Soraluce TTB 12000
Key Specifications
Spindle Diameter
X Travel (Table)
Y Travel (Column)
Z Travel (Spindle)
W Axis (Spindle Extension)
Spindle Speed Range
Overview
The Soraluce TTB 12000 is a large-format CNC table-type boring and milling machine engineered for the precision machining of heavy, complex workpieces in energy, aerospace, heavy engineering, and large mold manufacturing. Part of Soraluce's TTB series, this machine is designed around a rigid T-slot rotary table and a powerful spindle that can tackle heavy interrupted cuts as well as precision finish boring operations in a single setup.
At the heart of the TTB 12000 is Soraluce's proprietary Dynamic Active Stabilizer (DAS+) anti-vibration system, which actively monitors and suppresses chatter in real time using accelerometers mounted on the spindle head. This innovation enables aggressive metal removal rates on large overhanging workpieces that would cause chatter on conventional machines, dramatically improving surface finish and reducing cycle time.
The machine's table travels up to 12,000 mm in the X-axis, making it suited for the longest structural components encountered in energy sector work such as wind turbine housings, large turbine casings, and locomotive bogies. The W-axis spindle extension provides additional reach for deep-bore operations without requiring the table to traverse back and forth.
Built in the Basque Country of Spain, the TTB 12000 reflects Soraluce's tradition of manufacturing heavy-duty machine tools with robust cast-iron and fabricated-steel structures, precision ground guideways, and a focus on long-term thermal stability. It is configurable with a wide range of milling, boring, and right-angle heads for complete 5-face machining capability.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Spindle Diameter | 130 mm |
| X Travel (Table) | 12,000 mm |
| Y Travel (Column) | 2,500 mm |
| Z Travel (Spindle) | 1,500 mm |
| W Axis (Spindle Extension) | 800 mm |
| Spindle Speed Range | 2 – 3,000 rpm |
| Spindle Taper | ISO 50 / HSK-A100 |
| Table Size | 2,500 x 2,500 mm |
| Rotary Table | CNC-controlled, ±360° (0.001° resolution) |
| Control System | Heidenhain TNC 640 |
| Machine Weight | 95,000 kg |
Specifications sourced from soraluce.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- DAS+ active anti-vibration system enables aggressive cuts on large overhanging workpieces
- 12,000 mm X-axis travel covers the longest structural components in energy and aerospace
- CNC rotary table enables 5-face machining of large prismatic parts in a single setup
- W-axis spindle extension provides deep-bore reach without full table repositioning
Limitations
- Very high capital cost and long lead time typical of large custom machine tools
- Requires purpose-built foundation, overhead crane, and large dedicated floor area
- Complex multi-axis configuration demands highly skilled programmers and operators
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
DAS+ (Dynamic Active Stabilizer) is Soraluce's patented active chatter suppression system. Accelerometers on the spindle head detect vibration onset and a control algorithm drives actuators to counteract it in real time. This allows deeper cuts and longer boring bar extensions than passive damping systems, improving surface finish and reducing cycle time on large workpieces.
02
Yes. The TTB 12000 is a boring and milling machining center. With optional right-angle heads and a full tool changer, it can perform face milling, contour milling, pocket milling, and precision boring in a single setup, minimizing workpiece handling for complex large parts.
03
The standard configuration uses a Heidenhain TNC 640, one of the most capable and widely supported CNC controls for large machining centers. Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl is available as an alternative for shops standardized on Siemens controls.
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