural panels, mounting brackets, and satellite bus components High-volume aerospace subcontractors specializing in aluminum structural profiling with tight cycle time requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a VORTEX Horizontal Profiler 160 cost?

The standard Profiler 160 starts around $900,000 and can reach $1,500,000 with full options including high-pressure coolant, extended ATC, and PALLETECH integration. This is a serious capital commitment for dedicated aerospace aluminum profiling.

02 Profiler 160 vs 160 XP?

The standard 160 runs 26,000 RPM at 45 kW continuous. The XP pushes to 30,000 RPM at 120 kW continuous — nearly 3x the power. The XP also gets a wider table. Choose XP for maximum aluminum removal rates on the largest parts; standard 160 for lower-volume or smaller-part profiling.

03 Can it cut titanium?

Very limited. The 42 Nm spindle torque handles titanium fastener hole drilling and light finishing. For serious titanium work, the VORTEX i-V or i-800T with high-torque No.50 spindles are far better choices. The Profiler 160 is purpose-built for aluminum.

04 Why horizontal instead of vertical?

In high-speed aluminum machining, chips must fall away from pockets immediately. Vertical spindles trap chips in pockets, causing recutting that damages surface finish and can weld chips to the workpiece. Horizontal orientation uses gravity for natural chip evacuation.