EPIC HF 25/12 Hydromat rotary transfer machine
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The Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 is designed for high-precision metal cutting, offering exceptional versatility and efficiency for mid-to-high volume production. With up to 12 horizontal tool spindles and 6 vertical tool spindles, the machine supports up to 18 tools cutting simultaneously, ensuring fast cycle times and consistent accuracy. Equipped with the advanced FANUC 30i-B control system, it delivers smooth, reliable operations for complex parts and multiple material types.
- Spindle speeds up to 12,000 RPM
- Supports up to 18 tools for multi-operation machining
- Ideal for fast, high-precision part production
Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 Rotary Transfer Machine Technical Specifications
The Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 is designed for precision cutting of stock sizes up to 1″ round, 7/8″ hex, and 3/4″ square, with a maximum part length of 4 inches. Equipped with 12 horizontal toolspindles and 6 vertical toolspindles, this machine is capable of utilizing 18 tools in the cut simultaneously, providing outstanding versatility and efficiency. Its index time of 0.500 seconds ensures high-speed transitions between machining tasks, maximizing throughput while maintaining top-tier precision. Weighing 10,000 lbs and powered by a 60 HP motor, the EPIC HF 25-12 is built for stability and durability, able to handle various material types and demanding production environments.The machine is available in different size configurations, including EPIC 26/80, EPIC 36/100, and EPIC 50/100, to best match your production needs.Read the full technical specifications below to explore the machine’s detailed capabilities. To learn more or to get your custom quote today, contact us and discover how the Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 Rotary Transfer Machine can elevate your operations and boost productivity.The Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 comes equipped with advanced features designed to enhance operational efficiency, simplify control, and ensure long-term reliability, making it an ideal solution for precision-driven, high-volume manufacturing.
- FANUC G-code programming: Leverages the world’s most widely-used and trusted control language for seamless operation.
- Affordable induction motors: Equipped with standard, cost-effective motors to handle common machining tasks efficiently.
- Hydromat HMI software: Ensures maximum ease of use and reliability, simplifying machine operation.
- Vector spindle drives: Located in an air-conditioned electrical cabinet to ensure optimal performance and durability.
- Pendant-attached keyboard: Permanently attached to the pendant, requiring no charging for continuous operation.
- Mil-Spec connectors: Eliminates plugs on command or feedback cables, using military-grade connectors for enhanced reliability.
- Simplified control: No valve programming required, streamlining machine operation.
- Clean spindle design: No junction boxes attached to the spindle, reducing maintenance and increasing accessibility.
The EPIC HF FANUC system offers advanced features that enhance machine performance, streamline programming, and provide long-term flexibility, ensuring your operations remain efficient and adaptable to future needs.
- Enhanced functionality and performance: Future-proof your machine with cutting-edge features that expand its capabilities over time.
- CNC upgrade flexibility: Easily adopt CNC enhancements, either through hands-on learning or with FANUC’s realistic and efficient NCGuide CNC simulator.
- Custom Macro programming: Extends standard G-code with powerful, easy-to-use programming tools, offering advanced customization.
- User-friendly folder structure: The familiar folder tree-view, similar to a PC, allows for easy navigation and visualization of programs.
- Conversational programming: Simplified menu-driven screens reduce the need for repetitive G-code entry, minimizing errors and increasing efficiency.
- MANUAL GUIDE i support: Fully supported by NCGuide and NCGuidePro, making programming and operation even more intuitive.
Max Stock Size
- Round (RND): 1″
- Hex (HEX): 7/8″
- Square (SQ): 3/4″
- Length: 4″
Stations
- Horizontal Stations: 12
- Vertical Stations: 6
Index Time
- Index Time: 0.500 sec
Weight
- Weight: 10,000 lbs
Machine Power
- Machine Power: 60 HP (Avg)
Size Unit Options
- EPIC 26/80
- EPIC 36/100
- EPIC 50/100
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How Can the Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 Improve Your Manufacturing Process?
Process
The Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 Rotary Transfer Machine is a game-changer for manufacturers looking to increase productivity, precision, and efficiency in their operations. With 12 independently operating stations, the EPIC HF 25-12 can perform multiple machining operations simultaneously, drastically reducing cycle times and enabling mid to high-volume production without the need for changeovers or downtime. This makes it an ideal solution for manufacturers seeking to produce complex parts at a much faster rate compared to traditional machining methods.
In terms of precision and quality, the EPIC HF 25-12 excels by maintaining tight tolerances throughout the production process. By completing all operations in a single setup, the machine ensures that relational tolerances between features remain consistent, leading to high-quality, repeatable results across large production runs. This level of precision is difficult to achieve with standalone machines that require multiple setups.
Additionally, the EPIC HF 25-12 offers space and cost efficiency. Despite its high output, the machine has a compact footprint, saving valuable floor space. Its ability to replace multiple standalone machines also reduces energy consumption, maintenance needs, and labor costs, making it a highly cost-effective solution.
The machine’s modular design allows for exceptional flexibility, enabling manufacturers to easily reconfigure machining stations or adapt to different parts and processes over time. This “plug and play” setup, combined with CNC controls, ensures faster changeovers between jobs, providing the versatility needed in today’s competitive manufacturing environments.
Finally, with 12 stations capable of performing a variety of operations, such as milling, drilling, tapping, and turning, the EPIC HF 25-12 can process complex parts completely in a single setup, eliminating the need for secondary operations. This all-in-one solution not only boosts efficiency but also simplifies workflows, making it easier to meet production deadlines and maintain quality standards.
