The CHIRON FZ 16S Five Axis is an industrial-grade 5-Axis Machining Centers powered by the Standard CNC. a top spindle speed of 12,500 RPM, and a 5-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.
Chiron FZ 16S Five Axis: tools up to 450 mm and 10.0 kg, 42 – 162 pocket chain magazine, HSK-A63 at 12,500 – 20,000 rpm, 660 x 680 x 500 mm.
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | CHIRON (International) |
| Machine Type | 5-Axis Machining Centers |
| CNC Controller System | Standard CNC |
| Number of Controlled Axes | 5-Axis Simultaneous / Positioning |
| Maximum Spindle Speed | 12,500 RPM |
| Spindle Taper Interface | HSK-A63 |
| Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) | 42 Tool Stations |
| Industrial IoT Protocol | MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP) |
| Tool Changer | Chain magazine |
| X-Axis Travel | 660 mm |
| Y-Axis Travel | 680 mm |
| Z-Axis Travel | 500 mm |
| Chip To Chip Time | 2.4 s |
| Spindle Count | 1 |
| Max Spindle Speed | 12,500 – 20,000 rpm |
| Spindle Torque | 86 – 208 Nm |
| Spindle Taper | HSK-A63 |
| Tool Capacity | 42 – 162 |
| Max Tool Diameter | 78 mm |
| Max Tool Diameter Adjacent Empty | 160 mm |
| Max Tool Length | 450 mm |
| Max Tool Weight | 10.0 kg |
| Rapid Traverse | 75 – 75 – 75 m/min (X – Y – Z) |
| Axis Acceleration | 10 – 7 – 8 m/s² (X – Y – Z) |
Our best estimate for the Chiron FZ 16S Five Axis is $400,000 - $575,000. This is an estimate for a 5-axis machining centers in this class, not a quote from Chiron; configuration, tooling, automation and installation move the final price substantially. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/chiron-fz-16s-five-axis#price; the request is passed to Chiron or an authorised dealer.
The rows of Chiron's data sheet are the same for both pages: 660 × 680 × 500 mm of travel, an HSK-A63 spindle at 12,500 – 20,000 rpm and a chain magazine of 42 – 162 tools. The rows do not show what the five-axis equipment adds in swivel range, table size or load, so ask for those figures with the quotation.
Up to 450 mm long and 10.0 kg. Diameter is limited to 78 mm when the neighbouring pockets are occupied and 160 mm when they are empty. Long tools reduce the usable part of the 500 mm Z travel, which matters most when a tilted part sits high above the table.
The chain magazine is listed at 42 – 162 tools, the size depending on the version ordered. A tool change takes 2.4 s chip to chip. Oversize tools up to 160 mm in diameter block the pockets on both sides, so the usable count drops when many large cutters are loaded.
On listed torque the FZ 18 S Five Axis is the stronger machine, with 140 – 290 Nm and 10,500 – 15,000 rpm against 86 – 208 Nm and 12,500 – 20,000 rpm here. The FZ 16S Five Axis has the faster spindle range and the far larger magazine, which favours finishing and parts with many features.
Rapid traverse is 75 m/min on X, Y and Z. Acceleration is 10 m/s² in X, 7 m/s² in Y and 8 m/s² in Z. The sheet rows give no speeds or accelerations for the rotary axes, which often set the pace in simultaneous five-axis cutting.
