Zimmermann FZU32

Q: How much does the Zimmermann FZU32 cost?

The price estimate for the Zimmermann FZU32 is uncertain: we have no price for it that we can cite and no estimate we can stand behind, so we give no figure. Configuration, tooling, automation and installation move the final price substantially. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/zimmermann-fzu32#price; the request is passed to Zimmermann or an authorised dealer.

Specs verified 2026-10-04 · f-zimmermann.com Updated 2026-10-04

Zimmermann FZU32 5-axis portal milling machine

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Key Specifications

Max Spindle

24,000 rpm

Spindle Taper

HSK-A63

Spindle Power

34 kW (45.6 hp) S1 (100 %); 41 kW (55.0 hp) S6 (40 %/2 min)

x axis travel

2,000 – 6,000 mm (79"-236")

y axis travel

3,000/3,500 mm (118"/138")

z axis travel

1,250/1,500 mm (49"/59")

How much does the Zimmermann FZU32 cost?

Price estimate

Uncertain

We do not have a price for the Zimmermann FZU32 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 Zimmermann FZU32 brings the thermo-symmetrical, centre-guided portal of the larger machines to a unibody that Zimmermann calls remarkably compact. It is the smallest model in the range with published accuracy values: ≤10μm / ≤6μm on the linear axes (A/R to ISO 230-2) and ≤70μm / ≤50μm volumetric as standard, or ≤8μm / ≤4μm and ≤50μm / ≤30μm with increased accuracy.

X travel runs from 2,000 to 6,000 mm (79 to 236 in). Y is 3,000 or 3,500 mm (118 or 138 in) and Z is 1,250 or 1,500 mm (49 or 59 in). The Z choice has a consequence for the VH10 head shown on the data sheet: its C axis covers 300° at a Z of 1,250 mm and the full 360° only at 1,500 mm.

The table carries 6,000 kg/m² up to a maximum of 20,000 kg, three times the area load of the FZU27, with 18H12 T-slots at a 250 mm pitch. Zimmermann names aluminum, fiber composite materials, plastics, ureol and steel as the materials, and offers process cooling with cooling lubricants, minimum quantity lubrication or both. Lubricant cooling is on this machine's option list, so wet machining of metals is part of the concept.

The VH10 spindle is rated 34 kW at S1 and 41 kW at S6, with 39 Nm and 49 Nm, 24,000 rpm and an HSK-A63 holder. Linear axes move at up to 60 m/min and accelerate at up to 3 m/s². Height is 4,800 or 5,400 mm and length 3,500 – 8,100 mm without peripherals. For more acceleration and tighter standard accuracy in a unibody, the next model up is the FZU37.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X Axis Travel	2,000 – 6,000 mm (79"-236")
Y Axis Travel	3,000/3,500 mm (118"/138")
Z Axis Travel	1,250/1,500 mm (49"/59")
Table Length	2,000 – 6,000 mm (79"-236")
Table Width	3,000 – 3,500 mm (118"/138")
Max Table Load	6,000 kg/m² (max. 20,000 kg)
T Slots Longitudinal	18H12
T Slot Pitch	250 mm (9")
Feed Rate X Y Z Axis	up to 60 m/min (2362 ipm)
Acceleration X Y Z Axis	up to 3 m/s² (118 in/s²)
Required Space Length	3,500 – 8,100 mm (138"-319") (without peripherals)
Required Space Height	4,800/5,400 mm (189"/213")
Positioning Accuracy Linear Standard	≤10μm / ≤6μm (A/R – ISO 230-2)
Positioning Accuracy Rotational Standard	≤10'' / ≤6'' (A/R – ISO 230-2)
Volumetric Accuracy Standard	≤70μm / ≤50μm (A/R – ISO 230-2)
Thermostability Standard	dmax,240 ≤ 30μm (ISO 230-3)
Positioning Accuracy Linear Increased	≤8μm / ≤4μm (A/R – ISO 230-2)
Positioning Accuracy Rotational Increased	≤8'' / ≤5'' (A/R – ISO 230-2)
Volumetric Accuracy Increased	≤50μm / ≤30μm (A/R – ISO 230-2)
Thermostability Increased	dmax,240 ≤ 20μm (ISO 230-3)
CNC Control	Select from: Heidenhain TNC 7, Siemens SINUMERIK ONE
Milling Heads	VH10, VH20, VH30
Data Sheet Milling Head	VH10
Rotary Axes Torque in Control	A-axis: 600 Nm (442.6 lb-ft); C-axis: 608 Nm (448.5 lb-ft)
Rotary Axes Torque Clamped	A-axis: 1,380 Nm (1,017.9 lb-ft); C-axis: 1,321 Nm (974.4 lb-ft)
A Axis Range	±110° or +125°/-95°
C Axis Range	300° at Z = 1,250 mm (49.2 in); 360° at Z = 1,500 mm (59.1 in)
Rotary Axes Feed Rate	180°/s (A-, C-axis)
Rotary Axes Acceleration	700°/s² (A-, C-axis)
Rotary Axes Resolution	0.0001° (A-, C-axis)
Spindle Motor Power	34 kW (45.6 hp) S1 (100 %); 41 kW (55.0 hp) S6 (40 %/2 min)
Max Spindle Speed	24,000 rpm
Spindle Torque	39 Nm (28.8 lb-ft) S1 (100 %); 49 Nm (36.1 lb-ft) S6 (40 %/2 min)
Spindle Constant Power Range	8,260 – 24,000 rpm
Spindle Taper	HSK-A63