By integrating the Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 Rotary Transfer Machine into your manufacturing process, you can achieve significant gains in speed, accuracy, and flexibility, ultimately enhancing your production capabilities and competitiveness. To discuss the technical aspects of the machine or to receive a custom quote, contact us today and let our specialists help you explore how the EPIC HF 25-12 can transform your operations.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 rotary transfer machine
FAQ
What industries benefit the most from using the Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12?
The EPIC HF 25-12 is particularly well-suited for:
- Automotive: Producing components for ABS systems, brakes, fuel systems, electrical parts, engine components, and steering systems.
- Plumbing and HVAC: Manufacturing fittings, valve castings, faucet bodies, and connectors.
- Hardware and Tools: Creating power tool components and appliance housings.
It excels at high-volume production of complex precision parts that require multiple operations.
How does the Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 compare to other rotary transfer machines?
The Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 distinguishes itself among rotary transfer machines with its 12 independently operating stations, allowing for complex machining operations and higher productivity compared to typical 8-10 station models. It features a unique combination of up to 12 horizontal and 6 vertical toolspindles, enabling simultaneous cutting with up to 18 tools. The advanced FANUC 30i-B controller offers enhanced CNC capabilities and compatibility with common G-code programming, improving flexibility and ease of use. Its modular “plug and play” design facilitates quick changeovers, making it adaptable for various jobs. Overall, the EPIC HF 25-12 is built for high-volume production of complex parts, positioning it as a top choice for manufacturers seeking efficiency and precision in their operations.
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What are the typical applications for the Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12?
The Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 rotary transfer machine is well-suited for several typical applications across different industries:
- Automotive components: It’s ideal for producing parts like ABS and brake system components, fuel system parts, electrical components, engine parts, and steering system components.
- Plumbing and HVAC: The machine is effective for manufacturing fittings, valve castings, faucet bodies, and various connectors used in plumbing and HVAC systems.
- Hardware and tools: It can be used to create power tool components and appliance housings.
- Precision metal parts: The EPIC HF 25-12 is designed for precision metal cutting of stock sizes up to 1 inch round, 0.875 inch hex, and 0.75 inch square, with part lengths up to 4 inches.
- Complex parts requiring multiple operations: With its 12 horizontal and 6 vertical toolspindles, the machine is particularly suited for parts that need a combination of turning, milling, drilling, tapping, and other operations.
- High-volume production: The machine’s design makes it ideal for mid to high-volume production runs of complex precision parts.
- Parts requiring tight tolerances: The precision ground Hirth ring ensures table accuracy and reliability from station-to-station within .0002″, making it suitable for parts with tight tolerance requirements.
The EPIC HF 25-12’s versatility and ability to perform multiple operations in a single setup make it particularly valuable for manufacturers looking to eliminate secondary operations and produce complete parts efficiently from bar stock, castings, forgings, or cold formed blanks.
Can the Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 handle complex parts with multiple features?
Yes, the Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 is well-equipped to handle complex parts with multiple features. Here’s why:
- Multiple machining stations: The EPIC HF 25-12 has 12 independently operating stations, allowing for a variety of operations to be performed on a single part in one setup.
- Horizontal and vertical tooling: It utilizes up to 12 horizontal toolspindles and has the capacity for 6 vertical toolspindles, enabling up to 18 tools to cut simultaneously. This combination allows for machining complex geometries from multiple angles.
- Versatile machining capabilities: The machine can perform various operations including turning, milling, drilling, and tapping, making it suitable for parts requiring multiple different machining processes.
- Precision and flexibility: The modular design provides tremendous versatility and flexibility in a turnkey machining system. It has the rigidity to handle all components and material types within its work envelope.
- CNC control: The FANUC 30i-B controller allows for advanced programming capabilities, enabling the execution of complex machining sequences.
- Wide range of part sizes: It can handle stock sizes up to 1 inch round, 0.875 inch hex, and 0.75 inch square, with part lengths up to 4 inches, accommodating a variety of complex part geometries.
- High accuracy: The precision ground Hirth ring ensures table accuracy and reliability from station-to-station within .0002″, allowing for tight tolerances on complex features.
These capabilities make the EPIC HF 25-12 particularly well-suited for producing complex parts with multiple features, especially in industries like automotive, plumbing, and aerospace where intricate components are common.
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How does the Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 reduce cycle time and improve productivity?
The Hydromat EPIC HF 25-12 reduces cycle time and improves productivity in several key ways:
- Simultaneous machining: It utilizes up to 12 horizontal toolspindles and 6 vertical toolspindles, allowing up to 18 tools to cut simultaneously. This parallel processing dramatically reduces overall cycle time compared to sequential machining operations.
- Multi-station design: With 12 independently operating stations, the machine can perform multiple operations on a part in a single setup, eliminating the need for part transfers between machines.
- High-speed indexing: The machine features a fast 0.500 second index time between stations, minimizing non-cutting time.
- Complete part processing: The EPIC HF 25-12 can perform various operations including turning, milling, drilling, and tapping, enabling the production of complete parts in one setup and eliminating secondary operations.
- Quick changeovers: The modular toolspindle system with quick-change presettable tool heads allows for easy and rapid changeovers between different jobs.
- CNC control: The advanced FANUC 30i-B controller enables efficient programming and execution of complex machining sequences, optimizing tool paths and cutting parameters.
- Reduced work-in-progress: By producing complete parts in one setup, the machine minimizes work-in-progress inventory and associated handling time.
- Material savings: The machine’s design allows for extremely short remnants, translating to significant material savings and reduced waste.
These features combine to significantly reduce overall cycle time per part and increase the number of parts that can be produced in a given time period, thereby improving overall productivity for manufacturers.
