The Makino a92 is an industrial-grade CNC Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC) powered by the Standard CNC. a top spindle speed of 10,000 RPM, and a 3-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.
Makino a92 HMC: 800 x 1,000 mm pallet, 1,520 x 1,250 x 1,350 mm travels, 10,000 rpm CAT50 spindle, 2,000 kg parts, 40 to 316 tools.
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | Makino (Japan) |
| Machine Type | CNC Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC) |
| CNC Controller System | Standard CNC |
| Number of Controlled Axes | 3-Axis Simultaneous / Positioning |
| Maximum Spindle Speed | 10,000 RPM |
| Spindle Taper Interface | CAT50 (HSK-A100 optional) |
| Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) | 40 Tool Stations |
| Industrial IoT Protocol | MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP) |
| Pallet Size | 800 x 1,000 mm (31.5 in x 39.4 in) |
| X-Axis Travel | 1,520 mm (59.8 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 1,250 mm (49.2 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 1,350 mm (53.1 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 10,000 rpm (8,000, 20,000) |
| Spindle Taper | CAT50 (HSK-A100 optional) |
| Rapid Traverse | 50,000 mm/min (1,969 ipm) |
| Cutting Feedrate | 50,000 mm/min (1,969 ipm) |
| Max Workpiece Size | Ø 1,500 x 1,500 mm (Ø 59 in x 59 in) |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 2,000 kg (option 3,000 kg) (4,400 lb (option 6,600 lb)) |
| Tool Capacity | 40 (60, 92, 148, 204, 316) |
| Tool To Tool Time | 1.9 sec |
| Chip To Chip Time | 5.4 sec |
| Max Tool Diameter | 356 mm (40/60 ATC), 350 mm (92 ATC and larger) (14.0 in (40/60 ATC), 13.8 in (92 ATC and larger)) |
| Max Tool Weight | 30 kg (40/60 ATC), 35 kg (92 ATC and larger) (66 lb (40/60 ATC), 77 lb (92 ATC and larger)) |
Our best estimate for the Makino a92 is $1,200,000 - $1,800,000. This is an estimate for a horizontal machining centers (hmc) in this class, not a quote from Makino; configuration, tooling, automation and installation move the final price substantially. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/makino-a92#price; the request is passed to Makino or an authorised dealer.
Makino positions the a92 for large part production, naming diesel engine blocks and construction equipment, and the agriculture, energy and construction equipment industries. Its 800 x 1,000 mm (31.5 in x 39.4 in) pallet, Ø 1,500 x 1,500 mm (Ø 59 in x 59 in) work envelope and 2,000 kg (4,400 lb) standard workpiece weight fit that work.
The a92 has the longer pallet, 800 x 1,000 mm (31.5 in x 39.4 in) against 800 x 800 mm (31.5 in x 31.5 in) on the a91nx, and more travel: 1,520 mm (59.8 in) of X against 1,400 mm (55.1 in). The a91nx is quicker, with 60,000 mm/min (2,362 ipm) rapids, and starts with 60 tools against 40. Both have 1,350 mm (53.1 in) of Z.
40 tools as standard, with 60, 92, 148, 204 and 316 as options. With the 40 or 60 tool ATC the limits are 356 mm (14.0 in) diameter and 30 kg (66 lb). With 92 tools and larger they are 350 mm (13.8 in) and 35 kg (77 lb).
The standard spindle runs to 10,000 rpm with a CAT50 taper; HSK-A100 is optional. Makino also lists 8,000 rpm and 20,000 rpm spindles. The specification table gives no power or torque, so ask Makino for the curves of each before deciding.
Tool-to-tool time is 1.9 sec and chip-to-chip time is 5.4 sec. The difference is the time the axes and spindle need to leave the cut and come back, so on a part with many short operations the chip-to-chip figure is the one that sets cycle time.