Specifications sourced from f-zimmermann.com — verified 2026-10-04

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Published accuracy: ≤10μm / ≤6μm linear and ≤70μm / ≤50μm volumetric (A/R, ISO 230-2) as standard
Thermo-symmetrical centre-guided portal in a compact unibody
Table load of 6,000 kg/m², max. 20,000 kg
34 kW (S1) HSK-A63 spindle with constant power from 8,260 to 24,000 rpm on the VH10 head
Lubricant cooling and minimum quantity lubrication both on the option list

Limitations

Y travel is limited to 3,000 or 3,500 mm and Z to 1,250 or 1,500 mm
With the 1,250 mm Z, the C axis of the VH10 head is restricted to 300°
Acceleration of up to 3 m/s² is below the up to 5 m/s² of the FZU37
Spindle torque of 39 Nm at S1 limits steel work to light cuts

Best For

Model and mold making that needs stated accuracy Aluminum and fiber composite parts up to 6,000 mm long Shops that want a thermo-symmetrical gantry in a compact unibody Wet and minimum-quantity-lubricated machining of mixed materials

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What accuracy does the FZU32 achieve?

Standard accuracy is ≤10μm / ≤6μm on the linear axes (A/R to ISO 230-2), 10 and 6 arc seconds on the rotary axes, ≤70μm / ≤50μm volumetric and ≤ 30μm thermostability (ISO 230-3). With increased accuracy the figures are ≤8μm / ≤4μm, 8 and 5 arc seconds, ≤50μm / ≤30μm and ≤ 20μm.

02 What are the travels of the FZU32?

X from 2,000 to 6,000 mm (79 to 236 in), Y of 3,000 or 3,500 mm (118 or 138 in) and Z of 1,250 or 1,500 mm (49 or 59 in). The table is the same length as the X travel and 3,000 to 3,500 mm wide.

03 How dynamic are the axes of the FZU32?

Zimmermann states feed rates of up to 60 m/min and accelerations of up to 3 m/s² for the linear axes. On the VH10 head the A and C axes turn at 180°/s with 700°/s² of acceleration and a resolution of 0.0001°. Torque in control is 600 Nm on A and 608 Nm on C; clamped, it is 1,380 Nm and 1,321 Nm.

04 Which milling heads can the FZU32 take?

Three. Zimmermann describes the VH10 as a slim design for hard-to-reach areas, the VH20 as a dynamic milling head for high machining speeds and the VH30 as particularly stable and temperature-resistant. The data sheet details the VH10 with its 34 kW, 24,000 rpm spindle.

05 Does the FZU32 need a foundation?

Zimmermann's explanation of the U line is that the machine bed is integrated, which offers flexible installation options, and it calls the FZU32 a mono-block machine. The page gives no foundation specification, so floor requirements should be confirmed for the size ordered.