Soraluce FXR 12000

$3,000,000 - $5,000,000 Updated 2026-03-16

Key Specifications

X Travel

12,000 mm (472 in)

Z Travel

1,500 mm (59.1 in)

Max Spindle

6,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

HSK-A100

Tool Capacity

80 standard (120 optional)

Spindle Power

75 kW (100.6 HP) continuous

Overview

The Soraluce FXR 12000 is a gantry-type 5-axis milling center with 12,000 mm (472 in) of X-axis travel, representing one of Soraluce's largest and most capable platforms for machining very large structural components in aerospace, energy, defense, and heavy tooling. The gantry configuration — with a bridge spanning the stationary workpiece and all motion axes carried by the bridge — enables 5-axis machining of parts that are too wide or too heavy for any traveling-column machine to accommodate.

Axis travels measure 12,000 mm (472 in) in X, with gantry spans available from 4,000 mm to 6,000 mm (Y-axis), and Z-axis travel of 1,500 mm (59.1 in). The 5-axis universal milling head provides ±110-degree A-axis tilt and 360-degree continuous C-axis rotation, delivering full simultaneous 5-axis machining. The main spindle operates up to 6,000 RPM at 75 kW (100.6 HP) through HSK-A100 tooling, providing the power for sustained heavy milling in titanium, steel, and Inconel at large depths of cut.

The FXR 12000 shares Soraluce's platform architecture with the FX 12000 (which Soraluce already has in the MachineToolIndex registry), but the FXR adds the rotating universal head for full 5-axis capability rather than the FX's 3+2 or 4-axis operation. The additional rotational axes allow undercut access, compound-angle machining, and full 3D surface contouring on the largest workpieces — capabilities that are required for aerospace forward fuselage sections, large mold halves, and ship propellers.

Positioning accuracy is ±0.010 mm (±0.00039 in) on linear axes with ±5 arcseconds angular accuracy on the 5-axis head. The Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl control manages all 5 axes simultaneously. New FXR 12000 machines price between $3,000,000 and $5,000,000 depending on gantry span, spindle configuration, and automation options.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	12,000 mm (472 in)
Gantry Span Y	4,000 - 6,000 mm (157 - 236 in)
Z-Axis Travel	1,500 mm (59.1 in)
5 Axis Head	Universal milling head, A-axis ±110°, C-axis 360° continuous
Angular Accuracy 5axis	±5 arcseconds
Max Spindle Speed	6,000 RPM
Spindle Taper	HSK-A100
Spindle Motor Power	75 kW (100.6 HP) continuous
Rapid Traverse X	25 m/min (984 IPM)
Tool Capacity	80 standard (120 optional)
Positioning Accuracy	±0.010 mm (±0.00039 in)
Repeatability	±0.005 mm (±0.0002 in)
Adaptive Control	Spindle power monitoring with automatic feed override
CNC Control	Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl
Architecture	Gantry, stationary workpiece
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Specifications sourced from soraluce.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

12,000 mm gantry travel accommodates the full length of very large aerospace panels, ship sections, and structural assemblies in a single clamping without repositioning
Gantry architecture allows extremely heavy workpieces — multiple tons — to rest on the ground-level table while all machine mass is carried by the overhead bridge, eliminating workpiece weight as a constraint
Full simultaneous 5-axis machining on gantry scale enables compound-angle cutting of aerodynamic surfaces, propeller blade profiles, and large mold 3D contours that require continuous multi-axis motion
75 kW spindle provides sustained heavy roughing power for titanium and steel at the long cycle times required for very large material-removal programs
Soraluce's Adaptive Control system protects the spindle and tooling on long unattended 5-axis programs by automatically managing feed rates against spindle load
Active Vibration Control option enables full-speed machining on long spindle extensions over large workpieces where passive damping would limit productivity

Limitations

Base price of $3M-$5M plus installation infrastructure (precision foundation, temperature control, crane access) represents one of the largest single machine tool investments in any manufacturing facility
6,000 RPM spindle speed, while powerful, is not optimized for high-speed aluminum surface finishing; shops requiring fine aluminum surface quality at maximum speed may need spindle options
Gantry installation requires an engineered reinforced concrete foundation with embedded guideways — site preparation typically takes 6-12 months before machine installation can begin
Machine calibration and volumetric error compensation for a 12-meter, 6-meter-span gantry requires specialized metrology equipment and significant time at commissioning
Operating a 5-axis gantry machine requires highly skilled programmers and operators; staff training investment is substantial

Best For

Aerospace prime contractors machining very large fuselage panels, wing panels, and major structural assemblies requiring 5-axis contouring at gantry scale Marine propulsion manufacturers machining large ship propellers, impellers, and water jet components with complex 3D blade profiles Defense manufacturers machining large radar antenna structures, submarine hull sections, and oversized airframe panels Large mold and die shops producing very large press tooling, casting molds, and composite layup molds requiring 5-axis surface machining Wind energy manufacturers machining large turbine blade molds and nacelle housings requiring 5-axis access to complex curved surfaces

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the difference between the FXR 12000 and FX 12000?

The FX 12000 is Soraluce's 12-meter gantry machine configured for 3-axis or 3+2 positioning with interchangeable heads — powerful for heavy milling and boring but limited to indexed multi-face machining. The FXR 12000 adds a universal rotating head that provides full simultaneous 5-axis interpolation (A and C axes continuous), enabling true 5-axis surface machining on the same gantry platform. The FXR is the correct choice when compound-angle contouring, undercut access, and aerodynamic surface machining are required.

02 What workpiece sizes can the FXR 12000 accommodate?

The FXR 12000 can machine workpieces up to 12,000 mm long, up to 4,000-6,000 mm wide (depending on gantry span ordered), and up to approximately 1,200 mm tall within the Z-axis travel. Workpiece weight is limited only by the floor and foundation capacity — gantry machines place no mechanical load limit on the workpiece from the machine itself.

03 How is the FXR 12000 calibrated for accuracy at gantry scale?

At commissioning, Soraluce's metrology team performs a full volumetric calibration of all linear and rotational axes using laser trackers and precision artifacts. The geometric errors measured across the full 12-meter travel are entered into the Siemens 840D sl control's volumetric compensation tables, correcting for guideway straightness, squareness, roll, pitch, and yaw across the full working volume. Periodic recalibration (typically annually) maintains accuracy as machine components age.

04 What CAM strategies are used for 5-axis gantry machining?

5-axis programs for the FXR 12000 typically use simultaneous 5-axis strategies in CATIA V5/V6 NC, OPEN MIND hyperMILL, or Siemens NX CAM. Given the scale of workpieces, programs are often divided into zones with defined toolpath passes across large surfaces. Collision checking is essential at gantry scale, where the bridge, spindle carrier, and head must be verified clear of the workpiece and fixturing across all 5 axes throughout the full program.

05 How long does it take to install a Soraluce FXR 12000?

Total project timeline from order confirmation to production-ready installation is typically 24-36 months. This includes 14-20 months of machine build time, 6-12 months of site preparation (foundation engineering, concrete work, embedded guideway installation), and 2-4 months of machine installation, alignment, and commissioning at the customer facility. Early engagement with Soraluce's project engineering team is essential for coordinating site preparation with machine build milestones.