The Hwacheon M1-5AX is an industrial-grade 5-Axis Machining Centers powered by the HARMONY (Fanuc 31i-B5 Plus). It offers working travels of 750 x 500 x 450 mm, a top spindle speed of 20,000 RPM, and a 5-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.
Hwacheon M1-5AX five-axis machine: Ø300 mm table, 750 x 500 x 450 mm travels, 20,000 or 32,000 rpm spindle, 36 m/min rapids, HARMONY control.
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | Hwacheon (International) |
| Machine Type | 5-Axis Machining Centers |
| CNC Controller System | HARMONY (Fanuc 31i-B5 Plus) |
| Number of Controlled Axes | 5-Axis Simultaneous / Positioning |
| X-Axis Travel | 750 mm |
| Y-Axis Travel | 500 mm |
| Z-Axis Travel | 450 mm |
| Maximum Spindle Speed | 20,000 RPM |
| Spindle Motor Rating | 20.0 kW |
| Spindle Taper Interface | BBT-40 (20K; opt. CAT-40) / HSK-E40 (32K) |
| Table / Platter / Chuck Size | Ø300 mm (Ø11.8 in) |
| Max Table Load Capacity | 200 kg |
| Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) | 30 Tool Stations |
| Approx. Machine Weight | 9,500 kg |
| Industrial IoT Protocol | MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP) |
| X Axis Travel | 750 mm (29.5 in) |
| Y Axis Travel | 500 mm (19.7 in) |
| Z Axis Travel | 450 mm (17.7 in) |
| B Axis Range | -30 ~ +110° |
| C Axis Range | 360° |
| Distance Spindle Nose To Table | 80 ~ 530 mm (3.1 ~ 20.9 in) |
| Table Size | Ø300 mm (Ø11.8 in) |
| Max Table Load | 200 kg (441 lb) |
| T Slots | 14 mm width x 80 mm pitch, 8 slots (radial) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 20,000 rpm (20K) / 32,000 rpm (32K) |
| Spindle Motor Power | 20K: 37 / 18.5 kW (49.6 / 24.8 hp); 32K: 18.5 / 13 kW (24.8 / 17.4 hp) |
| Spindle Taper | BBT-40 (20K; opt. CAT-40) / HSK-E40 (32K) |
| Spindle Drive | Built-in motor |
| Spindle Bearing Diameter | Ø70 mm (Ø2.8 in) (20K) / Ø45 mm (Ø1.8 in) (32K) |
| Spindle Bearing Lubrication | Oil-jet |
| Spindle Cooling | Jacket cooling (oil cooler) |
| Rapid Traverse Xyz | 36 / 36 / 36 m/min (1,417 / 1,417 / 1,417 ipm) |
| Tool Capacity | 30 (opt. 40, 60) |
| Tool Selection | Memory random |
| Max Tool Diameter | Ø75 / Ø150 mm (Ø3.0 / Ø5.9 in) (adjacent pockets full / empty) |
| Max Tool Length | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
| Max Tool Weight | 8 kg (18 lb) |
| Pull Stud | MAS P40T-1 (45°) |
| Power Requirement | 65 kVA |
| Air Supply | 0.5-0.7 MPa x 1,100 NL/min |
| Coolant Tank Capacity | 350 L |
| Machine Height | 3,161 mm (124.4 in) |
| Machine Dimensions | 2,340 x 3,132 mm (92.1 x 123.3 in) (L x W, standard); 3,341 x 4,515 mm (131.5 x 177.8 in) with accessories |
| Machine Weight | 9,500 kg (20,944 lb) |
| CNC Control | HARMONY (Fanuc 31i-B5 Plus) |
The price estimate for the Hwacheon M1-5AX 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/hwacheon-m1-5ax#price; the request is passed to Hwacheon or an authorised dealer.
The 20K reaches 20,000 rpm, is rated 37 / 18.5 kW (49.6 / 24.8 hp), runs on Ø70 mm (Ø2.8 in) bearings and takes BBT-40 holders, with CAT-40 as an option. The 32K reaches 32,000 rpm, is rated 18.5 / 13 kW (24.8 / 17.4 hp), runs on Ø45 mm (Ø1.8 in) bearings and takes HSK-E40.
The table is Ø300 mm (Ø11.8 in) and rated for 200 kg (441 lb). Travels are 750 mm (29.5 in) in X, 500 mm (19.7 in) in Y and 450 mm (17.7 in) in Z, with 80 to 530 mm (3.1 to 20.9 in) between spindle nose and table. The B axis covers -30° to +110° and C turns 360°.
The M2-5AX has a Ø500 mm (Ø19.7 in) table rated 300 kg (661 lb), a 30-tool magazine, spindles of 20,000 or 30,000 rpm and a weight of 11,000 kg (24,251 lb). The M1-5AX has a Ø300 mm (Ø11.8 in) table rated 200 kg (441 lb), a top speed of 32,000 rpm and weighs 9,500 kg (20,944 lb).
The standard magazine has 30 pockets with 40 or 60 as options, selected by memory random. Tools may be Ø75 mm (Ø3.0 in) with the adjacent pockets full or Ø150 mm (Ø5.9 in) with them empty, up to 300 mm (11.8 in) long and 8 kg (18 lb). The pull stud is MAS P40T-1 (45°).
A 65 kVA electrical supply and compressed air at 0.5-0.7 MPa with a flow of 1,100 NL/min. The coolant tank holds 350 L. The machine weighs 9,500 kg (20,944 lb) and is 3,161 mm (124.4 in) tall; allow for 3,341 x 4,515 mm (131.5 x 177.8 in) of floor with accessories.
